ascertaining

For the purpose of ascertaining the Board's powers in this connection the opinion of the Attorney General has been requested.

Ascertaining what had happened, some went to the church, and the governor arrested others.

Meurin had special facilities for ascertaining how men diabolise; the island of Mauritius has enjoyed many privileges of Infernus.

At least, we can come a good deal nearer ascertaining the latter than the former.

During the passage, which lasted seven weeks, Newton had ample opportunity of ascertaining his situation.