- a variation of inquiry.
enquiry
Example Sentences
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He added that the Sikh community had been "pushed under a bus" and they are calling for a "judge-led public enquiry", which he believes will help to contain some of the anger directed at Sikhs.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
South Korea sent more than 140,000 children overseas for adoption between 1955 and 1999, according to an official enquiry in the country.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
It is understood that FC Basel was approached about a possible June 26 concert date but turned down the enquiry.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
Det Supt James Halkett said at the time that detectives were carrying out a "complex and active investigation in which we are pursuing all lines of enquiry".
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
After sitting in this manner a quarter of an hour without hearing Miss Bingley’s voice, Elizabeth was roused by receiving from her a cold enquiry after the health of her family.
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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