questioning position vs questionable position

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings and usage. 'Questioning position' refers to a position that involves asking questions or seeking clarification. 'Questionable position' refers to a position that is doubtful, suspicious, or open to question.

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questioning position

This phrase is correct and refers to a position that involves asking questions or seeking clarification.

This phrase is used to describe a position where questioning or inquiry is involved, such as in a debate or discussion.

Examples:

In the meeting, she took a questioning position, challenging the assumptions made by the speaker.
His questioning position on the issue led to a fruitful discussion among the team members.

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On behalf of the ALDE Group, Karin Riis-Jorgensen (ALDE, DK) and Elizabeth LYNNE (ALDE, UK) will be questioning the Commission on its measures against the trafficking of human beings and its position on the launch of an anti-trafficking day.
To conclude, I should point out that the contradictory positions of the PPE-DE cancel out protection and it is worth questioning how it is that, while they are calling here for collective responsibility, they advocate personal responsibility everywhere else.

Alternatives:

inquiring position
doubting position
curious position
interrogative position
probing position

questionable position

This phrase is correct and refers to a position that is doubtful, suspicious, or open to question.

This phrase is used to describe a position that is not clearly justified or trustworthy, often implying doubt or suspicion.

Examples:

His actions put him in a questionable position with the authorities.
The company's financial dealings have placed it in a questionable position with investors.

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It is questionable whether the present position is compatible with the Union's obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights.
It is questionable, however, whether Greece is in a position to stay in the single currency.
This article was added with the common position, but is questionable with regard to the cross-border shipment of waste.
The position of Harry Kuiper, chairman of the EFSA GMO Panel since 2003 which is responsible for GMO risk assessments, is also questionable.
The only questionable behavior was when you... Dragged his dead body down the stairs and propped him up in an eating position.
In our opinion, unless the position of the Member States changes, the added value of further legal studies on this issue is questionable.
Since such 'analyses' and proposals are questionable to say the least and totally contrary to the fundamental right of freedom of expression and the right to demonstrate, will the Council state its official position on this matter?

Alternatives:

dubious position
suspect position
dodgy position
shady position
uncertain position

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