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as in interrogates
to put a question or questions to
my coworkers asked me all about my trip to Machu Picchu
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as in requests
to make a request of
ask the salesclerk for assistance
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as in charges
to set or receive as a price
they are only asking $300 for that antique grandfather clock
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Recent Examples of asks
Sweeney asks in the commercial, posing in denim shorts against a blue sky backdrop, while smiling and playing with her hair.
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Shad Powers, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Feeling understood is comforting, but leadership asks something different from us.
—Jonathan Alpert Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The lawsuit asks a federal judge to strike down the regulations.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
In its resolution, the council also asks NIPSCO to schedule and conduct a public hearing in the city for residents to question utility leadership about the delivery charges, affordability programs and long-term rate planning.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Margo asks how someone who has been bullied can bully others, but that’s what always happens.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
Takes care of his stuff, super humble, asks a lot of questions.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026
Chief Inspector Lola Castro asks Agata, a young autistic police archivist working in criminal records to bring documents of a similar death.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
Luna asks what the customer is purchasing and creates a corresponding transaction on a nearby iPad.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
Shad Powers, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Feeling understood is comforting, but leadership asks something different from us.
—Jonathan Alpert Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The lawsuit asks a federal judge to strike down the regulations.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
In its resolution, the council also asks NIPSCO to schedule and conduct a public hearing in the city for residents to question utility leadership about the delivery charges, affordability programs and long-term rate planning.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Margo asks how someone who has been bullied can bully others, but that’s what always happens.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
Takes care of his stuff, super humble, asks a lot of questions.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026
Chief Inspector Lola Castro asks Agata, a young autistic police archivist working in criminal records to bring documents of a similar death.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
Luna asks what the customer is purchasing and creates a corresponding transaction on a nearby iPad.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for asks
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Hitchcock's greatest film is a perfect thriller that interrogates our obsession with observing the lives of others.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Apr. 2026
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June interrogates him about Frankenstein and mentions the creature being forced to do another’s bidding.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit requests the clinic undertake free genetic testing for all patients and children whose birth resulted from embryo implantation throughout the last five years, the amount of time the clinic had the couple's embryos in its possession.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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Smith said that the order can be modified at a later date if the victim requests contact.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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Avoid any business that guarantees results, charges large upfront fees without reviewing your situation or uses high-pressure sales tactics.—
Rebecca Safier,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The indictment also charges Edgar Castro Perez and Torres-Ortiz with possession with intent to distribute, and distribution of, 500 grams or more of cocaine, which carries a minimum of five years in prison and a maximum of 40 years.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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This line of thinking also invites a broader reflection on the motivations that bring clinicians into the profession.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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This morning invites steadier, fair-minded choices.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Continue reading … SECURITY SHAKEUP — Lawmaker questions hotel metal detector setup at Correspondent's Dinner.—
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FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, there has been a major shift in Washington’s regulatory tone and outlook, creating opportunities but also questions about the longevity of changes in rules.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Fingal, a more scholarly type, begs to differ.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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But Caitlin begs Vix to come to her wedding, to be her maid of honor.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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As a child performing with his brothers at the family home in Gary, Indiana, young Michael (Juliano Krue Valdi) is beaten by his father, Joe (Colman Domingo), who demands obedience along with musical discipline.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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The breadth of recent enforcement actions and license revocations makes clear that this is a serious, ongoing problem that demands immediate and sustained action.—
Tom Koutsoumpas,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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Put a few slices on your tuna salad sandwich, see what the day brings.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
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The former Ohio State linebacker brings versatility and enthusiasm to a Washington defense that struggled in 2025.—
Les Carpenter,
Washington Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Asks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asks. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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