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The phrase "asked earlier" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a question or request that was made previously in a conversation or text.
Example: "As I mentioned in my previous email, I would appreciate it if you could respond to the question I asked earlier."
Alternatives: "inquired previously" or "questioned before".
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Chuck asked earlier about sacrifices.
I had asked earlier in the day.
I had asked earlier to see Fuller's new dome.
He had asked earlier to be placed on waivers.
Asked earlier about his postgame plans, he offered a one-word reply.
Asked earlier in the week about his rivalry with Woods, McIlroy deflected the question.
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When asked earlier this month what training camp has been like without Johnson, Chrebet said, "Quiet".
The C.I.A. initially declined to comment when it was asked earlier this week about Mr. Laux's book.
When asked earlier this month whether the bill would impact on such claims, Clarke told the Commons "no".
Romney, who punted when asked earlier this year whether he supported the Ledbetter Act, could only squirm.
Asked earlier this month about his relations with Mr. Case, Mr. Logan said they had a difference in style.
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