Collocation
make a request
to ask formally for something, especially through an official process
Definition
'make a request' is a common English collocation. to ask formally for something, especially through an official process
make + a request (+ for + something / to + do something)
“If you need a different schedule, you can make a request to switch shifts.”
Examples
- You can make a request for a window seat when you book the flight.
- She made a request to work from home on Fridays.
- Please make a request through the official portal, not by email.
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- He made a request for additional time to complete the assignment.
- Before you make a request, check the policy to see what is allowed.
- Guests may make a request for extra towels at the front desk.
- The lawyer made a request that the evidence be excluded from the record.
- If you want a refund, you must make a request within 30 days of purchase.
- During the meeting, several team members made requests for clearer priorities.
More verb + nouns
- make progress to improve or move forward toward a goal over time
- start work to begin working, especially at a job or on a task
- make money to earn money; to generate a profit or income
- do business to conduct commercial activity; to buy, sell, or work with another company professionally
- do exercise to do physical activity to improve health or fitness