| 单词 | request |
| 释义 | request —request /rɪˈkwest/ noun B1 [C or U] the act of politely or officially asking for something: » They received hundreds of requests for more information.» [+ to infinitive] The boss refused our request to leave work early.» The clause was added to the contract at Carlos's request (= because Carlos asked for this).» An application form will be sent to you on request (= if you ask).→ COMPARE ORDER(Cf. ↑order) noun (INSTRUCTION)Thesaurus+: ↑Making appeals and requestsF0 [C] a song or something similar that someone has asked to be included in a show or on the radio: » The next song is a request from/for Roz in Oxford.Thesaurus+: ↑Programmes and other broadcasts• • • Extra Examples:» Her request for time off work was denied.» He graciously acceded to our request.» My request for help was met with silence.» We have been inundated with requests for help.» The management has adopted a more pliant position, and has agreed to listen to the staff's requests.verb [T] FORMAL ↑Verb Endings for request ► B1 to ask for something politely or officially: » [+ that] We requested that the next meeting be held on a Friday.» [+ obj + to infinitive ] Visitors are requested not to walk on the grass.» I requested a taxi for eight o'clock.Thesaurus+: ↑Making appeals and requests• • • Extra Examples:» Additionally , we request a deposit of $200 in advance.» Passengers are requested to check in two hours before the flight.» Hotel guests are requested to vacate their rooms by twelve noon.» One regular customer always requests a plate of chips with his sandwich.» The couple have requested a special dispensation from the Church to allow them to marry. |
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