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request
noun
verb
A formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
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ɹɪˈkwɛst
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noun
A formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
noun
The verbal act of requesting
verb
Express the need or desire for
“She requested an extra bed in her room”
verb
Ask (a person) to do something
“I requested that she type the entire manuscript”
verb
Inquire for (information)
“I requested information from the secretary”
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Example Sentences
She requested an extra bed in her room
She called for room service
When you call, always ask for Mary
I requested that she type the entire manuscript
I requested information from the secretary
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