How to Use inform in a Sentence

inform

verb
  • He failed to inform the suspect that he had the right to remain silent.
  • The book will entertain and inform you.
  • The book will both entertain and inform.
  • The arresting officer failed to inform the suspect of his rights.
  • We haven't yet been informed of her decision.
  • Frequent reports from the battlefield kept the general informed about how the attack was progressing.
  • His Catholic upbringing informs all his writing.
  • Will the public be informed of the results of the testing?
    Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 12 July 2023
  • The sun meeting Pluto informs you of the right changes to make.
    USA TODAY, 22 May 2024
  • Geo-location informs them of the fans’ presence in the venue.
    Michael Schreiber, Rolling Stone, 12 Jan. 2024
  • You'll be informed about the state of Arizona before your start your day.
    Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 24 May 2023
  • Burgess’ lawyer, Ariel Mitchell, informed the tabloid that her client was subpoenaed for the case.
    Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Anchors were said to have been informed of the revamp on Sunday.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
  • In this session, the audience has a chance to join the discussion and inform what’s next.
    Katie Bain, Billboard, 14 Dec. 2023
  • How did that inform your writing and getting back in the studio?
    Melinda Newman, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Know when to turn things off Be informed, but don't be overwhelmed with what is going on.
    Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 25 July 2024
  • Moments later, the waiter reappeared to inform me that the beef cheeks were in fact just fine.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2023
  • That evening, prison staff informed Dotson’s brother, who relayed the news to South.
    Daniel Wu, Washington Post, 14 Dec. 2023
  • How did their casting help inform the final version of the movie?
    Seija Rankin, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Given its design, we have been informed that the TSA may not allow the medals to be carried on flights.
    Charles Rabin, Miami Herald, 26 Jan. 2024
  • Sources informed The Republic last Tuesday that Paul would be out for at least a week with a left groin strain.
    Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 8 May 2023
  • Since being informed of the findings at Sheridan, BOP has made changes.
    Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 22 May 2024
  • That may have informed the choice to make this not a parody of a specific biopic.
    Tyler Coates, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Aug. 2023
  • The statement said staff and providers have already been informed, and that patients will learn of the news from their respective providers.
    Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Davy Lloyd was trying to inform his dad about what was happening on the property when the three were killed and the house was set on fire.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 May 2024
  • Harris has since said that she was not informed of the brewing lab problem by her aides or police.
    Gabe Kaminsky, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 25 July 2024
  • The following day, the beat writers were in the clubhouse and were informed Willie Mays would be available for questions.
    Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 19 June 2024
  • Brame said she was not informed of the plea deals until after they were accepted.
    Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner, 12 Apr. 2023
  • The article informs us that De Niro’s eldest child is 51.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 12 May 2023
  • Biden was aware of the Chinese spy balloon for almost a week and still chose not to inform the American people.
    Dallas News, 4 Feb. 2023

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