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Definitions from the WebTerm: PetitionDescription:A petition is a formal written appeal or request, typically signed by a large number of people, which is submitted to an authority or organization to bring about a change or address a particular issue. Senses:Noun - Legal DocumentA petition can refer to a legal document that is filed in a court of law to initiate a legal process, such as a lawsuit or a request for a writ. Example sentence: The plaintiff submitted a petition to the court seeking compensation for damages. Noun - Appeal for ActionA petition can also describe a written appeal or request, often in the form of a list of signatures, urging a person or organization to take action or address a specific concern or grievance. Example sentence: The residents created a petition demanding better street lighting in their neighborhood. Verb - Request or AppealIn verb form, to petition means to formally request or appeal for something, often with the aim to influence a decision or change a situation. Example sentence: The students decided to petition the school administration to extend library hours during exams. Usage:1. Mary started a petition to ban single-use plastics in her community. 2. The senator received thousands of signatures on his petition for stricter gun control laws. 3. They petitioned the council to preserve the historic building from demolition. Related Products: | ||||
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