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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
Max Zahn, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2026
While the agency did agree to hold an public informational hearing, DEEP rejected the request for a more robust adjudicatory hearing, citing issues with the town and Save the Sound’s applications.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2026
Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, an arrest warrant was requested and granted for Stella.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 10 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for request
Noun
The White House did not immediately respond to ABC News' request for comment.
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According to the reports, ICE sometimes responded by arresting the individual at the scene; at other times, the federal agency requested only an individual’s contact information.
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After that day, when I was given the book which promised to answer all of my bloody questions—my long-suffering American Girl doll went into the closet.—
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Yes, potential excuses exist, such as the Tigers’ switch to Daniels, a senior Stanford transfer whose tremendous performance (353 yards passing and two touchdowns, 89 yards rushing and two touchdowns) demands the question of why Freeze didn’t turn the offense over to him weeks ago.—
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The executive order, issued in March, included new requirements that people provide documentary proof of citizenship when registering to vote and a demand that all mail ballots be received by Election Day.—
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The show is available live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium subscribers.—
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Free for all East Side San Jose residents, folks can sign up for pick up or order home delivery, as the foundation partners with DoorDash.—
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Trump, by contrast, ordered the capture of a leader already under narcoterrorism indictment and framed it as a drug bust and accountability for crimes, yet his opponents denounce him as aspiring to kingship and dictatorship.—
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The Henderson County Sheriff's Office remains committed to seeking justice for victims and their families—no matter how much time has passed.—
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One of the state's most experienced former lawmakers seeks to return to the Arkansas House, but faces opposition from a first-time candidate unimpressed by the record the veteran left behind.—
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Join our live chats or ask a question in advance.—
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Police added that Lattimore was arrested for not telling the officer there was a gun inside the vehicle when asked.—
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The commission primarily opens inquiries in response to tips – and bigger investigations can often take years to complete.—
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Gemini will assess people’s purchasing intent — for example an inquiry about removing a wine stain out of a rug could lead to links for related products sold at Walmart.—
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While challenges remain for buyers and sellers, housing experts say the market is beginning to stabilize.—
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From Kendrick Lamar’s bootcut jeans to Alexander Skarsgård’s kinky Pillion press tour looks, last year laid the groundwork for experimentation in a market that’s famously slower and less trend driven than women’s fashion.—
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The warmth of these paint colors counteracts the cool light in north-facing rooms, adds depth and character, and makes the otherwise cool spaces feel inviting.—
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This country ranch at 84 Hop Brook Road in Simsbury, which offers one-floor living, also has undeniable curb appeal thanks to its inviting front porch, attractive stone retaining wall, and the large level lot that is nearly an acre in size.—
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“Request.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/request. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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