inquiring (into)

verb

present participle of inquire (into)
as in looking (into)
to search through or into the principal inquired into the possibility of holding graduation at a larger hall

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquiring (into)
  1. exploring
  2. investigating
  3. examining
Verb
  • Campbell has published nine books since 2015, exploring testosterone optimization, intermittent fasting, fat loss and performance, positioning himself as an educator in a field that was still largely unfamiliar to mainstream audiences.
    — Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Choosing the right organization, checking donation guidelines and exploring local giving options can help your furniture continue serving a purpose while supporting people in your community.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026
Definition of exploring
Verb
  • Hugging Face said its own AI had been integral to detecting and investigating the breach.
    — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 22 July 2026
  • As health officials continue investigating the outbreak, consumers don’t need to avoid fresh produce altogether.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of investigating
Verb
  • Sheinbaum has said that little evidence has emerged to substantiate claims of cartels interfering with elections, and noted that a state-level electoral tribunal ratified Rocha’s win in Sinaloa, after examining reports of irregularities.
    — Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • The annual judging is done by examining the photos of the works, given that the medium, blackboards, can’t be moved easily.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 July 2026
Definition of examining
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“Inquiring (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquiring%20%28into%29. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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