inquire

Example Sentences

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One recent morning, a client from Florida called Hubbard to inquire about a bomb shelter for 10 people.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Some of those investors have reached out to him to inquire about investments through his firm or joint ventures, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025

Some businesses didn’t allow underage workers, they said, while others look the other way and don’t inquire about ages.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

Other questions inquire about gender and sex, with questions like, “What is the fundamental biological distinction between males and females?” and “Which chromosome pair determines biological sex in humans?”

From Salon • Nov. 5, 2025

“Where’s my treat?” his face seemed to inquire.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel