Do you have any objections to...

Meaning

A direct but polite way of asking for permission, focusing on potential opposition.

Examples

• John: 'Do you have any objections to me using your equipment?'<br>
• Alice: 'No, go right ahead.'
• John: 'Let me consider it carefully before I answer.'
• Alice: 'Do you have any objections to my proposal?'<br>