ask after
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Although complaints about bad behavior in cinemas may be on the rise, it’s still likelier here than anywhere that you can experience the joy of movie viewing without feeling compelled to ask, after noting the illuminated phone and bowed head of your child, “Are you even watching this?”
From Los Angeles Times
That's the question you have to ask after seeing such a magnificent performance from Erik ten Hag's side to win Saturday's FA Cup final.
From BBC
I ask, after a minute of watching this gray-haired lady make meat loaf.
From Literature
A good question to ask, after that, is why they want so many people to remain ignorant.
From Salon
Meanwhile, Oleh’s 78-year-old father, Stepan Kovalyk, went to the Russians’ local headquarters to ask after his son.
From Los Angeles Times
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