as in to explore
to search through or into
the principal inquired into the possibility of holding graduation at a larger hall
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Which is exactly what draws you back out and keeps you exploring.—
Chris Schalkx,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026 -
The overall result is a series of spaces that explore themes rooted in ecclesiastical pageantry, and the power that’s conveyed through the clothing and visual arts of a monarch or empire.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
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Fort Worth police are investigating a crash that killed one person on Interstate 30 late Friday.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Feb. 2026
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State investigation into shooting is still ‘active’ The report says the Texas Rangers responded to the scene and took the lead as the primary agency investigating the shooting.—
Michael Biesecker,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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The subversion of traditional fashion narratives prompts viewers to examine class and aesthetics.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Additionally, the series examines the fortunes of privilege and how second, third and fourth chances (and lives) can be brought as long as the right amount of money is on the table.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Inquire (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquire%20%28into%29. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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