to call to (a person) for an answer to or about (something)
question
Cases of word usage
1) to ask formally in writing (apply)
2) (of a person) easy to discuss a problem with, ask for help etc (approachable)
3) to ask (a person) with sincere and strong feeling (beg)
4) to ask (a person) earnestly or urgently (beseech)
5) to ask God's favour for (a person) (bless)
6) to go from person to person and ask for votes, orders for goods, subscriptions etc or to learn about people's opinions (canvass)
7) to ask for (something) as if ordering or as if one has a right to (demand)
8) to ask (a person) earnestly (entreat)
9) to ask a person to do something kind for one's benefit (favour)
10) to ask a person earnestly (for or to do something) (implore)