Definitions

ask for

VERB

call for

Synonyms

STRONGEST

involve need request require suggest want

WEAK

inquire lack necessitate occasion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike have

VERB

challenge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assert call for claim confront defy demand denounce impose require test try

STRONG

accost arouse beard brave cross dare exact impeach impugn inquire investigate provoke query reclaim stimulate summon tax vindicate

WEAK

call out face down face off face the music fly in the face of hang in insist upon invite competition make a point of make a stand object to search out stand up to stick it out throw down the gauntlet

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny

STRONG

answer calm dodge ignore

WEAK

agreement decision victory

Example Sentences

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Los Angeles city officials are asking for the public’s help identifying a toddler who was left behind by a would-be car thief in Highland Park on Sunday morning.

From Los Angeles Times

Unlike many chatbots which need to be repeatedly asked for things before a user can get their desired response, Manus says its service can plan, execute and complete tasks independently in accordance with instructions.

From BBC

Over five weeks, you will learn how to build a list of powerful allies, gracefully ask for help, revive old connections and turn the goodbye email into your networking friend.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Survivors often stay cordial. They often ask for help when they feel desperate,” he added.

From Los Angeles Times

Kyiv had asked for security guarantees to last up to 50 years after the end of the conflict during weekend discussions.

From The Wall Street Journal

ask for

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