inquired

Definition of inquirednext
past tense of inquire

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquired
Verb
  • During the discussion in February, Ward 2 City Councilmember Melissa Cheatham asked if the former Bluejacket Pool was on the radar for the possibility for the new pool’s location.
    Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2026
  • All candidates were asked identical questions.
    Opinion Staff, Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Conservative influencers, among others, blasted the turnabout and questioned Bondi’s capability.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
  • In a playful bit, Mandel sat down on the podcast wearing an obvious wig, only to jokingly storm off set after Bush questioned his appearance.
    Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Inquired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquired. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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