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petition

Pronunciation: [pəˈtɪʃ.ən]

Word

Learn how to use petition in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “request”

(noun) a formal written request asking someone in authority to do something. Imagine you and your friends want to ask the school to have longer recess. You would write a petition to the principal.

Example

The students created a petition to extend lunch breaks, and many signed it.

Example

The petition to change the school rules did not receive enough signatures to be considered.

Example

Did you see the petition for more playground equipment?

Context: “request”

(verb) to formally ask someone in authority to do something. It’s like when you want your teacher to give you a break, so you ask them nicely and officially.

Example

They decided to petition the city council for better park facilities.

Example

He regretted that he did not petition for the scholarship before the deadline.

Example

Are you going to petition the school board for more sports programs?

How to pronounce petition

Pronunciation: [pəˈtɪʃ.ən]

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