had asked
- past perfect of ask.
Example Sentences
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“For years I had asked Usha to have another baby, and for years she had told me she was done—especially now that public service had elevated us into the national spotlight,” Vance wrote.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
The group said those dates were “planned along with Jennifer when all four of us were in good health and spirits,” and Finch had asked the band to continue the shows while she sought treatment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026
Both women said people had asked them how they didn't know they were being lied to - but they refuse to feel shame over Griffiths' crimes.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Labour and the centrist Liberal Democrats had asked Greenberg to probe the latest allegations.
From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026
Mr. Gregory had asked the small crowd gathered in front of him.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
