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as in investigations
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an inquiry into the origins of the universe
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as in requests
an act or instance of asking for information
one student made a hesitant inquiry about the assignment
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Recent Examples of inquiries
Costco and Lowe’s did not respond to inquiries.
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Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Her practice is a rigorous exploration of the institutions of family and religion, constructing images that serve as profound inquiries into the systems that mold the individual soul.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Carr has conducted inquiries on other matters, including the way that 60 Minutes edited an interview with Kamala Harris in 2024.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
These educators encourage students to channel their curiosities into inquiries.
—Boaz Dvir, The Conversation, 14 Mar. 2026
The lack of any basis to pursue voter fraud investigations into the 2020 election in Nevada raises further questions about why similar inquiries are being pursued in other swing states, including Georgia and Arizona, and why there is probable cause to suggest fraud occurred in those other states.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Congressional caseworkers, the aides who field inquiries from constituents, have similarly reported that Americans are feeling stranded and frustrated with the federal government’s response to the war.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
To protect imams seeking a lower public profile, the council advises area mosques to direct media inquiries to Mohyuddin.
—Russell Berman, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Over the last eight months, dozens of landlords and real estate agents have responded to Watson’s inquiries — and dozens have been sued for at least $100,000.
—Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Her practice is a rigorous exploration of the institutions of family and religion, constructing images that serve as profound inquiries into the systems that mold the individual soul.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Carr has conducted inquiries on other matters, including the way that 60 Minutes edited an interview with Kamala Harris in 2024.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
These educators encourage students to channel their curiosities into inquiries.
—Boaz Dvir, The Conversation, 14 Mar. 2026
The lack of any basis to pursue voter fraud investigations into the 2020 election in Nevada raises further questions about why similar inquiries are being pursued in other swing states, including Georgia and Arizona, and why there is probable cause to suggest fraud occurred in those other states.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Congressional caseworkers, the aides who field inquiries from constituents, have similarly reported that Americans are feeling stranded and frustrated with the federal government’s response to the war.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
To protect imams seeking a lower public profile, the council advises area mosques to direct media inquiries to Mohyuddin.
—Russell Berman, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Over the last eight months, dozens of landlords and real estate agents have responded to Watson’s inquiries — and dozens have been sued for at least $100,000.
—Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquiries
Noun
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Cher-Frere was arrested by North Miami Beach police’s tactical investigations unit on Wednesday at a Miami Gardens home.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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These complaints can trigger investigations and may pressure debt collectors to correct improper behavior.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Office of Management and Budget did not respond to multiple requests for comment from NPR about the reason for the delay in application information for grantees.—
Selena Simmons-Duffin,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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Through the season, Peterson’s relationship with his father — who declined multiple interview requests for this story — has come under the microscope.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2026
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Taurus April 20 – May 20 The cosmic breeze is carrying fascinating scents, drawing you out of your comfort zone into curious explorations.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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His career spanned more than five decades, from playing in big bands in the late 1930s to radical explorations in free jazz and electronic music from the ’60s through the ’80s.—
Lisa Wong Macabasco,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2026
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Some questions may be adapted into full columns, and transcripts of the chats remain available after each session concludes.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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From Special Forces to life in Richardson In Richardson, where Paktiawal settled, his family has questions, and the community is scared.—
Bo Evans,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Early veterinary examinations found the animal appears healthy — a remarkable outcome given the circumstances of its trip.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Early veterinary examinations found the animal appears healthy — a remarkable outcome given the circumstances.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
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Anthropic is testing a new update for Claude that will allow the chatbot to automatically generate interactive visuals, charts, and diagrams for select queries.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
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Responses to backer queries are also quick and detailed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Mar. 2026
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Arancibia, a Chicano studies professor and board trustee at Sweetwater Union High School District, drew on decades of community organizing and academic work.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Earlier studies had hinted that the nebula’s environment supports surprisingly complex chemistry.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
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The science payload to be landed there includes seismometers, a drill to allow emplacement of heat flow and electrical conductivity probes, and instruments to study the magnetic field and surface weathering.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ferruzzi and his team then did biomechanical testing, including pressing tiny probes into the tissue to measure its resistance to pressure and examining how the samples responded to compression.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Inquiries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquiries. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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