das steht außer Frage
that is beyond question; there's no doubt about that
adverb das shtayt OW-ser FRAH-geh Rare
Usage Note
das steht außer Frage is a strong affirmative that places a fact beyond doubt or debate. It is used to close off potential objection and assert something as unambiguous.
Examples
"Sein Engagement steht außer Frage."
Natural Translation
His commitment is beyond question.
Literal Translation
His engagement stands outside question.
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