inquire after
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The dogs, heedless of contagion, sniff away, and while their humans maintain a sober distance, even strangers inquire after one another’s well-being.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 20, 2020
I inquire after the contents of the note, and he wrinkles his nose.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 8, 2018
He asked this in the manner a psychiatrist might inquire after the mental health of a patient.
From New York Times ● Aug. 1, 2018
As there were a multitude of lies to inquire after, these particular untruths were never corrected in the briefing.
From Salon ● Jun. 19, 2018
Hie first thing he had done after taking up residence in the Tower of the Hand was inquire after the finest cook in the city and take her into his service.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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