as in to seek
to make a request for
after another devastating attack, the nation sued for peace
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As was the case with the white-and-green dress for her Pakistan tour, Elizabeth, in her fashion choices, sought not only to avoid giving offense but to offer symbolic ingratiation, and among the most fascinating garments on display are those representing diplomatic dressing.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026 -
The offering from New Zealand's national carrier is the latest from airlines seeking to sell seat upgrades and other add-ons to economy travelers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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However, four commissioners requested a review of the decision, and the measure ultimately passed the commission unanimously.—
Ted Scouten,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Two months later the girl requested my daughter pay for half of the Airbnb which was $1,200!—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Sue (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sue%20%28for%29. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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