inquisitions
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pluralof inquisition.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
inquisitionnounan official investigation, especially one of a political or religious nature, characterized by lack of regard for individual rights, prejudice on the part of the examiners, and recklessly cruel punishments.
Example Sentences
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While the Nationals have opened themselves up to inquisitions from teams that would love to have Soto for the next three pennant chases, they don’t seem eager to give up the generational talent.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 24, 2022
It contained uncanny, elevated descriptions of sound and performance, offered grounded philosophical inquisitions and sprinkled in wink-nudge personal asides.
From New York Times ● Dec. 8, 2021
Stop the reproduction inquisitions during wine nights and happy hours.
From Salon ● Nov. 27, 2021
If other interview programs could resemble beds of nails, with “gotcha” inquisitions of newsmakers, Mr. King’s show was a plush chaise longue.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 23, 2021
Admiral Chester Nimitz and Major General Kenyon Joyce, two renowned local war heroes, rounded out its membership, though they generally sat by silently during hearings while Neylan conducted the inquisitions.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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