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The phrase "a dumb question to" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when introducing a question that the speaker believes may seem foolish or obvious to others.
Example: "I know this might sound like a dumb question to ask, but could you explain how this process works?"
Alternatives: "a silly question to" or "a foolish question to".
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It seemed like a dumb question to Ms. Schwende, a 48-year-old former home health aide, one of an army of hungry people stuck at the small end of Long Island's horn of plenty.
Indeed, it is a dumb question to ask.
Why are you asking this question?" And the boy added, "That's a dumb question to ask".
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Throughout your discussion, remember there is no such thing as a dumb question and you are entitled to whatever it takes for you to feel well informed to make a decision that is right for you.
Sometimes, if you want the real answer, you have to ask a dumb question.
"Basically you know it's a dumb question, and I'm not going to respond," he said.
There's nothing wrong in asking a dumb question, only in not having the guts to do so.
May be a dumb question.
It's a dumb question, considering that….
What a dumb question, I thought.
That's just a dumb question".
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