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Recent Examples of inquire
For bigger projects, head to the commercial sales desk to inquire about computer design assistance.
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Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Follow the mall on Instagram to stay abreast of most recent inventory, or call the shop to inquire about current availability.
—Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Team decision-makers reached out to multiple NBA teams to inquire about their head coaches under contract, like Houston’s Ime Udoka, Dallas’ Jason Kidd and Chicago’s Billy Donovan.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
The case traces back to a March 2023 welfare check conducted at an Everman, Texas, home where police arrived to inquire about Noel and his six siblings after family members expressed concerns over their well-being, authorities said at the time.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
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Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Follow the mall on Instagram to stay abreast of most recent inventory, or call the shop to inquire about current availability.
—Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Team decision-makers reached out to multiple NBA teams to inquire about their head coaches under contract, like Houston’s Ime Udoka, Dallas’ Jason Kidd and Chicago’s Billy Donovan.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
The case traces back to a March 2023 welfare check conducted at an Everman, Texas, home where police arrived to inquire about Noel and his six siblings after family members expressed concerns over their well-being, authorities said at the time.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquire
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When asked whether the store will be back next year, Simonson said the company will evaluate changes to the property as needed.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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During his first Zoom consultation with clients, Perri always asked them to share their story.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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This article is part of our Fast Lane Living series, examining the inner workings (practical and luxurious) of Formula One’s traveling circus.—
Patrick Iversen,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Public Utilities Board in Singapore pilots this method, and Japan examines PRO integration at coastal industrial locations where existing processes offer operational advantages.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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Julie Mayhew, owner of Mayville Farm, a small farm sanctuary in Racine, said she's publicly questioned Shalom for years.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Bessent was questioned by Democrats and some Republicans for his support, in the context of Argentina being a competitor to the US in exporting soybeans to China.—
Daniel Flatley,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Inquire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquire. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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