ask
verb (used with object)
to put a question to; inquire of.
asks
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present tense formof ask (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Doncic is adamant to remind anyone who asks that this is not the first time he’s been entrusted with the stewardship of a team.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
In our secret recording of their conversation, Alias repeatedly asks Saman to confirm this, despite knowing there is a question mark over the mini-mart's true ownership.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026
When he asks Holmes if she understands why “Who’s on First?” is funny, Holmes reveals she didn’t grasp the premise of their gag.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026
Johnson’s case asks whether Congress intended to foreclose district court review of constitutional challenges to veterans’ benefits laws.
From Slate ● Oct. 19, 2026
“She is?” he asks at full volume, craning his neck for a look.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
