asking

Example Sentences

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Somerset Council wrote to the regulator asking for changes and arguing the rules are excessive and no longer proportionate.

From BBC • 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

She often found herself asking her husband to repeat what he said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

The day before, Panish had hammered the surgeon on the witness stand, asking: “Do you admit your wife killed the two kids? Do you admit it? Yes or no?”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Is it possible he was asking to be connected to the man who had just attacked me?

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse