inquire
Prononciation : [ɪnˈkwaɪər]
Mot
Contexte : « seeking information »
(verb) to ask about something or to look for information. It's like when you want to know something, so you ask a question.
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I will inquire about the schedule for the school play.
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She did not inquire about the homework and missed important details.
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Can I inquire where the lost puppy was found?
Contexte : « investigation »
(verb) to ask questions to find out more about a situation or to investigate something. It’s often used when someone wants to get to the bottom of an issue.
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The detective will inquire further into the case.
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He didn’t want to inquire too deeply into her past.
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Why did the reporter inquire about the recent events?
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