explicit inquiry
[/ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ɪnˈkwaɪri/]
nounpl: explicit inquiries
pergunta explícita / inquérito explícito
1. A direct, clear, and unambiguous question or request for information, leaving no room for misinterpretation or doubt
The lawyer made an explicit inquiry about the defendant's whereabouts on the night of the crime.
O advogado fez uma pergunta explícita sobre o paradeiro do réu na noite do crime.
2. In legal or formal contexts, a formally stated question asked with the intent of obtaining specific information or clarification
Following the explicit inquiry from the regulatory body, the company provided detailed documentation.
Após a pergunta explícita do órgão regulador, a empresa forneceu documentação detalhada.
3. A request for information that is expressed in clear, direct language without implicit or hidden meanings
The teacher appreciated the student's explicit inquiry about the assignment requirements.
A professora apreciou a pergunta explícita do aluno sobre os requisitos da tarefa.
In Brazilian business culture, explicit inquiries are highly valued as they reflect directness and respect for others' time. In legal and governmental contexts, explicit inquiries are standard procedure to ensure clear documentation and accountability. The phrase is more commonly encountered in formal, professional, and legal settings rather than in casual conversation.
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