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Gamboler Posted 11 years ago
Vocabulary

Ask (for) it

Sentence:

I know you aren't in the best mood to do me a favor, though I have no choice but to ask (for) it.

Is "for" compulsory or optional here?
  

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The "for" is not compulsory, but it is far more the preferred use unless "of" is used: "... "

— Deadrat

  • The "for" is not compulsory, but it is far more the preferred use unless "of" is used: "...
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The "for" is not compulsory, but it is far more the preferred use unless "of" is used: "... I have no choice but to ask it of you."
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