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adjective

Definition of inquiringnext
as in inquisitive

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inquiring

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verb

present participle of inquire
as in asking

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquiring
  1. inquisitive
  2. asking
  3. curious
  4. questioning
  5. examining
  6. unsure
  7. experienced
  8. nosy
Adjective
  • These black panels completely cover all of the SUV's windows from the inside, blocking sunlight and the prying eyes of inquisitive fellow campers.
    Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Timothée Chalamet slouches through the movie with inquisitive, appraising eyes.
    Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of inquisitive
Verb
  • Carter’s attorney Alex Spiro filed a motion Monday asking a judge to force the accuser to reveal her real name or dismiss the case.
    Conor Murray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Something dim and unknowable seemed to be asking me to trust it.
    Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of asking
Adjective
  • Usually people get curious and ask — sometimes in the form of a contract — to see cuts, which for me, as a journalist, is problematic.
    Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Here, tech must withstand ever-changing conditions, from fluctuating temperatures to rain and snowfall, and even curious creatures, such as mice.
    Sabrina Weiss, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of curious
Verb
  • When accusations arise questioning Sara’s intentions to empower the girls, her identity is put in turmoil.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • According to a criminal complaint, Mangione began shaking after the question and he was taken into custody for questioning.
    Liam Quinn, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of questioning
Verb
  • Detectives are still examining Mangione's writings but are considering the contents of the notebook to represent a confession, sources said.
    Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Scientists made the discovery after examining 81 cancerous colon tumors and their surrounding tissue.
    Christopher O'Donnell, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of examining
Adjective
  • The bus originated in Atlanta but had around six or seven stops on the way, and investigators are unsure where the man got on, Kenny said.
    Phil Helsel, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
  • About 27 percent said Americans were responsible for finding their own coverage, while 19 percent were unsure or skipped the question.
    Tara Suter, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of unsure
Adjective
  • Want access to experienced surgeons using the latest techniques.
    William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Rather than pushing for an immediate decision, experienced agents respect this need and set up a follow-up call or meeting.
    David Price, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of experienced
Adjective
  • Awards How Kathryn Hahn shifted ‘WandaVision’s’ nosy neighbor into raging villain May 18, 2021 Much like her character, Hahn has grown into her power over time.
    Max Gao, Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2024
  • But while Agatha herself has graduated from nosy neighbor to main character, Hahn still carries the part with brisk ease.
    Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024
Definition of nosy
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