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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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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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Recent Examples of requested
Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
Jorge Carrasco, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Both their maternal grandparents, Fátima Valencia and Narciso Mucutuy, and Ranoque, Tien and Cristin's father, have requested to have legal custody.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
This marks a notable increase from fiscal 2026, when only 29 Group 2 drones were requested.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
These knives are often made to specifications requested by the importer and sold under an in-house name exclusive to that knife store.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
The sources requested anonymity because they weren’t authorized to speak about the discussions.
—Leslie Josephs,azhar Sukri, CNBC, 1 May 2026
Over those 14-plus months, Foxx’s office requested detention in 7,575 cases, according to data from the state’s attorney’s office.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
There was no recorded vote requested.
—Lauren Peller, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Investigators said the assault happened after a woman and her boyfriend requested an Uber to pick them up at a bar in the Denver area and take them to a home in Arvada.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Morally Gray marks the first release under Quinn Features, Quinn’s new banner for elevated, premium audio romances narrated by highly requested rising talent.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
Noticias Telemundo requested comment on the case by phone and email from the Cuban government through its International Press Center, but did not receive a response.
—Jorge Carrasco, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Both their maternal grandparents, Fátima Valencia and Narciso Mucutuy, and Ranoque, Tien and Cristin's father, have requested to have legal custody.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
This marks a notable increase from fiscal 2026, when only 29 Group 2 drones were requested.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
These knives are often made to specifications requested by the importer and sold under an in-house name exclusive to that knife store.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
The sources requested anonymity because they weren’t authorized to speak about the discussions.
—Leslie Josephs,azhar Sukri, CNBC, 1 May 2026
Over those 14-plus months, Foxx’s office requested detention in 7,575 cases, according to data from the state’s attorney’s office.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
There was no recorded vote requested.
—Lauren Peller, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Investigators said the assault happened after a woman and her boyfriend requested an Uber to pick them up at a bar in the Denver area and take them to a home in Arvada.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requested
Verb
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An investigator from the NTSB will be at Newark airport on Monday and United has been ordered to secure the cockpit voice recorder, as well as the flight data recorder for the investigation.—
Clara McMichael,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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Gabehart’s actions likely qualified as misappropriation of trade secrets, according to Rodriguez, who ordered Gabehart to stop using JGR confidential information or trade secrets and to return materials in his possession.—
Chase Jordan
May 4,
Charlotte Observer,
4 May 2026
Verb
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In a recent blog post (and associated YouTube Short), Google sought to clarify that your emails are not being piped directly into Gemini.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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Hegseth seemed to emerge with solid Republican support, though a few GOP senators asked about the dismissal of a top Army general and sought assurances that the Pentagon is doing everything possible to prevent civilian deaths.—
Ben Finley,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Chesney asked, posing as a reporter during Moore’s interview.—
Sean Campbell,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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The bill — after a late amendment — would’ve asked voters to decide whether Colorado law enforcement should be able to access individuals’ data from third-party brokers without a warrant.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Funds from discontinued projects would provide needed infrastructure.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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Lamont said the bill is a needed update to gun safety laws.—
Sasha Allen,
Hartford Courant,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Amazon owner Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez Bezos have reportedly invited guests to a Saturday night party preceding Monday’s Met Gala, which the couple is co-chairing.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in the Beginners, Intermediate and Advance placements.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Jackeline Madrid suffered a fracture and required stitches.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Bark’s new Companion Concierge will help arrange international paperwork and required vaccinations.—
Beth Landman,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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These measures are primary requirements to obtain certification from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, a federal agency of the Department of Labor that ensures the education and training necessary to guarantee safety in workplaces.—
Sarah Moreno
May 1,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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“Requested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requested. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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