as in investigations
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
there's no need to conduct an inquisition about so trivial a matter
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Recent Examples of inquisitions
Conservative influencers are pushing for a return to the dark days of 1950s inquisitions.
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Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
McCullum generally leaves in-match inquisitions to his loyal lieutenants, Marcus Trescothick and Jeetan Patel.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
McCullum generally leaves in-match inquisitions to his loyal lieutenants, Marcus Trescothick and Jeetan Patel.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquisitions
Noun
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As with most investigations of this scale and complexity, the investigation and review of evidence has continued long after the initial incident occurred.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Instead, those investigations are handled by an internal group of Air Force specialists tasked with collecting evidence, preserving it and interviewing witnesses.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Noun
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The department did not immediately respond to The Associated Press' inquiries.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), South Carolina Highway Patrol and Greenville County Sheriff's Office did not immediately respond to additional inquiries from Fox News Digital.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Despite great efforts, including forensic examinations of items retrieved from the campsite, Serrao’s identity could not be determined.—
Kiara Moore,
The Washington Examiner,
11 June 2026
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The committee recommended more stringent veterinary examinations throughout competitions — and, in a major step forward, the introduction of footing experts and advisors.—
Tilly Berendt,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Will the beloved Booker winner known for his deceptively simple thematic explorations and capacious curiosity bring us gold again?—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2026
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Söderström made several documentaries about his explorations, among them Jungle Club (1997) and The Hidden Tribes of the Amazon (2002).—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Unfortunately, studies suggest underdiagnosis to be extremely common, especially among Black and Hispanic populations, where a substantial proportion of dementia cases go undetected, according to Biology Insights.—
Wendy Coschignano-Ford,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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In animal studies, a single shot cut food intake by up to 50% within an hour, with no nausea, no food aversion and no significant muscle loss.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
Noun
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As President Cyril Ramaphosa deploys soldiers and orders probes into police corruption, widespread allegations of collusion with syndicates deepen residents’ mistrust and hinder investigations into such brazen attacks.—
Michelle Gumede,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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The investigation is led by prosecutor Paolo Storari, who also has spearheaded probes into sweatshops supplying luxury brands.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Inquisitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquisitions. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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