What is "asked for it"

Usage examples of "asked for it".

In fact, I decided, it would be altogether much better if it was Humber's head traveling lad who offered me work, and not I who asked for it.

He had made a note of her car number and asked for it to be traced as soon as he got back to the station, but since vehicle licensing had been computerized, this process could now take several hours.

When he needed help, he asked for it directly, in as few words as possible.

In fact, I decided, it would be altogether much better if it were Humber's head travelling-lad who offered me work, and not I who asked for it.

I could have popped it in the mail and saved you a trip if Selma'd asked for it sooner.

So many times I had observed her busied so, ready to hand her this or that ingredient as she asked for it.