without being asked
Example Sentences
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Landis, the Peacock Parent founder, said when she fell sick after having her newborn, the nanny brought her tea and orange juice without being asked.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
Carney, addressing reporters after giving a speech on the defence plan, pivoted to Rubio's speech without being asked about it.
From Barron's ● Feb. 17, 2026
During the early stages of Tigermania, no player could get out of an interview without being asked about Woods.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 16, 2024
Sir Chris said it would have been "very surprising" if any official committee of scientists had considered such a measure without being asked to do so by ministers.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2023
“I’m here because thirteen-year-old boys shouldn’t be wiping down counters without being asked to first.”
From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness
