1
as in ordered
to give a request or demand for
a notice requesting that I report for jury duty on Monday morning
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2
as in sought
to make a request for
request extra ketchup for my fries
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as in asked
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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as in solicited
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Recent Examples of requested
Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Asked Friday if city and state officials had requested a National Guard deployment -- or had formally signed off on it -- the White House didn't respond.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Sep. 2025
Miramontes requested the interview through his attorney, with an agreement from the District Attorney’s Office.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
As a result, Baldoni's lawyers — who are also representing the filmmaker's company Wayfarer Studios, which is also listed as a defendant in the case — requested that the discovery period be extended to the end of October.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2025
The letter requested an extension of the discovery deadline to accommodate Swift’s schedule.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
The band has requested that a judge ensure that all marketing materials associated with the allegedly infringing products be recalled and removed.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Utah Governor Spencer Cox requested the public to come forward with any information that might help identify the suspect.
—Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
On the same day, Lively’s attorneys filed a letter directed at Wayfarer Studios, after the company requested an extension of the discovery schedule to depose Swift.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Reeling from the unprecedented incident, the UAE requested Stingers from Washington.
—Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Asked Friday if city and state officials had requested a National Guard deployment -- or had formally signed off on it -- the White House didn't respond.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Sep. 2025
Miramontes requested the interview through his attorney, with an agreement from the District Attorney’s Office.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
As a result, Baldoni's lawyers — who are also representing the filmmaker's company Wayfarer Studios, which is also listed as a defendant in the case — requested that the discovery period be extended to the end of October.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2025
The letter requested an extension of the discovery deadline to accommodate Swift’s schedule.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
The band has requested that a judge ensure that all marketing materials associated with the allegedly infringing products be recalled and removed.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Utah Governor Spencer Cox requested the public to come forward with any information that might help identify the suspect.
—Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
On the same day, Lively’s attorneys filed a letter directed at Wayfarer Studios, after the company requested an extension of the discovery schedule to depose Swift.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requested
Verb
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The president has ordered flags lowered to half-staff until Sunday night to honor Kirk.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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The flag has been ordered to half-staff following major tragedies, such as the September 11 Attacks and the 2012 Newtown school shooting.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Those requests often sought troops under Title 32 because federal money, not state funds, would pay for the troops and equipment needed.—
Alex Horton,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Trump isn’t the first president who’s sought to bolster technical education and fill gaps in the labor force.—
Liam Knox,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The agency released four photos and asked the public to report tips on the FBI website.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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He was asked if his injury has been limiting him.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Before the incident, Erin allegedly invited her ex-husband, Simon Patterson, his parents, Don Patterson and Gail Patterson, and his aunt and uncle, Heather Wilkinson and Ian Wilkinson, to her home in Leongatha, Australia, to discuss a medical issue.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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He was invited to Sandy Springs on a press trip and stayed at the Hyatt House Atlanta / Perimeter Center, which USA TODAY toured separately.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Reduces the Risk of Congenital Disabilities Drinking orange juice provides pregnant people with the needed folate that can reduce the risk of congenital disabilities.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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After all, Harvard, Yale and other endowments are now struggling to sell a portion of their private equity and alternatives investments at discounts to raise needed cash.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Hurdles have included problems obtaining required permits from the city council, complaints from residents about noise and light pollution, reports of workers’ rights not being respected by local authorities, and suppliers going bankrupt.—
Pol Ballus,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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Beyond reading the college’s brochures and website, Selingo encourages prospective students to ask current students how helpful the career offices are, what their advisors are like and how accessible required courses are.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Is Executive Order 14224 even necessary?—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The partial closure order was coordinated with the Fresno County Sheriff's Office, along with multiple local, state, and federal agency cooperators, to identify the minimum area necessary for the safety of firefighting resources and forest visitors.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Requested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requested. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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