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asking

ADJECTIVE
wanting to know
Synonyms
STRONG
querying
WEAK


Example Sentences

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Williams tested the market in 2021, asking for $7.5 million for the lovely residence.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

‘Avengers: Infinity War’ co-director Anthony Russo is listing the property, which would set a price record for the city if it sells for close to its asking price.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"I found myself improving in confidence, in talking to people, even serving people, talking to an interviewer who's asking you questions," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Welker held her ground, asking the president to present evidence.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

But Anna May and I were just starting out as friends, so I only said, “Thanks for asking me to tag along. I hope we can do it again.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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