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   ask

   /ɑːsk/

   verb

   • 1. say something in order to obtain an answer or some information: "I asked her what she meant" Similar inquire (of)querywant to knowquestionput a question tointerrogatequizcross-questioncross-examinecatechizeinformal:grillpumpgive the third degree toputput forwardposeraisesubmitproposeseek/get the answer toOpposite answeranswer
   • 2. say to (someone) that one wants them to do or give something: "Mary asked her father for money" Similar requestdemandappeal toapply topetitioncall onentreatbegimploreexhorturgeenjoinimportunepraysolicitbeseechplead withsuesupplicateseekput in forcall forcrave
   • ▪ say that one wants permission to do something: "she asked if she could move in"
   • ▪ say that one wants (a specified amount) as a price for selling something: "he was asking £250 for the guitar"
   • ▪ expect or demand (something) of someone: "it's asking a lot, but could you look through Billy's things?"
   • 3. invite (someone) to one's home or a function: "it's about time we asked Pam to dinner" Similar invitebidhave someone over/roundsummonrequest the pleasure of someone's company
   • ▪ invite someone to join one on a group outing: "do you want to ask him along?"

   noun

   • 1. a demand or situation that requires a specified degree of effort or commitment: informal "it is a big ask for him to go and play 90 minutes"
   • 2. a request, especially for a donation: US "it was an awkward ask for more funding"
   • ▪ the price at which an item, especially a financial security, is offered for sale: "ask prices for bonds"

   Word Origin Old Englishāscian, āhsian, āxian, of West Germanic origin.

   Derivatives

   • 1. asker noun

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   What does ask mean in English?

   • Collocations with “ask” are a crucial part of the English language, allowing speakers to express themselves more efficiently and effectively. These collocations are phrases that frequently occur together and have a specific meaning. For instance, “ask for” is a common collocation that means to request something.

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   What does I ask you mean?

   • Blossom Word Game Pick the best words! Spelling Bee Quiz Can you outdo past winners of the National Spelli... The meaning of I ASK YOU is —used before or after a question when one wants agreement or sympathy. How to use I ask you in a sentence.

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   What does it mean to ask someone out?

   • Meaning: To invite someone to go out on a date or for a social event. Example: She’s too shy to ask him out, so her friends are trying to encourage her. Meaning: To inquire whether something is true or not. Example: The student is going to ask whether the exam is multiple choice or essay format.

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   What does asking permission mean?

   • Meaning: To request approval or authorization to do something. Example: If you want to borrow something, you should ask permission first. Meaning: To invite someone to go out on a date or for a social event. Example: She’s too shy to ask him out, so her friends are trying to encourage her. Meaning: To inquire whether something is true or not.

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   Jun 15, 2024 · Meaning: To request someone to do something for you, often something that is not their responsibility or obligation. Example: I need to ask a favour of you. Ask a question. Meaning: To inquire or request information by posing a query. Example: Do you mind if I ask a question? Ask about.

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   2 days ago · Clear and simple definitions in American English from Britannica's language experts. More usage examples than any other dictionary.

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   Jun 25, 2024 · 1. Polite ways to ask. When asking someone about their country of origin, it’s crucial to be polite and respectful. Here are a few ways you can initiate the conversation politely: – “May I ask where you are originally from?” – “I’m curious about your background, could you tell me where you’re from?” 2. Formal ways to ask.

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   3 days ago · /æsk aʊt/ /ɑsk aʊt/ IPA guide. Other forms: asked out; asking out; asks out. Definitions of ask out. verb. make a date. synonyms: invite out, take out. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Ask out." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/ask out. Accessed 04 Jul. 2024. Copy citation.

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   3 days ago · The meaning of I ASK YOU is —used before or after a question when one wants agreement or sympathy. How to use I ask you in a sentence.

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   Jun 26, 2024 · /æsk fɔr ɪt/ /ɑsk fɔ ɪt/ IPA guide. Other forms: asked for it; asking for it; asks for it. Definitions of ask for it. verb. persist with actions or an attitude despite the probability that it will cause trouble. synonyms: ask for trouble. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Ask for it."

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   5 days ago · What to know about the Supreme Court immunity ruling in Trump’s 2020 election interference case. The Supreme Court rules that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts. This delays further the Washington criminal case against ex-President Donald Trump that he plotted to overturn his 2020 election loss.