formal requests
noun phraseUK /ˈfɔː.məl rɪˈkwests/
US /ˈfɔːr.məl rɪˈkwests/
Polite and serious ways of asking for something.
The school sent formal requests to parents about the new rules.
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2. Written messages asking a company or office to do something in an official way.
We received formal requests for copies of the documents.
3. Respectful ways of asking someone in charge for permission.
The students made formal requests to use the hall after school.
4. Serious appeals made in a proper and organized manner.
The committee reviewed all formal requests before making a decision.