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Meanings of ask nicely in English

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Usage of ask nicely in English
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If not, we really do try what Troblum suggested and ask nicely.
The evolutionary void
2
If she wants a Slideman she's going to have to ask nicely.
The Doors of His Face, The Lamps of His Mouth
3
I'm sure he'll be happy to help - especially if I ask nicely.'
The Secret Crown (2010)
4
There's a bit more to it than that, although you did ask nicely.
The mammoth book of the best of best new sf
5
I think there might be lemonade in the kitchen, if you ask nicely.
The red door
6
Yes, some chippers will sell you a bottle to go, if you ask nicely.
The Irish Times
7
If you ask nicely, your father should be able to help you reach the ship.
The Sea of Monsters
8
This would mean insisting that Syriza ask nicely for an extension of the bailout plan.
Reuters
9
Like I said, I had to ask nicely.
Woken furies
10
How do I ask nicely for some more?
Radio NZ
11
While many of them only serve locals, a few will let you in if you ask nicely.
The Guardian
12
Unless you're going to knock and ask nicely, there are basically two ways to execute the search warrant.
Moon Over Soho
13
They're beyond swamped, but if you ask nicely, I bet Lauren Parry will do it as a favor.
Naked Heat
14
Sometime, perhaps, if you ask nicely.
Pearl of Pearl Island
15
And, if you get there early and ask nicely, Vines will slip you a bag of bones from under the counter.
The Guardian
16
If you do want to take a punt at an upgrade, dress neatly, ask nicely and hope that the staff likes you.
The Irish Times
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