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May I request a copy of the worksheet?
What does Request mean?
Request means ask for something.
Dictionary definition
To ask for something politely or formally.
Example sentences
Request in a sentence
medium
The form lets families request more information.
hard
A polite request explains what is needed and why.
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Practice 1
What does request mean?
Request means ask for something.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to request?
Ask is close to request in this main meaning.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: May I ____ a copy of the worksheet?
Request best completes the sentence.
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Request
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ri · kwest · strongest beat: kwest
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WordRequest.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningRequest means ask for something.
ExampleExample: May I request a copy of the worksheet?
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ri · kwest
- Strongest beat
- kwest
- Ending
- kwest
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kwest.
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Synonyms
Words like Request
Antonyms
Opposite words
demandUse as a meaningful contrast in this word's main sense.
refusalUse as a meaningful contrast in this word's main sense.
Synonym practice
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Word family
Request word family
Base word
request
verb
requests
Present-tense form of request.
verb
requested
Past-tense form of request.
verb
requesting
-ing form of request.
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Hint for students
Request means ask for something.
Common mix-up
Request is not the same as demand. Request means request means ask for something.
Try it in class or at home
Read this model sentence: The form lets families request more information. Clue words: form, lets, families. Underline clue words that show why request fits instead of demand. Now write one new sentence that shows request without using the word request. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show request?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The form lets families request more information." Why does request fit better than demand?
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