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as in question
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 demand
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
reliable babysitters are much in request, especially on weekends
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as in to order
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 to seek
to make a request for
request extra ketchup for my fries
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as in to ask
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 request
Michael Loria, USA Today, 5 June 2025
The band engaged in a monthslong dispute with Simon, who did not respond to multiple requests for comment from Rolling Stone.
—Tyler Hicks, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
Andy Rose, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Plan early by requesting vacation dates well ahead to balance workloads.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Noun
Rilling and other MacLaren representatives did not respond to requests for comment.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 5 June 2025
The band engaged in a monthslong dispute with Simon, who did not respond to multiple requests for comment from Rolling Stone.
—Tyler Hicks, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
Verb
The motion requests the judge to restrain all members of Trump’s administration from enforcing the order.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Plan early by requesting vacation dates well ahead to balance workloads.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for request
Noun
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Kehoe, in response to a question from The Star on Tuesday, defended his decision to push the plan at the 11th-hour.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2025
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Patti LuPone had a shady reaction to questions about Audra McDonald in a new interview.—
Joey Nolfi Published,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Figuring out the right price for goods has long been a moving target, that used to come down to best guesses and luck trying to perfectly match supply with demand.—
Kathleen Walch,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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In 2023, research published by the Danish Center for Social Science Research found increasing good health and educational resources for 60- to 70-year-olds, along with higher demand for older workers, could point to retirement age increases in the future.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
Verb
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As part of his administration’s campaign against DEI programs, Trump has also ordered federal agencies, including FERC, to stop considering environmental justice in decision-making.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
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Showtime has ordered an eighth season of its drama The Chi, putting the show into rare company at the outlet.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
29 May 2025
Verb
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During their meeting, Graham offered prayers for Zelenskyy, Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump, seeking divine guidance for a path to peace in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
29 May 2025
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The Chinese government is reportedly seeking to tighten its control over Tibet by targeting its youngest residents.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Madrid sources, who asked to remain anonymous to protect relationships, believed his last months at PSG and somewhat difficult exit impacted his start at Madrid.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The first document Walker Wright asks Presley to sign is an acknowledgement that Walker Wright is representing Presley personally while also acting as the lawyer who drafted the contracts between Kruse, Presley, and a third partner, business adviser Kevin Fialko.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2025
Noun
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We’re taught to prioritize action over inquiry, compliance over curiosity.—
Hunter McMahon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Aside from the public inquiry, Crotzer says the film is taking them through prop houses and guitar shops as well.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Just a couple of months ago, a similarly sized home down the street, also with both Intracoastal and ocean frontage, recently hit the market for $87 million.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
1 June 2025
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By producing an affordable pair of multi-driver IEMs, without compromising on sound and build quality, Noble Audio hopes to bag a slice of this growing market.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
Verb
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Guests are invited to relax on Olive Hill, as well as the west lawn of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House — the only existing UNESCO World Heritage site in the city of Los Angeles.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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Attendees are invited to bring their own blankets, chairs, food and beverages.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2025
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“Request.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/request. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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