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as in question
an act or instance of asking for information
the medical columnist is unable to answer individual requests for specific information on various disorders
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as in demand
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
reliable babysitters are much in request, especially on weekends
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as in to order
to give a request or demand for
a notice requesting that I report for jury duty on Monday morning
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as in to seek
to make a request for
request extra ketchup for my fries
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as in to ask
to make a request of
a letter from the First Lady graciously requesting the chorus to perform at the White House
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Recent Examples of request
Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 28 June 2025
The Courant’s Ed Mahony was able through a records request under the Freedom of Information Act to obtain copies of the text messages between Steinberg and Gillett.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2025
Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
According to a city staff report, the rate increase that EDCO requested is based on a 3.12% consumer price index increase from 2023 to 2024, and a 3.42% tipping fee increase from $55.69 to $57.59 per ton.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
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Noun
None of the researchers responded to requests for comment.
—Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 28 June 2025
The Courant’s Ed Mahony was able through a records request under the Freedom of Information Act to obtain copies of the text messages between Steinberg and Gillett.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2025
Verb
The Justice Department also urged the Court to take up the matter and requested the appointment of an outside party to defend the lower court's ruling, given that the department no longer supports it.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
According to a city staff report, the rate increase that EDCO requested is based on a 3.12% consumer price index increase from 2023 to 2024, and a 3.42% tipping fee increase from $55.69 to $57.59 per ton.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for request
Noun
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Mike Brown has become a legitimate candidate for the job and has had a second interview with the team, but there are still a lot of questions left to be answered.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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Kodak Black and Dreezy shared a candid moment where an innocent question resulted in an awkward interaction.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
1 July 2025
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In reality, however, no amount of market interventions or trade deals can prepare the American workforce for the demands of 21st-century manufacturing.—
Kristen Waggoner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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During these days, because of its strategic location across from the bar, Christopher Park served as a gathering place, refuge, and platform for the community to voice its demand for LGBT civil rights.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Saturday’s strikes raised immediate questions about the extent of the U.S. involvement in the Middle East and about Trump’s authority to order the bombings without congressional approval.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
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Mahmoud Khalil greeted friends and spoke briefly to reporters Saturday at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey a day after a judge ordered his release from a federal immigration facility in Louisiana.—
Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2025
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Finally, the city has been seeking more revenue by renegotiating leases on public property and facilities that Gloria said had provided an inadequate return.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 June 2025
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
22 June 2025
Verb
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Hostin asked on Friday's show, after co-host Joy Behar prompted her to tell their co-hosts that day, including Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro, what had happened.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
21 June 2025
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This jazzy riff on humanity and the hereafter brings a cartoon New York City to vibrant, diverse life with Pixar's first Black lead character, a band teacher (played by Jamie Foxx) who meets a jaded soul (Tina Fey), and asks big questions about the meaning of life.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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The New York Times, which first broke the news of Ryan's resignation, reported on Thursday that the Justice Department was pressuring Ryan to step down in order to resolve a civil rights inquiry into the university.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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Sustainable Beef didn't immediately reply to an inquiry for more information about the company.—
Serenah McKay,
Arkansas Online,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Outlook for the region In emerging markets such as those in Southeast Asia where labor costs are low, companies may feel less motivated to boost efficiency through adoption of technology.—
Bernice Ooi,
CNBC,
26 June 2025
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But the Cubs, according to sources briefed on their plans, already are canvassing the market, making inquiries on Miami Marlins right-handers Sandy Alcantara and Edward Cabrera, among many others.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
Verb
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Now he is invited back to the Panthers’ rink for years to come.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
30 June 2025
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At present, only those explicitly invited, many of whom are a select group of superfans with large followings in the Tesla community, may hail one of his robotaxis.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
30 June 2025
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“Request.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/request. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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