as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
the police conducted an inquest into the case
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Recent Examples of inquest
In Rock Springs, the local coroner summoned a half-dozen residents to conduct an inquest into the fifteen bodies that had been discovered.
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Michael Luo, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
The inquest opened at Cheshire Coroner’s Court in Warrington is adjourned until June 30.
—James Factora, Them, 12 Feb. 2025
An inquest into the deaths of the five people killed in the crash also began last week.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
Though these inquests are normally the duty of the Lake County Coroner’s Office, Sheriff’s Office Deputy Chief Christopher Covelli said in an email Monday that Coroner Jennifer Banek recused herself from the case.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
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Michael Luo, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
The inquest opened at Cheshire Coroner’s Court in Warrington is adjourned until June 30.
—James Factora, Them, 12 Feb. 2025
An inquest into the deaths of the five people killed in the crash also began last week.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
Though these inquests are normally the duty of the Lake County Coroner’s Office, Sheriff’s Office Deputy Chief Christopher Covelli said in an email Monday that Coroner Jennifer Banek recused herself from the case.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquest
Noun
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In late 2023, Lago filed a defamation lawsuit against the Spanish-language radio station Actualidad for a segment about an ethics inquiry.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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When researchers across disciplines rely on the same AI systems for experimental design, the diversity of scientific inquiry—a cornerstone of innovation—could diminish.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema, and it's primarily diagnosed by a visual examination and collecting your health history.—
Susan Bard,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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What follows is a twisted examination of motherhood and the arbitrary expectations of adulthood.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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Infinity Natural Resources — Stock in the exploration and production company pulled back almost 3% after its fourth-quarter net income missed analysts’ estimates.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2025
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For Sriram, this new venture represents another avenue for creative exploration rather than a pivot away from his other work.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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One study conducted during Covid-19 lockdowns found loneliness was heavily associated with greater depression and thoughts of suicide.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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According to one study, telemedicine encounters increased 766% in the first three months of the COVID outbreak.—
Felicia Faber,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Inquest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquest. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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