Be (one's) for the asking In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be (one's) for the asking", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Caroline Tran calendar 2021-03-30 08:03

Meaning of Be (one's) for the asking

Synonyms:

be one's for nothing , free of charge

Be (one's) for the asking phrase

Be achieved, conquered and obtained easily by someone

Whenever Jennie wants anything, it's hers for the asking.

If you want to borrow the book, it's yours for the asking.

Other phrases about:

in season

1. Used to describe the point in the year when fruits and vegetables are available in large amounts.

2. In an animal's breeding period

3. Used to describe the period in the year that it is legal to hunt or catch the animal being discussed.

in service

To be operable or functional.

hit the streetshit the shops/stores

To appear or to become available for purchase.

free up

1. To make someone or something become available

2. To become available

be up for grabs

To be readily available.

Grammar and Usage of Be (one's) for the asking

Verb Forms

The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Be (one's) for the asking

The expression "for the asking" derives from the early 1800s.

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