request
noun
the act of asking for something to be given or done, especially as a favor or courtesy; solicitation or petition.
are requesting
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present progressiveof request.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“Now, more and more overseas patients are requesting consultations with us.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
In addition, premiums could rise by a median of 15% in 2026 — and some experts estimate increases of 20% or more — because many ACA insurers are requesting premium hikes.
From MarketWatch ● May 30, 2026
It’s unclear what sentence Iwamasa’s attorneys are requesting.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
Around 1,500 Americans across the Middle East are requesting evacuation assistance from the Department of State, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
From Salon ● Mar. 4, 2026
“Your Honor, we are a little short of the thousand dollars and are requesting an extension to raise the remaining funds.”
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
