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Definitions

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

She tells me that anyone from any background can enquire about adoption and that specialist training is available.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2024

The lobbying efforts were to enquire about direct funding, incentives and grants related to site selection, development and construction of a new battery processing facility in the province of Quebec, according to public documents.

From Reuters • Aug. 1, 2023

She longed to enquire of the housekeeper whether her master was really absent, but had not the courage for it.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen

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