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ask about

VERB

question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

challenge examine grill interrogate interview investigate query quiz search seek

STRONG

catechize enquire hit inquire petition probe pry pump quest solicit

WEAK

cross-examine give the third degree go over hit up hold out for make inquiry pick one's brains put through the wringer put to the question raise question show curiosity sound out sweat it out of work over

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer reply

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And when you do reach out to the agency, ask about retroactive benefits.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

"I go to the market only to look around because I cannot afford to buy anything. Whenever I ask about prices, I return heartbroken," Nadia Abu Shamala, a Palestinian resident of Gaza, told AFP.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

In the run-up to his confirmation hearing last month, Trump took to calling Warsh to ask about the economy, according to three people familiar with the conversations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Jordan said almost as soon they arrived, one of them, Will, who was dressed as rapper Soulja Boy "but had a gun for some reason", came up to him to ask about his costume.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Jomo would have been the best person to ask about arigbe—indeed, to ask for advice on how best to placate Master.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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