Pronunciation: /æsk fɔr/
verb to request or seek something
A1 Can you ask for directions to the nearest bus stop?
A2 I asked for a glass of water at the restaurant.
B1 She asked for help with her homework from a classmate.
B2 The customer asked for a refund when the product was faulty.
C1 The lawyer asked for more time to prepare the case.
C2 The CEO asked for a detailed report on the company's financial performance.
preposition used to indicate a request or demand for something
A1 I asked for a glass of water at the restaurant.
A2 She asked for directions to the nearest bus stop.
B1 He asked for feedback on his presentation from his colleagues.
B2 The customer asked for a refund after receiving a damaged product.
C1 The lawyer asked for more time to prepare the case.
C2 The professor asked for input from the students before finalizing the syllabus.
formal When you need assistance, it is appropriate to ask for help from your colleagues.
informal If you're not sure about something, just ask for clarification.
slang Don't be afraid to ask for a hand if you're struggling with the project.
figurative Sometimes you have to ask for forgiveness rather than permission in order to get things done.
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