on request

Idioms

When asked for, as in The agreement states that the rights on this book revert to the author on request. [c. 1800] Also see by request.

Example Sentences

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In his statement, he explained the work that he had done, on request by the paper, to acquire "detailed information" including phone records and contact between celebrity couples.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Tickets purchased for opening day will be honored Dec. 28, with full refunds available on request.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2025

I’d be happy to supply them on request, but with any luck, someone on Harris’ staff already has them.

From Salon • Oct. 26, 2024

The agency also didn’t publish the full “transition services agreement,” mentioned in the single-page board motion approving her severance, or provide the agreement on request.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2023

I visited her on request of Mr. Packard, to determine if she was insane.

From Marital Power Exemplified in Mrs. Packard's Trial, and Self-Defence from the Charge of Insanity by Packard, Elizabeth Parsons Ware

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