inquiry · n
inquiry (PROCESS)
C2 an official process to discover the facts about something bad that has happened
Dictionary examples:
a judicial inquiry (60.1)
Citizens have demanded a full inquiry into the government's handling of the epidemic. (84.4)
inquiry (ASKING QUESTIONS)
C2 the process of asking questions in order to get information
Dictionary examples:
Inquiry into the matter is pointless - no one will tell you anything. (56.7)
inquiry
B1 a question that you ask when you want more information
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The student's inquiry about exam dates caused a collective groan in class. (0.0)
The boss's inquiry about lunch plans sparked a office-wide food fight. (0.0)
His inquiry about the dress code resulted in everyone wearing silly hats. (0.0)
I've made some inquiries about the cost of a round-the-world ticket. (36.6)
Inquiry into the matter is pointless - no one will tell you anything. (56.7)