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enquire

[en-kwahyuhr] / ɛnˈkwaɪər /
VERB
ask about
Synonyms
STRONG
analyze check examine explore inquire inspect investigate probe pry query question scrutinize search seek
WEAK
go over look into seek an answer want to know
Antonyms
STRONG
answer find ignore neglect reply

Example Sentences

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He was among five independent UN rights experts who sent a communication to the Indian government in 2024 to enquire about Nijjar's assassination.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Liverpool were among the first sides to seriously enquire about the forward in an attempt to head off competition for his signing.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2024

I also enquire as to why the era of the big star who can open a film on their name alone is over.

From BBC • Oct. 25, 2023

"Following the no confidence motion, the IMF stands ready to engage with the Pakistan government and enquire about its policy plans," IMF's Resident Representative Esther Perez Ruiz told Reuters.

From Reuters • Apr. 14, 2022

At lunchtime, Mr Trilby, the Deputy Head, telephoned her house to enquire if she was feeling unwell.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.