ask about

VERB

question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

challenge examine grill interrogate interview investigate query quiz search seek

STRONG

catechize enquire hit inquire petition probe pry pump quest solicit

WEAK

cross-examine give the third degree go over hit up hold out for make inquiry pick one's brains put through the wringer put to the question raise question show curiosity sound out sweat it out of work over

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer reply

Example Sentences

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When he later rang the police to ask about the interview on 13 April 2021, he was informed that the notes had been destroyed.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

I was someone’s assistant, and that’s when I asked all the questions that I needed to ask about what my fees would be.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

In March, an undercover agent contacted one of the participants to ask about the iRobot deal and other trades, pretending to be a securities regulator.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

And it was infused in every answer, from my target heart rate on a walk to a mysterious symptom I’d ask about that was unrelated to cancer.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

He had some questions to ask about their living situation.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day

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