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
Coa did not drown, according to the initial findings of a coroner's inquest.
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Bailey Richards, People.com, 10 May 2025
Evidence Popplewell heard would subsequently be used at both the inquest into the deaths — a verdict of misadventure was returned by a jury — and a test case for negligence.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 10 May 2025
In Nevada, students have written letters to Daisy and staged a coroner’s inquest for Myrtle.
—Alexander Manshel, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2025
Former Hollyoaks star Paul Danan’s death was caused by a toxic combination of heroin, methadone and other drugs, an inquest has heard.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
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Bailey Richards, People.com, 10 May 2025
Evidence Popplewell heard would subsequently be used at both the inquest into the deaths — a verdict of misadventure was returned by a jury — and a test case for negligence.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 10 May 2025
In Nevada, students have written letters to Daisy and staged a coroner’s inquest for Myrtle.
—Alexander Manshel, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2025
Former Hollyoaks star Paul Danan’s death was caused by a toxic combination of heroin, methadone and other drugs, an inquest has heard.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquest
Noun
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We’re taught to prioritize action over inquiry, compliance over curiosity.—
Hunter McMahon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Newsweek reached out to Marriott International and the woman's attorney for comment via email outside of regular office hours on Tuesday, as well as to Clearview Building Services, LLC, via an online inquiry form.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
Noun
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The latter two in particular are emblematic of Hayes’ examination of her broader player pool, with both stepping into more important roles given positional absences.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Closer examination reveals tensions that are more subtle but no less profound.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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The public and private sectors must keep funding and extending collaboration in the rapidly changing landscape with research and development and exploration in order to solve the numerous issues that lie ahead and enhance our quality of life and safety.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The film’s blend of humor, supernatural elements and folklore struck a chord with audiences, paving the way for further exploration of the genre.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 May 2025
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But in 2020, COVID arrived in the U.S., shuttering hundreds of research studies.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
30 May 2025
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The law was written to address the mounting issue of plastic pollution in the environment and the growing number of studies showing the ubiquity of microplastic pollution in the human body — such as in the brain, blood, heart tissue, testicles, lungs and various other organs.—
Susanne Rust,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2025
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“Inquest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquest. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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