1
as in to seek
to make a request for
don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it
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2
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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3
as in to request
to give a request or demand for
the surgeon asked for the scalpel
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Trump has sought to fire thousands of federal workers, dismantle independent agencies, end birthright citizenship and impose tariffs on countries that have a trade deficit with the U.S. or have aggrieved him in some other way.—
Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
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With global travel surging, more people are seeking unique, immersive experiences, especially among millennials and travelers from Generation Z, who are foregoing Instagram-worthy, picture-perfect hotspots and seeking more authentic, local cultural escapes.—
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That traction with affluent shoppers has gained momentum for more than two years, as Walmart wooed inflation-weary customers and appealed to newer or less frequent shoppers by expanding its assortment of brands online, remodeling stores and offering faster e-commerce options.—
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Renters have plenty of apartments to choose from, so property managers need ways to woo them.—
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Now the homeowner is requesting permission from the local council, to rezone the historic property as three houses and a cottage.—
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Police said the suspect, later identified as Onyx Calderon, showed up at the store on Jan. 29 and requested to see the rare bird, so the owner brought the parrot out in a smaller cage for his viewing purposes.—
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The Panama-California Exposition, celebrating the opening of the Panama Canal, invited folks from far and near to stop by and have a look at our splendid town.—
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This is when rumors started surfacing in various Minnesota local groups that Alex had allegedly been buying alcohol for minors, asking inappropriate questions, and inviting them to parties.—
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While waiting for the rice to cook, most Nature Pagoda customers order mini tureens of herbal soups, such as black chicken with either ginseng or a blend of Chinese herbs.—
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Most recently, the state ordered Kingda Ka shuttered in 2023 after its launch cable snapped.—
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“Ask (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ask%20%28for%29. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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