Thesaurus results for INQUIRE (INTO)

inquire (into)

verb

in-ˈkwī(-ə)r

Definition of inquire (into)

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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Garcia, who secured a release from his LIV contract in October, has outlined plans to return to the DP World Tour and explore a possible return to the PGA Tour.

— Matthew Tan, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
To play Stallone, Ippolito explored the hardships that shaped — and fueled — the older actor, including a difficult childhood, limited parental support and a profound sense of isolation.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of explore

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Documenting the location and the robot's identification number can help officials investigate a complaint.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Charlotte Water investigates reports of violations through staff observations and complaints from the public.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of investigate

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The research, conducted by Pranay Mudaliar and Jerin John, an associate professor of mechanical, industrial and aerospace engineering at Concordia University, examines how the gel responds to shear, temperature, and the addition of ethanol.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
Microsoft's system can examine multiple possibilities and reconsider its initial assessment as the evidence changes.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of examine

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