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Recent Examples of Synonyms for petitions (for)
requires
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That requires short, sharp passing and strength in tight spaces.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026 -
Although the primary job of Bureau of Reclamation is to operate dams to supply water and power, the Grand Canyon Protection Act requires it to balance those needs with environmental protection.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Petitions (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/petitions%20%28for%29. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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