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request

noun A2
1

istek, talep B1

a polite or formal asking for something to be given or done

The student sent a request to the professor for an extension.

  • Customers can place a request for a new product on the website.
  • During the meeting, she raised a request for additional funding.
  • The court denied the request for a temporary restraining order.
  • After reviewing the data, the committee approved the request for increased research grants.
  • make a request · istekte bulunmak She made a request for a later deadline.
  • request for information · bilgi talebi The journalist submitted a request for information to the agency.
  • a request for sth The school received a request for more books.

sb: somebody · sth: something

2

başvuru, dilekçe B2

a formal written or spoken appeal for something, especially a document submitted to an authority

The university requires a written request for transcript release.

  • He prepared a request to change his visa status before the deadline.
  • The company's policy outlines how to make a request for equipment upgrades.
  • A request for reconsideration was lodged after the initial decision was announced.
  • International scholars often need a request letter to obtain research funding.
  • formal request · resmi başvuru The researcher filed a formal request for access to the archives.
  • request form · başvuru formu Please fill out the request form before submitting your application.
  • submit a request She will submit a request to the admissions office tomorrow.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: application

request

verb B1
1

istemek, talep etmek

to ask for something to be given or done, especially formally or politely

I will request a copy of the syllabus from the professor.

  • She politely requested a glass of water during the meeting.
  • The committee requested that all members submit their feedback online.
  • After reviewing the data, the researcher requested additional funding for the experiment.
  • Despite the tight deadline, the director requested an extension to ensure the project's quality.
  • request clarification · açıklama istemek The student sent an email to request clarification on the assignment.
  • request permission · izin istemek He had to request permission before leaving the campus.
  • request that … The manager requested that the report be finished by Friday.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: ask

simpler: ask

opposite: refuse

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