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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
Newsweek reached out to Thomas J. Price, the British artist behind the statue, and James's office via online inquiry forms for comment.
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James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
Several of those arrested were from California, but the Justice Department declined to say how many, instead referring inquiries to local FBI field offices.
—Sacbee.com, 7 May 2025
Several of those arrested were from California, but the Justice Department declined to say how many when asked by The Times, instead referring inquiries to local FBI field offices.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
Netanyahu has tried to blame the failures on the army and security agencies and repeatedly resisted calls for an official state commission of inquiry that would look into the government decision-making as well.
—Natalie Melzer, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
Several of those arrested were from California, but the Justice Department declined to say how many, instead referring inquiries to local FBI field offices.
—Sacbee.com, 7 May 2025
Several of those arrested were from California, but the Justice Department declined to say how many when asked by The Times, instead referring inquiries to local FBI field offices.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
Netanyahu has tried to blame the failures on the army and security agencies and repeatedly resisted calls for an official state commission of inquiry that would look into the government decision-making as well.
—Natalie Melzer, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquiry
Noun
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But despite the concern, the justices declined at the end of the Biden administration to take up the Justice Department’s request to address the issue after a Texas judge blocked an anti-money laundering law.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Renewable advocates and energy developers say Bonneville struggles to hire and retain people to process connection requests because the agency pays less than the private sector.—
Tony Schick,
ProPublica,
12 May 2025
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Expand All State administrative complaints says Miami Lakes Plastic Surgery did surgeries without documented proper examination, liposuction with too much fat removed and didn’t provide patients with enough information before surgeries.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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Its message: Instead of going to see a doctor in person, customers can get access to prescription drugs and medicines by filling in a medical intake form and then undergoing an examination online by a medical professional to check their eligibility.—
Jemima McEvoy,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Got a burning question, or comment, for On Politics?You can submit them here or send me an email atrdmorin@usatoday.com.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Of course, there are legitimate questions about why Awoniyi was asked, or instructed, to return to the pitch.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Curiosity thrives in cultures that welcome uncertainty and encourage exploration.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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A little self-care or spiritual exploration could go a long way in preparing you for the next chapter.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The origins of the query date back to some years-old Reddit threads.—
Manuela López Restrepo
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Mia Venkat
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Ailsa Chang
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William Troop,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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The integrations announced on Thursday mark the next phase for Claude, which has to this point been able to use available information to inform answers to user queries.—
Hayden Field,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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In the study, measles was diagnosed in 504 children, 430 of whom were in the placebo group.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Or in other words: a control group for the study of my life.—
Jessie Rosen,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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According to satellite expert Marco Langbroek, the impact speed of the probe, which measures about 3.2 feet across, might be around 150 miles per hour.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Classified leak probes have long been seen as one of the most serious threats against investigative journalism and the free press in the US.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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“Inquiry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquiry. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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