1
as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an inquiry into the origins of the universe
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as in request
an act or instance of asking for information
one student made a hesitant inquiry about the assignment
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Recent Examples of inquiry
In turning their attention to audience questions, the pair tackled an array of inquiries.
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Naomi Jeffries, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2026
Episode 2 continues that methodology, pairing globally influential artists with scientific inquiry, while expanding the scope of both the artistry and the research.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 18 June 2026
According to StreetEasy, an average listing today gets 64 percent more inquiries than what was typical in 2019.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 17 June 2026
Anthropic and xAI did not respond to my inquiries.
—Benjamin Mazer, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026
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Naomi Jeffries, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2026
Episode 2 continues that methodology, pairing globally influential artists with scientific inquiry, while expanding the scope of both the artistry and the research.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 18 June 2026
According to StreetEasy, an average listing today gets 64 percent more inquiries than what was typical in 2019.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 17 June 2026
Anthropic and xAI did not respond to my inquiries.
—Benjamin Mazer, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquiry
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The crash occurred during a routine developmental test mission for the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, and the cause remains under investigation, with findings potentially six months away.—
Ruyuan Li. Summary produced by AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The officer will remain on leave as the investigation into the police shooting continues, per the police department's policy.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Israel’s request to see the text was rejected by the US, an Israeli source told CNN.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Tandoori Pizza did not respond to a request for comment from The Sacramento Bee.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Investigators are expected to move the wreckage to a secure location for further examination after initial on-site documentation is complete.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The judge ultimately directed an examination of potential options for his detainment in the Tampa area, and has now ruled for that custodial transfer to occur.—
Doug Lantz,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Los Angeles police Friday released bodycam footage of an officer killing a woman’s pet dog in a case that has sparked outrage and questions.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The report comes as the rupiah sits at a record low versus the dollar, with questions about the country’s fiscal health rampant and trouble with capital outflows.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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This article is part of our Style of Play series, an exploration of World Cup kit culture.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Adding to the charm, guests are treated to a variety of authentic accommodations, including several located within national park perimeters, providing extra time for activities and exploration.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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Every inefficient query consumes additional compute resources.—
Chhandomay Mandal,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Moreover, tokens per query have increased as agents become more capable of complex tasks.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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Brain imaging studies have also shown placebo responses can influence stress pathways, hormone activity, immune responses and chemicals tied to mood and pain regulation.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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About 96 million Americans ages 16 and older identify as birders, roughly 37% of the US population, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s 2022 demographic and economic survey on birding, the most comprehensive study to date.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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The probes are linked to Newsom’s former chief-of-staff, Dana Williamson, and Siebel Newsom’s taxes, the source said.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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These types of platforms employ an AI moderator that probes rather than validates and delivers a professional insights report, all within minutes.—
Stefan Pollack,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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“Inquiry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquiry. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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