John: 'They claim to be environmentally conscious, yet their manufacturing processes are highly polluting.'
Phrases Expressing Opinions on News or Events
It begs the question.
C2Meaning
It raises a further question; often used incorrectly to mean 'it raises the obvious question'.
Example sentences
Alice: 'It begs the question of their true commitment to sustainability.'
John: 'It begs the question of whether the bonus system is fair.'
Alice: 'The company's profits are down, but the CEO's bonus increased.'