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Discover LudwigThe phrase "was whether" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used in contexts where a question or uncertainty is being discussed, often in reported speech or analysis.
Example: "The main issue was whether the project would be completed on time."
Alternatives: "was if" or "was about whether"
Dictionary
was whether
pronoun
Which of two.
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The question was whether players would participate.
The question was whether they'd survive.
The question was whether she could play "a desperate narcissist".
The crucial question was whether to call my hosts ahead.
It was whether to guarantee it or not.
The second was whether I'd ever met David Jason.
Her first question was whether anyone had matches.
Ms. Jolly's concern was whether they had adequately medicated him.
"It was whether the talent would be recognized".
The question was whether she could even afford an abortion.
One prickly topic of debate was whether Jewish art existed.
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