1. asked for information; made a formal or polite request for details
Usage: past tense of inquire

Examples

• She inquired about the job opening at the front desk.
• The detective inquired into the circumstances of the accident.
• He inquired whether the store was still open.
• The customer inquired about the return policy.
• They inquired about renting the apartment for next month.
• The reporter inquired about the mayor’s plans for the city.
• She politely inquired if we needed any assistance.