# querying

Pronunciation: say "KWEER-ee-ing" US /ˈkwɪ.ɹi.ɪŋ/, UK/AUS /ˈkwɪə.ɹi.ɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of query. — present participle and gerund of query
   - Simple: Present participle and gerund of query. Use this -ing form when the asking is happening now or when naming the action.
   - _Analysts are querying the database for last quarter's sales figures._
   - _Querying the witness too aggressively can backfire in court._

## Noun

2. The act of making a query, asking a question to obtain or verify information.
   - Simple: The act of asking a question to get or check information.
   - _The auditor's persistent querying uncovered several accounting errors._
   - _Excessive querying from the floor delayed the vote by an hour._

## Adjective

3. Inclined to ask questions or express doubt; questioning in manner.
   - Simple: Showing doubt or a wish to ask questions.
   - _A querying glance passed between the two scientists during the demonstration._
   - _Her querying tone made the speaker pause and clarify his claim._

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