asking

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“Now ask yourself, would you want to marry you? I know nobody likes that question, but it’s a good question. So stop asking ‘where is he’ and start asking ‘who am I becoming?’

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

So then, dang it, I’m asking you two the same question: Who could be, should be the next James Bond?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Made with soft, cushiony materials, the doll also makes spontaneous requests, asking users to pat its head, hold its hand or share snacks with it, although it cannot eat.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

"To be able to exchange with the president on important topics with his administration, to put everything on the table without asking for anything, is probably the key to having a positive relationship."

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Theo is looking at me, he’s raising his eyebrows, silently asking what I want to do now.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse