inquire
verb (used without object)
to seek information by questioning; ask.
has inquired
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present perfectof inquire (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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MacKinnon says he won’t interfere in the regulatory process but has inquired.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 4, 2026
The Times has inquired about how and why the link didn’t work.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 31, 2025
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has inquired about reports of “phantom braking” in Tesla vehicles, which were reported by The Post in February.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 3, 2022
Cashman has inquired about obtaining a left-handed hitter.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 29, 2021
Of him no man has inquired for a 'Sartor.'
From Home Life of Great Authors by Hattie Tyng Griswold
