Example: Wir dürfen keine Zweifel an seiner Kompetenz in Frage kommen lassen.
Definition
"Etwas in Frage kommen lassen" means to cast doubt on or to question the validity or reliability of something, suggesting that it may not be acceptable or trustworthy. It is used to express skepticism or uncertainty about a particular matter or claim.
Translations
consider possible
considerar posible
als mogelijkheid beschouwen
considerar possible
envisager
Etymology
The phrase "etwas in Frage kommen lassen" originates from German, where "in Frage kommen" literally means 'to come into question.' The addition of "lassen" (to let) turns it into 'to let something come into question,' implying allowing doubt or questioning. It reflects a logical process of considering whether something is acceptable or not.
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