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What are some synonyms for the word asked?

Here are some synonyms for the word "asked," depending on the context and desired nuance:

General Synonyms:

* Inquired

* Queried

* Interrogated

* Questioned

* Demanded

* Requested

* Enquired

* Posed

Formal Synonyms:

* Interrogated

* Solicited

* Investigated

* Examined

Informal Synonyms:

* Wanted to know

* Wondered

* Checked

* Pressed (for information)

* Quizzed

Synonyms with specific connotations:

* Begged (implies desperation or humility)

* Pleaded (implies a strong request)

* Demanded (implies authority or a strong expectation of compliance)

* Suggested (implies a gentle or tentative request)

* Proposed (implies a formal or serious request)

To choose the best synonym, consider:

* The tone and formality of your writing:

* The relationship between the speaker and listener:

* The specific meaning you want to convey:

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