Either way we cannot gain knowledge of the theorem by inquiry.

Theologians are required to improve understanding of the faith by scholarship and "critical inquiry."

We must endeavor to satisfy ourselves by personal inquiry.

It was only by careful inquiry and keen observation that Vincent had managed to find the way so far.

More importantly, it is unacceptable to construct data that are available by direct inquiry.

The facts in each case as developed by inquiry or investigation, will determine the person's fitness for re-entry into the competitive service.

He went home, determined to solve the mystery by open inquiry.

Well, we have several, but we can only test their value by further inquiry.

But there were, I have found by inquiry and adding up the persons, at least eighteen to twenty people on the spot.

'Not by inquiry,' said the gentleman shaking his head.