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petitioned
 

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Verb petition has 1 sense
  1. petition - write a petition for something to somebody; request formally and in writing
    --1 is one way to     request, bespeak, call for, quest
    Derived forms: noun petition1, noun petitioner2
    Sample sentence:
    They petition to move

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Definition of "petitioned"

Part of Speech: Verb

  1. Definition: To make a formal request or appeal to someone in authority, usually in writing.
  2. Sample Sentence: The citizens petitioned the mayor for better public transportation services.
  3. Related Products: Petition Forms Legal Petition Kit
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