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Japanese

ききこみ
Meaning: investigation by asking around; canvassing; inquiry
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

刑事たちは事件の手がかりを求めて聞き込みを続けている。
The detectives are continuing their investigation by asking around for clues to the incident.
捜査員が聞き込みを続けた結果、新しい証言を得た。
By continuing their interviews with local residents, the investigators obtained a new witness statement.

Usage Notes

Often used in the context of police or detectives gathering information from people in the area of a crime.

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