ask after
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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A good question to ask, after that, is why they want so many people to remain ignorant.
From Salon ● Mar. 16, 2024
Meanwhile, Oleh’s 78-year-old father, Stepan Kovalyk, went to the Russians’ local headquarters to ask after his son.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 24, 2024
That doesn’t seem too much to ask after 159 years and counting.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 15, 2024
Whenever Mr. Parish would see Mr. Martin, he would ask after Ms. Sánchez Bendahan, sometimes before saying hello.
From New York Times ● Jan. 14, 2022
I ask after the door closes with a thud behind her.
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
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