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as in questions
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 demands
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
reliable babysitters are much in request, especially on weekends
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as in orders
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 seeks
to make a request for
request extra ketchup for my fries
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as in asks
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 requests
Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
The tiniest requests were dispensed with the utmost care; rooms were primped and fluffed three times a day; special requests for excursions efficiently booked; and dietary preferences noted and recalled with precision.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
To be more sensitive to modern audiences, O’Brien said that Howl’s revival would take fewer song requests while softening the onstage comedy bits, adding that its modern music and food menu of wings and flatbreads would also drive the bar’s success.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Valdes did not respond to multiple requests for comment.
—Claire Heddles, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Donor requests for internships for their family members also led to overcrowding in the office and logistical headaches for schedulers, one former staffer said.
—Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
The Senate eventually issued the passes, but the House took over the process and denied the pass requests.
—ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Kayumi's attorney also did not respond to CBS News' requests for comment.
—Anna Schecter, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Google and xAI didn’t reply to requests for comment.
—Kevin Collier, NBC news, 3 Mar. 2026
Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
Someone who requests and receives a mail ballot is not required to use it.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Oakwood's resolution also requests documentation from DHS and the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as urging Hall County officials and those of nearby cities to adopt similar resolutions.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
If a woman rider requests a woman driver and the driver doesn't match the information in the app, riders can report the issue to Uber so the company can investigate and take action, Uber added.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Typically, the Department of Justice releases annual statistics on FOIA requests every March.
—David Cuillier, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
As the administration requests a vast disclosure effort, the system risks becoming massively backlogged.
—Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
The suit, filed in Jackson County Circuit Court last week, requests a jury trial.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
The caller requests payment by gift card, wire transfer or over the phone with a debit or credit card.
—Maria Salette Ontiveros, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
Representatives for Ogles did not respond to requests for comment Monday.
—Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
The tiniest requests were dispensed with the utmost care; rooms were primped and fluffed three times a day; special requests for excursions efficiently booked; and dietary preferences noted and recalled with precision.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2026
To be more sensitive to modern audiences, O’Brien said that Howl’s revival would take fewer song requests while softening the onstage comedy bits, adding that its modern music and food menu of wings and flatbreads would also drive the bar’s success.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Valdes did not respond to multiple requests for comment.
—Claire Heddles, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Donor requests for internships for their family members also led to overcrowding in the office and logistical headaches for schedulers, one former staffer said.
—Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
The Senate eventually issued the passes, but the House took over the process and denied the pass requests.
—ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Kayumi's attorney also did not respond to CBS News' requests for comment.
—Anna Schecter, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Google and xAI didn’t reply to requests for comment.
—Kevin Collier, NBC news, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
The City of Blue Island requests that anyone with information about Dan’s disappearance contact the Blue Island Police Department at 708-385-1313.
—Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
Someone who requests and receives a mail ballot is not required to use it.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Oakwood's resolution also requests documentation from DHS and the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as urging Hall County officials and those of nearby cities to adopt similar resolutions.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
If a woman rider requests a woman driver and the driver doesn't match the information in the app, riders can report the issue to Uber so the company can investigate and take action, Uber added.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Typically, the Department of Justice releases annual statistics on FOIA requests every March.
—David Cuillier, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
As the administration requests a vast disclosure effort, the system risks becoming massively backlogged.
—Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
The suit, filed in Jackson County Circuit Court last week, requests a jury trial.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
The caller requests payment by gift card, wire transfer or over the phone with a debit or credit card.
—Maria Salette Ontiveros, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requests
Noun
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Advice columnist Carolyn Hax takes your comments and questions most Fridays about life, family, relationships and more.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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With two and a half weeks remaining before the Twins begin their season in Baltimore, there are still plenty of roster questions to be sorted out, particularly in the outfield.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Chinese Communist Party is unequivocal in its demands to bring Taiwan back under mainland control.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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Republicans made clear that some of the Democratic demands were nonstarters.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The agreement approved by the City Commission on Tuesday prohibits immigrant detainees from being released into Leavenworth unless they were arrested there or if a court specifically orders it.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
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Four-up works to Weis’s strengths When the wind drops, the race management orders the crews to reduce from their standard six on board in order to take weight out of the boat.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Antitrust law seeks to prevent monopolies and monopsonies and to stop competitors from joining hands to rig a market.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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The legislation seeks to streamline development processes throughout Florida by including a number of new requirements in local governments’ comprehensive development plans.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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Dixie asks Buck, having previously ogled the shirtless firefighter during the Firefighter Games.—
Patrick Gomez,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Mar. 2026
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In a video, Obama asks Virginians to support the voter referendum on the redrawn maps.—
MEG KINNARD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Over the last eight months, dozens of landlords and real estate agents have responded to Watson’s inquiries — and dozens have been sued for at least $100,000.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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These offices can help with tax forms, account inquiries, basic tax law assistance and more.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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With more supply in the global markets, prices are likely to trend lower.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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New York, California and Tennessee are some of biggest markets for live music in world, and that could change the calculus here enormously.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Your heart desires the familiar as Venus enters Pisces.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Trump’s National Security Strategy focuses intensely on the Western Hemisphere, at the expense of Asia, and the administration ardently desires a trade deal and strategic coordination with Beijing.—
Robert Kagan,
The Atlantic,
18 Jan. 2026
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“Requests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requests. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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