ask (for)

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as in to woo
to act so as to make (something) more likely you are asking for trouble if you invite her ex to the wedding

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as in to request
to give a request or demand for the surgeon asked for the scalpel

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ask (for)
Verb
  • Many began seeking alternatives outside the traditional system, and policymakers—particularly in Republican-leaning states—intensified efforts to expand school choice programs.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Magdalene Serenity House received inquiries from 190 women seeking a safe place to heal, recover and rebuild in 2024 with 117 meeting the group's eligibility requirements, organizers say.
    Carin Schoppmeyer, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This pho has gone viral online, rightfully wooing diners while honoring its Vietnamese roots.
    Bao Ong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
  • And though the Chiefs couldn’t have known it at the time, their ability to woo Thornton — a 2022 New England Patriots second-round pick — to their practice squad late last year ended up being one of their top personnel moves for the ensuing season.
    The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The department has requested copies of voter rolls, often with nonpublic information like partial Social Security numbers, from dozens of states.
    Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
  • An online form to request City Hall light displays lists red, blue, orange, purple, yellow, white and green as options.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The two-way contract candidates on Miami’s preseason roster are forward Dain Dainja, guard Trevor Keels, guard Ethan Thompson and guard Jahmir Young, who are all signed to Exhibit 10 training camp invite deals.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Tranquility reigns here, inviting you to truly relax and find peace.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • He was confined for a hundred and four days, until a judge ordered his release on bail.
    Dan Greene, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Tesla drivers can order from, and get food delivered to, their charging cars 24 hours a day, but anyone can walk in during standard business hours.
    Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 22 Sep. 2025
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“Ask (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ask%20%28for%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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