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How to pronounce inquire in English?

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Type Words
Synonyms enquire, investigate
Type of probe, examine
Has types spy
Derivation inquisitive, inquiry, inquiring


inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady.
Type Words
Synonyms enquire, wonder
Type of query, question
Has types request
Derivation inquisitive
Type Words
Synonyms ask, enquire
Type of intercommunicate, communicate
Has types consult, question, interrogate, query, pry, confer with
Verb group ask
Derivation inquiring, inquirer, inquiry


I inquired about their special today.

Examples of inquire

inquire
In that regard, inquire about mistakes they've made and lessons they've learned.
From the forbes.com
Duncan approached Carpenter to inquire how he felt following the seventh inning.
From the stltoday.com
I inquire about his decision the day before to postpone a vote on a reform bill.
From the newsweek.com
During that meeting, Powers said job seekers can inquire about job related data.
From the foxbusiness.com
Also inquire if they are bringing serving pieces or if you should furnish these.
From the kentucky.com
After an evaluation, be certain to inquire about the most appropriate treatment.
From the psychcentral.com
The first step is to inquire whether you have access to cover via the workplace.
From the guardian.co.uk
I might, however, inquire about how they are saving and planning for retirement.
From the washingtonpost.com
Always inquire if there are any discounts or specials available before you book.
From the orlandosentinel.com
More examples
  • Ask: inquire about; "I asked about their special today"; "He had to ask directions several times"
  • Wonder: have a wish or desire to know something; "He wondered who had built this beautiful church"
  • Investigate: conduct an inquiry or investigation of; "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"; "inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady"
  • (inquiring) questioning: a request for information
  • (inquiring) given to inquiry; "an inquiring mind"
  • (inquiry) a search for knowledge; "their pottery deserves more research than it has received"
  • An inquiry is any process that has the aim of augmenting knowledge, resolving doubt, or solving a problem. A theory of inquiry is an account of the various types of inquiry and a treatment of the ways that each type of inquiry achieves its aim.
  • (Inquiry (journal)) Inquiry is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to public policy issues, innovative concepts, and original research in healthcare provision published quarterly.
  • (Inquiry (TV series)) Inquiry is a Canadian current affairs television series which aired on CBC Television from 1960 to 1964.