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The present tense form of 'request' is request or requests. Example: He requests assistance from his colleagues. (He requests assistance from his colleagues.)
Definition of “request”
- to politely or formally ask for something
- to express a desire or need for something
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Present Simple | request |
| Present Continuous | requesting |
| Present Perfect | requested |
Example
She requests feedback on her work.
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They request your presence at the meeting.
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I am requesting a copy of the report.
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They are requesting additional funding for the project.
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She has requested a change in her schedule.
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They have requested a quotation for the services.
request Subject-Verb Agreement
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Subject-verb agreement means that a subject and its verb match. They’re either both plural or both singular. A singular subject takes a singular verb. - Example: The cat is sleeping. A plural subject takes a plural verb. - Example: The cats are sleeping.
| Singular First Person (I) | request |
| Singular Second Person (You) | request |
| Singular Third Person (He/She/It) | requests |
| Plural (We/You/They) | request |
Example
I request your assistance.
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You request clarification.
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He requests a favor.
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She requests a meeting.
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It requests your attention.
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We request your cooperation.
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You request further information.
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They request your presence.
