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inquire

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈkwaɪər]

Word

Learn how to use inquire in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

I will inquire about the schedule for the school play.

Example

She did not inquire about the homework and missed important details.

Example

Can I inquire where the lost puppy was found?

Context: “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.

Example

The detective will inquire further into the case.

Example

He didn’t want to inquire too deeply into her past.

Example

Why did the reporter inquire about the recent events?

How to pronounce inquire

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈkwaɪər]

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