petitioned (for)

Definition of petitioned (for)next
past tense of petition (for)

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  • Harrison remains free on bail and is required to undergo electronic monitoring and attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, according to the District Attorney’s Office.
    City News Service, Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Wooden’s home is now decorated with a pyramid of poop, and one wonders how many humiliations will be required to convince administrators to clean things up.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
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“Petitioned (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/petitioned%20%28for%29. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.

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