as in explores
to search through or into
the principal inquired into the possibility of holding graduation at a larger hall
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This class, featuring insights from experts like Amy Cuddy and Sylvia Ann Hewlett, explores the concept of presence in communication and leadership, offering strategies to enhance executive presence, build confidence, and effectively manage performance anxiety for professional success.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026 -
The 1974 memoir explores Hollywood's Golden Age, and is packed with stories of some of its biggest stars.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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The musical does not have Monday evening performances, but in his press conference, Simms said the building will remain out of service pending repairs as the Department of Buildings investigates.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO), which investigates complaints about the NHS, determined that a local health body was denying women, but not men, funding for sterilization.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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The show, which opens to the public May 10, examines the relationship between fashion, art and the body, giving the weekend’s pre-parties their usual mix of celebrity dressing, designer visibility and red carpet prelude.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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In her very long and very twisty new novel, the author examines a Depression-era sterilization law in Mississippi, thereby connecting three white female characters.—
Bethanne Patrick,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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“Inquires (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquires%20%28into%29. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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