inquire (into)

verb

in-ˈkwī(-ə)r How to pronounce inquire (into) (audio)
Definition of inquire (into)next
as in to explore
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 inquire (into)
  1. explore
  2. investigate
  3. examine
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  • In the future, Watch Duty hopes to explore the use of other types of data, such as river gauges, tsunami buoys and earthquakes.
    Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Alongside an incredible lineup, festival-goers can explore immersive Coca-Cola activations, and sample food from local vendors on the lakefront setting at Auditorium Shores.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of explore
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  • Officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a house in the 5600 block of Seafield Lane in northwest Fort Worth about 6:20 p.m. to investigate reports of shots fired inside the home, according to a statement from Fort Worth police.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Organizations likely to be the target of actors need to build resilience appropriate to investigating and eradicating threats from these highly skilled and motivated groups.
    James Blake, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of investigate
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  • Your provider will also examine any areas of bleeding or bruising.2 Blood Tests Leukemia changes the amount and health of cells in the blood.
    Doru Paul, Health, 10 Jan. 2025
  • No other defendant in the cases examined received an unconditional discharge.
    Kate Christobek, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of examine
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“Inquire (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquire%20%28into%29. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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