query
noun
a question; an inquiry.
Example Sentences
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But when he queried the charge, Curo confirmed it was accurate.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
Monday’s research queried people about their jobs, how often they use AI and how they use it.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 1, 2026
We queried experts across sports medicine, personal training and physical therapy to devise easy routines comprising simple exercises you can do at home to test and train your balance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
When queried by AFP about the Washington Post report, the White House sent a statement defending the new plane's safety.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
“You mean it adapted itself to the fly swatter?” queried Phineas.
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
