ask for
phrasal verb
asked for; asking for; asks for
: to request to see or talk to (someone)
Unhappy with the service, he asked for the store manager.
There's someone on the phone asking for you.
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Following the heroic rescue, officials emphasized the importance of asking for help — and checking on those who are struggling with suicidal ideation.
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Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
The Star-Telegram contacted the presidents and advisers for those fraternities asking for their perspectives, but those email messages were not returned.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Dec. 2025
His family is asking for support.
—Elissa Robinson, Freep.com, 29 Dec. 2025
After bakery staff asked for his contact information, the man then became belligerent and yelled at staff members.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
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Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
The Star-Telegram contacted the presidents and advisers for those fraternities asking for their perspectives, but those email messages were not returned.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Dec. 2025
His family is asking for support.
—Elissa Robinson, Freep.com, 29 Dec. 2025
After bakery staff asked for his contact information, the man then became belligerent and yelled at staff members.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ask for
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“Ask for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ask%20for. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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