courteouslyinquire
verbUK /ˈkɜːtiəsli ɪnˈkwaɪə/
US /ˈkɝːtiəsli ɪnˈkwaɪr/
To ask a question in a polite and kind way.
She courteouslyinquired whether the seat next to him was free.
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2. To request information gently rather than demanding it.
He courteouslyinquired about the meeting time instead of insisting on an answer.
3. To check on someone's well-being with good manners.
The nurse courteouslyinquired how the patient was feeling.
4. To seek permission in a respectful manner.
They courteouslyinquired if they could join the table.