Example Sentences

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Monday's tribunal will inquire into allegations that, between 23 October 1996 and 4 May 2006, Dr Steen "knowingly and dishonestly carried out several actions to conceal the true circumstances" of the child's death.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2022

These are questions that should now be pursued by the House Intelligence Committee, which you can be sure will inquire about many things in the Schmidt book.

From Salon • Sep. 4, 2020

“What outfit would you never be able to pull off?” it will inquire, only to bemoan its similar stylistic limits.

From Slate • Apr. 5, 2016

Instead of mentioning their latest bills, members of Congress will inquire, “Have you read my novel? Would you like to see my screenplay?”

From Washington Post • Jan. 6, 2015

After a moment, Bishop Garamond announces, “She may remain among you until she has delivered the child. Meanwhile we will inquire and discover the truth.”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein