Ask out

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verb

To invite someone to an event or date as a romantic interest.

He was nervous to ask her out because he feared she would say no.
Visual representation of "ask out" - To invite someone to an event or date as a romantic interest

Often appears as...

  • ask out on a date
  • nervous to ask out

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Colloquial

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Romantic Intent

Used when someone wants to start a romantic relationship.

Illustration for Romantic Intent
Tom asked Julie out to see if there was a romantic spark.
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Potential Rejection

It carries a risk of 'no' as an answer when asking for a date.

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Sam hesitated to ask Alex out, fearing rejection.
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Casual Suggestion

It can be used casually without too much pressure.

Illustration for Casual Suggestion
Do you think I should just ask her out for coffee?
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