"Inquiry" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Inquiry refers to the act of asking for information or seeking answers to questions through questioning or investigation. It can also refer to an official investigation or a formal request for information, often in a formal setting such as a court or government institution.
To inquire means to ask questions in order to gather information or to seek clarification about something. It can also mean to make an inquiry, which is a formal or official request for information. For example, "The detective made inquiries at the scene of the crime to gather evidence."
Inquiringly is an adverb that means in a curious and questioning manner. It describes someone who is seeking information or understanding through asking questions or making inquiries. For example: "She spoke inquiringly about the new policy to clarify its implications."
adverb: inquisitively<br><br>Definition: With a curiosity; in a questioner or questioning manner; with a desire to know or learn.