It begs the question.

Meaning

It raises a further question; often used incorrectly to mean 'it raises the obvious question'.

Examples

• John: 'They claim to be environmentally conscious, yet their manufacturing processes are highly polluting.'
• Alice: '<b>It begs the question</b> of their true commitment to sustainability.'
• John: '<b>It begs the question</b> of whether the bonus system is fair.'
• Alice: 'The company's profits are down, but the CEO's bonus increased.'