interrogating
word · lemma: interrogate
Definition
Asking someone a lot of questions, often in a thorough or formal way, usually to get information or find the truth. Commonly used when police question a suspect.
Usage & Nuances
A formal verb mostly used in legal, police, or military settings. 'Interrogating' is more intense than simply 'asking'; implies seeking information with authority. Common collocations: 'interrogating a suspect', 'interrogating witnesses'. Rarely used in everyday conversation except figuratively.
Example Sentences
The police are interrogating the suspect right now.
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She kept interrogating me about where I was last night.
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The teacher was interrogating the students about the missing book.
basic
After hours of interrogating, they finally got the truth out of him.
natural
Stop interrogating me! I told you everything I know.
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He sounded like he was interrogating me, not just asking a simple question.
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