asked

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Nearby, Torres kept apologizing to people who asked for his business card — he didn’t have any on him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

On the company’s Thursday conference call, CEO Barry was asked whether she thought recent sales figures have been artificially inflated as consumers rushed to make purchases ahead of impending shortages.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

At one point Jonathan asked for an advance on his inheritance, a request Isak felt compelled to accept to maintain their relationship, the judge said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Testifying at a hearing before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, Hegseth was asked: “When can you share more formal accounting on the cost of the war with Congress and with this committee?”

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

“When did he tell you that?” she asked SJ.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith