Petitioned Meaning in English
word · lemma: petition
释义
Asked for something, especially a change or help, by making a formal written request, often signed by many people.
用法与细微差别
'Petitioned' is formal and means to make a formal written request, often regarding law, policy, or authority. Common collocations: 'petitioned the court', 'petitioned the government'. Not the same as simply asking; it's official and usually involves multiple people or a legal process.
例句
They petitioned the city to build a new park.
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She petitioned the court for custody of her child.
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We petitioned for longer library hours.
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The students petitioned the administration after the tuition increase.
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Several employees petitioned for better working conditions last year.
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He petitioned his landlord to fix the heating, but nothing changed.
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