ask over (to invite someone to come to where you live) We should ask him over for dinner some time. I would ask him over for coffee, but I have to get up early for work in the morning. envocabulary.com
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ask in (to invite someone in) We asked her in for a cup of coffee. Don’t leave her standing on the doorstep; ask him in! envocabulary.com
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ask for (request for): Let’s call the waiter and ask for the bill. (want to see or speak to) There is someone at the door asking for you. (provoke a negative reaction) They are asking for trouble. He is just asking for a punch in the nose. envocabulary.com
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ask after British English (ask about someone) I met Sophia yesterday, and she asked after your wife’s health. Don’t forget to ask after my brother when you see John. envocabulary.com
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ask about American English (to ask how someone is) She asked about your wife’s health. ask about (to ask for information) I called to ask about the schedule.
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