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asks (for)

verb

present tense third-person singular of ask (for)

as in requests

to make a request for don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it

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as in woos

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 orders

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

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Seung-woon requests Pi-o and Jeong-yo visit his hospital bedside.

— Kayti Burt, Time, 6 Oct. 2026
Meta says Muse requests approval before certain sensitive actions.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026

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There was a very enthusiastic response to the movie in the room, with Cruz and Bardem sharing hugs during the applause and woos from the crowd.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2026
The iconic destination woos visitors with its rich history, stunning architecture, and a unique network of bridges and canals linking neighborhoods across the Venetian lagoon.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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According to the lawsuit, Thomas frequently visits McDonald’s and orders a Quarter Pounder with cheese, fries and a Coke.

— Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
According to the lawsuit, Thomas frequently visits McDonald’s and orders a Quarter Pounder with cheese, french fries and a Coke.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of orders

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McFall’s work seeks to support the musical culture born in Chicago.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Ohio seeks to scrub voter rolls Ohio has a proof of citizenship requirement in effect for the first time this year for those registering to vote or updating their voter registration information at a Bureau of Motor Vehicles location.

— Gary Fields, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of seeks

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The island’s permanent Art House invites guests—of all ages—to get creative on canvas or pottery with the guidance of its resident artist.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
The crisp, ethereal chimes of traditional wind bells (Fēngduó) resonate throughout the space, creating a calm atmosphere that invites visitors to connect with themselves and the world around them.

— Footwear News, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

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