Example sentences of "asks for an [noun] " in BNC.

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1 The idea is simple : the customer asks for an item — and the operator then repeats the request which is then automatically registered .
2 On the other hand , if the buyer asks for an article by its trade or brand name and does so in such a way as to exclude any discussion of its suitability , then he is not relying on the seller 's skill or judgment , Baldry v. Marshall ( 1924 C.A. ) .
3 Erm asks for an indication of whether you are likely to be taking up teaching service after retirement .
4 In fact , you should n't in this instance , because the case itself asks for an answer divided into two main sections .
5 Once again , you have a case which asks for an answer divided into two main sections , which means that you ca n't use the classic problem-solving structure .
6 Thus , when a doctor asks for an X-ray or path lab test , or prescribes drugs , or decides that a patient should remain in hospital for a further two days , he is making a financial as well as a clinical decision .
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