1
as in interrogating
to put a question or questions to
my coworkers asked me all about my trip to Machu Picchu
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2
as in requesting
to make a request of
ask the salesclerk for assistance
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as in charging
to set or receive as a price
they are only asking $300 for that antique grandfather clock
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Recent Examples of asking
Starbucks spokesperson Gee said the coffee chain is asking unionized baristas and Workers United to return to the bargaining table to wrap up contract negotiations, which have been ongoing since April.
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Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
In an effort to relieve Downtown traffic congestion, state transportation officials are asking some motorists to divert to Interstate 275 during the ongoing partial closure of the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Yavapai County Sheriff David Rhodes, president of the Arizona Sheriff's Association, is asking the state Legislature for $100 million over the next two years so four counties can hire new deputies and act on other plans to prepare for the possibility Proposition 314 could go into effect.
—Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
McAfee joked about that report Monday, asking if Brick would be the one to inform Rodgers of his release.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Something dim and unknowable seemed to be asking me to trust it.
—Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Carter’s attorney Alex Spiro filed a motion Monday asking a judge to force the accuser to reveal her real name or dismiss the case.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Last month, June penned an emotional Facebook post asking her followers for help finding a three– or four-bedroom house.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Rather than asking the reader to identify the important information, the candidate decides which points are most relevant and highlights that data.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
In an effort to relieve Downtown traffic congestion, state transportation officials are asking some motorists to divert to Interstate 275 during the ongoing partial closure of the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Yavapai County Sheriff David Rhodes, president of the Arizona Sheriff's Association, is asking the state Legislature for $100 million over the next two years so four counties can hire new deputies and act on other plans to prepare for the possibility Proposition 314 could go into effect.
—Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
McAfee joked about that report Monday, asking if Brick would be the one to inform Rodgers of his release.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Something dim and unknowable seemed to be asking me to trust it.
—Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Carter’s attorney Alex Spiro filed a motion Monday asking a judge to force the accuser to reveal her real name or dismiss the case.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Last month, June penned an emotional Facebook post asking her followers for help finding a three– or four-bedroom house.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Rather than asking the reader to identify the important information, the candidate decides which points are most relevant and highlights that data.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for asking
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The Hamilton County Coroner's Office is requesting help finding the relatives of a man who died this week.Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
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Now, Snoop says that The Chronic creator has fully embraced the revival of Death Row Records, even going as far as personally requesting his own official Death Row jacket.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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And there's government funding to help with costs, including hundreds of millions of dollars for charging for these vehicles specifically.Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
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The upfront costs of buying electric vehicles are significantly higher, and switching to electric trucks requires building charging infrastructure.Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Posts may leave us questioning our qualifications, competence, and intelligence.Dr. Angélica S. Gutiérrez, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets around Syria including in the capital Damascus demanding protection for religious minorities following the Christmas tree burning, which took place in the city of Hama around 200 km north of Damascus last night.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
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Jodie Turner-Smith is demanding that her estranged husband Joshua Jackson pay her child and spousal support in their ongoing divorce.Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Asking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asking. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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