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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
The film asks questions, is complex and leaves room to find oneself, to tell people’s stories and to overcome problems.
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 21 Feb. 2026
The complaint asks the Office of Labor-Management Standards to open an immediate investigation into the election procedures and determine that the current roll-call voting system does not satisfy the requirements of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
But news and culture critic Lorraine Ali asks, What about all those other guys in the Epstein files?
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The suit was filed on Thursday and asks that Roblox be ordered to pay a civil penalty of up to $2,500 for each violation of the Unfair Competition and False Advertising laws.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
Mile Auto doesn't use those methods and instead asks drivers to snap a picture of their odometer and upload it once a month.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
The deputy sergeant asks her about her husband’s character.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
Every game asks you to adopt a value system along with its goals.
—Big Think, 20 Feb. 2026
Meredith Grey asks Sloan and Lexie Grey.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 21 Feb. 2026
The complaint asks the Office of Labor-Management Standards to open an immediate investigation into the election procedures and determine that the current roll-call voting system does not satisfy the requirements of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
But news and culture critic Lorraine Ali asks, What about all those other guys in the Epstein files?
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The suit was filed on Thursday and asks that Roblox be ordered to pay a civil penalty of up to $2,500 for each violation of the Unfair Competition and False Advertising laws.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
Mile Auto doesn't use those methods and instead asks drivers to snap a picture of their odometer and upload it once a month.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
The deputy sergeant asks her about her husband’s character.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
Every game asks you to adopt a value system along with its goals.
—Big Think, 20 Feb. 2026
Meredith Grey asks Sloan and Lexie Grey.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for asks
Verb
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Set in the city of New York in post-World War Two, the film interrogates media propaganda, institutional power, and exploitation amid the looming threat of a mysterious global virus.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2026
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Engage with art that interrogates identity and civic belonging.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Technically, a local station only has to provide comparable time if a rival candidate requests it.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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However, Assistant City Manager Duffy said that the state requests that the city instead revisit the tax and issues a separate vote, but said that staff could make a note to come back to the discussion once the tournament ends on July 19.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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The complaint charges the Interior Department failed to comply with those steps.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Surprisingly, hand delivery isn’t the norm for the dresses that run from $3,000-$8,000, averaging around $5,000 (McKinnon charges by the hour).—
Patrice Hutton,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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This deep engagement with place, identity, and transformation invites readers to reconsider what counts as travel—and whose voices deserve to be heard.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Feb. 2026
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Your 12th House of Secrets and Solitude brightens as the vibrant Sun invites rest, reflection, and forgiveness, helping your brave spirit release pressure.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Market questions Another important factor has been a wobbly stock market this year, Friday’s massive rally notwithstanding.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
6 Feb. 2026
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The petition, by Miami-Dade County resident Elizabeth Pines and Broward County resident Eugene Pettis, also questions DeSantis’ directive to Secretary of State Cord Byrd, which included a delay in Congressional qualifying from the week of April 20 to June 8 to June 12.—
Jim Turner,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Stephen then begs Lucy to leave with him, only to abandon her on the side of the road.—
Olivia Truffaut-Wong,
Vulture,
17 Feb. 2026
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Look for a location with spring weather that begs for time on patios, in the pool, on the golf course, pedaling on a bike, or soaking up beauty on or along the water.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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That variability demands constant vigilance — not just a check at the start of the season.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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Since Congress passed the law that demands the release of the full Epstein files in November, congressional members and committees have sent letters to the DOJ demanding to see the unredacted version of the Epstein files.—
Philip Wang,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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To me, a vision brings alignment — internally with our staff, and externally with our customers, stakeholders, and partners.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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One of the best times to visit Bogotá is in August, when the annual Festival de Verano brings the city together for free concerts, sports, and cultural activities.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Asks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asks. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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