ask for it

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ask for it (third-person singular simple present asks for it, present participle asking for it, simple past and past participle asked for it)

  1. (idiomatic, informal) To provoke an unwanted action; to invite a problem or fail to prevent one.
    Synonyms: ask for trouble, look for trouble
    Leaving your wallet visible on the car seat is just asking for it.
  2. 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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