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Discover LudwigThe phrase "awkward to ask" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when expressing hesitation or discomfort about bringing up a particular question or topic.
Example: "I have something awkward to ask, but I hope you can help me with it."
Alternatives: "difficult to bring up" or "uncomfortable to inquire about".
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It can be socially awkward to ask acquaintances what delicious fragrance they have on.
"It's a little awkward to ask people to spit in public," Ms. DuRoss said.
It feels awkward to ask, but what was the gift Mr. Vickers hoped to give to an audience?
"I look fine to a lot of people if I'm not wearing my mask, and some people feel it's taboo and awkward to ask me questions.
But the harder question is more awkward to ask: What does it say about all of us, as Americans, that he has made it so far?
Murray radiates easygoing good nature, but even so I feel awkward to ask about the brother whose success has always overshadowed his career.
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But that also makes it hard for another awkward bunch to ask any embarrassing questions: disgruntled shareholders.
It's an awkward favor to ask of someone.
It is there to be awkward and to ask questions of those in power".
It would have been an awkward place to ask whether he waxed his chest.
As for cost, a $95,000 appropriation to organize the hall of fame was removed from the bill because, as Mr. Kyrillos put it, this is an awkward time to ask for money.
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