noun
a formal or polite way of asking for something
verb
to ask for something in a formal or polite way
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I hereby submit a formal request for additional information regarding the project.
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Can you do me a favor and put in a request for more snacks in the break room?
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I'm gonna shoot over a request for some time off next week.
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Her eyes silently conveyed the request for help as she struggled with the heavy boxes.