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pry into

VERB

ask

Synonyms

STRONGEST

challenge demand inquire quiz request

STRONG

buzz canvass catechize direct enjoin examine grill hit institute interrogate investigate needle pump query roast sweat

WEAK

cross-examine give the third degree go over hunt for pick one's brains pop the question put the screws to put through the wringer

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer reply

STRONG

ignore

WEAK

claim command disinvite insist repudiate tell

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Critics say that creates opportunities for “backdoor” searches that can pry into those communications without a warrant.

From Washington Times • Mar. 29, 2023

CBS executives used the information to pry into “the victim’s personal circumstances and that of her family,” the report said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2022

And they can even pry into bigger life questions.

From Scientific American • Oct. 3, 2022

In his first media availability since Watson signed, Garrett said he doesn’t feel the need to pry into the QB’s affairs just to learn more about him.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2022

“I certainly don’t mean to pry into your affairs ... but...”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

pry into

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