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requesting

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ɹiˈkwɛstɪŋ// UK //ɹɪkwˈɛstɪŋ// re·quest·ing

v. to ask for something in a polite or formal way. You use this when you want someone to give you something or do something for you.

v. to express a desire for something; to ask for something formally or politely. Transitive — requires a direct object or a clausal complement.


SIMPLE

She is requesting more information about the job.

CONTEXTUAL

The client is requesting a meeting to discuss the new contract terms before the end of the week.

COMPLEX

By requesting an extension on the deadline, the team hoped to ensure that every technical detail was thoroughly vetted before the final presentation to the board.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object. It is often followed by a noun phrase or a 'that' clause.

Pitfall

requesting for a refundrequesting a refundThe verb 'request' is transitive and takes a direct object; it does not require the preposition 'for' like the verb 'ask' does.

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