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Ask for it

verb, slang

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Verb
  1. 1
    To provoke an unwanted action; to invite a problem or fail to prevent one. idiomatic, informal

    "Leaving your wallet visible on the car seat is just asking for it."

  2. 2
    persist with actions or an attitude despite the probability that it will cause trouble wordnet
  3. 3
    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see ask for, it.

    "If you'd like a fresh towel at any point during your stay, just ask for it."

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