HITTING (UP) Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

hitting (up)

verb

present participle of hit (up)

as in asking

to make a request of she's always hitting me up for money

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After the shooting took place, the university issued a statement on X asking members of its campus community to stay away from the area.

— Samantha Cookinham, NBC news, 25 Oct. 2026
The neurologist emphasized that patients should feel comfortable asking questions and getting a second opinion.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of asking

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Fuel expenses are squeezing daily household budgets and tightening cash flow toward the end of the month, with reports indicating a growing number of French employees are requesting payroll advances to manage month end expenses.

— , CNBC, 19 Oct. 2026
After his arrest, Alfozan refused to speak to the FBI, requesting his attorney.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 19 Oct. 2026

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One bill sent to the governor lifts some restrictions for public university and college board members to join, inviting more qualified candidates.

— Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026
At night, the Sycamore trees glow with lantern light, inviting guests to indulge in late night cocktails and conversation.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

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