Definitions

enquiry

[en-kwahyuhr-ee, en-kwuh-ree] / ɛnˈkwaɪər i, ˈɛn kwə ri /

NOUN

inquest

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inquiry inquisition query

STRONG

analysis examination exploration inspection interrogation investigation probe questioning research study

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer reply

STRONG

ignorance

Example Sentences

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One well-placed source has told BBC Sport that, via an intermediary, United have made a tentative enquiry about Brighton midfielder Baleba in recent months.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 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

Det Supt James Halkett said detectives were carrying out a "complex and active investigation in which we are pursuing all lines of enquiry".

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Aston Villa have made a fresh enquiry to re-sign former midfielder Douglas Luiz on loan.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Miss Bingley’s attention was quite as much engaged in watching Mr. Darcy’s progress through his book, as in reading her own; and she was perpetually either making some enquiry, or looking at his page.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen