casually enquire

Frequency: 6.56.2 per million words

to ask in a relaxed and informal way, as if not very interested

enquireADVERB + enquire

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casually

Examples (10)

  • He tried to sound nonchalant as he casually enquired if she was free on Friday night.
  • During the meeting, she casually enquired about the budget for the new project.
  • The journalist casually enquired about the minister's future plans, hoping for a scoop.
  • While admiring the house, I might casually enquire about the asking price.
  • He was casually enquiring about your health the other day, which was nice of him.
  • "Just curious," he began, before casually enquiring where she had bought her coat.
  • She walked past his desk and casually enquired how the report was coming along.
  • Not wanting to seem too eager, Tom decided to casually enquire about the job vacancy later.
  • He casually enquired as to who would be attending the event, feigning mild interest.
  • Seeing the 'For Sale' sign, she stopped and casually enquired with the owner about the property.