inquire after
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Salon reached out to scientists to inquire after the research paper's seismic conclusions, and discovered a surprising amount of rancor among skeptical geophysicists and seismologists.
From Salon ● Jul. 21, 2020
A well dressed couple walk inside the store and with a haughty air inquire after a wooden chest.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 12, 2020
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
Critical, predatory eyes question our whole enterprise and inquire after our intentions.
From New York Times ● Mar. 4, 2020
With heavy heart, I made my way along the quays to inquire after positions.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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