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as in quizzed
to put a question or questions to
my coworkers asked me all about my trip to Machu Picchu
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as in requested
to make a request of
ask the salesclerk for assistance
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as in charged
to set or receive as a price
they are only asking $300 for that antique grandfather clock
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Recent Examples of asked
When asked about her challenging Qualls in a primary, her campaign declined to comment Saturday.
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Jimmy Lovrien, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
Those with information are asked to contact the department’s homicide unit at 510-981-5741.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 31 May 2026
Arkansas coach Courtney Deifel was asked if her team’s 5-3 loss to Nebraska in 10 innings the night before affected the outcome of Friday’s game.
—Tim Willert, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
After the Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin was asked what kind of government the Founding Fathers had created.
—John Stossel, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
The crew asked us to lube up with reef-safe sunscreen, provided onboard, to protect the reef.
—Brianna Randall, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Rescue divers were asked to return to the cave site on Sunday morning to prepare for a potential mission to search deeper in the cave network for the pair, after the survivors provided a new map of the layout.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Though Merryweather argued for removal of one parking spot, others in attendance asked whether removing both spaces or widening the street for a more proper turnaround would make more sense.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Mallory Menacker asked, referencing the 1992 movie in which a bunch of misfit kids go from hockey novices to improbable winners.
—Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Jimmy Lovrien, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
Those with information are asked to contact the department’s homicide unit at 510-981-5741.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 31 May 2026
Arkansas coach Courtney Deifel was asked if her team’s 5-3 loss to Nebraska in 10 innings the night before affected the outcome of Friday’s game.
—Tim Willert, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
After the Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin was asked what kind of government the Founding Fathers had created.
—John Stossel, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
The crew asked us to lube up with reef-safe sunscreen, provided onboard, to protect the reef.
—Brianna Randall, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Rescue divers were asked to return to the cave site on Sunday morning to prepare for a potential mission to search deeper in the cave network for the pair, after the survivors provided a new map of the layout.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Though Merryweather argued for removal of one parking spot, others in attendance asked whether removing both spaces or widening the street for a more proper turnaround would make more sense.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Mallory Menacker asked, referencing the 1992 movie in which a bunch of misfit kids go from hockey novices to improbable winners.
—Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for asked
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Morgan will appear alongside opera singer Katherine Jenkins and be quizzed by Deadline’s Jake Kanter in a panel on fame, media, culture and public opinion, while former First Lady Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, will record a live episode of their podcast IMO.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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The five participants were quizzed by a moderator and supplemented by questions from the audience during the 90-minute presentation in Orlando.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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The person requested anonymity because they're not permitted to speak publicly about the confidential discussions.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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In July, Thomas, 30, filed a petition to establish parental relationship with the actress, 37, in Los Angeles, and requested joint legal and physical custody of Louetta, along with an order for visitation, according to documents obtained by USA TODAY.—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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By 200 meters, Hulst had charged into the lead.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Avoid any water that may be charged with electricity and do not attempt to walk through floodwaters.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Sometimes they are flattered, invited inside, and quietly stripped of their sharp edges.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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When one folded, Lipoff recommended Santafé be invited to join.—
PJ Green
May 30,
Kansas City Star,
30 May 2026
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She’s interrogated by a researcher named Phil (Mark Duplass), who works for the mysterious company Async, which used to build MRI machines and now studies the Backrooms.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Viewers see Mary being interrogated by Async employee Phil (Mark Duplass), as well as a twisted version of Mary sitting in silence by herself.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Since these minors enlisted without parental consent, local courts demanded that federal authorities produce them as unlawfully detained persons—and for years the military reluctantly obliged.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
25 May 2026
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The $350-million sale had been agreed in December 2019 but not yet finalized, and was at the center of an FBI investigation that led to accusations that Sidhu had provided insider information to the team and in return demanded kickbacks in the form of campaign contributions.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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Hur’s yearlong investigation led to a 345-page report that questioned Biden’s age and mental competence but recommended no criminal charges against the then-81-year-old.—
Alanna Durkin Richer,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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But many were critical of Luce’s unconventional design and some questioned whether the EV could dilute investment returns for the business.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The Federal Reserve has since formally queried major banks about their private credit exposure.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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For its last week, guests turned the tables and queried Colbert.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2026
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“Asked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asked. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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