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Discover LudwigThe phrase "asked both" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a situation where two individuals or groups were questioned or solicited for their opinions or responses.
Example: "During the meeting, I asked both participants for their thoughts on the proposal."
Alternatives: "inquired of both" or "questioned both".
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I asked both sides for statements.
I asked both for further reading.
The Iraqis asked both Iranians to leave the country.
Judge Sciarrino asked both sides to clarify certain points.
The judge asked both sides to submit briefs.
Roosevelt asked both commissions to include suggestions for how the government might address existing deficiencies.
He then asked both groups to label another picture which was the same for everyone.
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The office manager asks both to explain their preferences.
It's asking both those groups to move beyond".
This hypothesis was confirmed after asking both groups to perform a series of learning tasks.
He delayed a final ruling, asking both sides to submit more information by May 6.
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