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speak (for)

verb

Definition of speak (for)

as in to seek

to make a request for she has already spoken for the position, so it should go to her

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The families submitted a claim to Yolo County in December seeking $35 million in damages, which was denied.

— Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026
In the meantime, Paramount could seek to reopen settlement talks with the states.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 25 July 2026

Definition of seek

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Calls have been received requesting specific information as to the location of offices in specific buildings.

— David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
The Charlotte Observer has also requested comment from Anson County officials and the Anson County Sheriff’s Office.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2026

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