Sentence examples for asks out from inspiring English sources

The phrase "asks out" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe the act of inviting someone on a date or expressing romantic interest.
Example: "He finally mustered the courage to ask her out after weeks of flirting."
Alternatives: "invites on a date" or "proposes a date".

Dictionary

asks out

verb

Third person singular of ask out

Exact(19)

I wonder what that is," Stickley asks out loud, scratching his head.

Lee has a daughter, Robyn (Anna Paquin), whom Elwood, in a flush of foolhardiness, asks out on a Friday night.

As employers weigh the pros and cons of re-locating, Stanbridge asks out loud if they really want to ship out to Stuttgart.

Whether that's a reference to the festival or to management is unclear but either way they play one, "What's the first chord?" Doherty asks out loud before they start.

As for Andrew, he has other people in his life: his dad (Paul Reiser and Nicole Melissa Benoistst), a girl at a neighbouring college that he asks out on a tentative date.

The Mariners will let Piniella out of his contract if he asks out, but they will want compensation, probably in the form of players, said a second person close to the Mariners.

Show more...

Similar(41)

"We will?" he asked out loud.

"I wonder?" Mrs. Palmer asked out loud.

Putting off asking out that cute girl?

Ask out a girl/guy you really like.

You can either stay single, or ask out another guy!

Show more...

Ludwig, your English writing platform

Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.

Student

Used by millions of students, scientific researchers, professional translators and editors from all over the world!

MitStanfordHarvardAustralian Nationa UniversityNanyangOxford

Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak quote

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak

CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com

Get started for free

Unlock your writing potential with Ludwig

Letters

Most frequent sentences: