What is another word for petitions?

Pronunciation: [pətˈɪʃənz] (IPA)

Petitions are a common way for individuals to express their opinion on a particular issue or problem. However, sometimes using the same word repeatedly can become monotonous and uninteresting, which is why it can be helpful to have synonyms to switch things up. Some synonyms for petitions include requests, appeals, solicitations, applications, and entreaties. These words are all nearly interchangeable with petitions, but each has its unique nuance and connotation. For instance, an entreaty conveys a more urgent and emotional appeal, while an application suggests a formal and organized endeavor. By utilizing these synonyms for petitions, you can add variety to your language and convey your message in a more engaging way.

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What are the hypernyms for Petitions?

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Usage examples for Petitions

This night a new name was added to her petitions.
"The Man from Jericho"
Edwin Carlile Litsey
The Alcalde, after hearing and fully considering the facts of the case, granted both of the petitions.
"Memoirs of Orange Jacobs"
Orange Jacobs
It is the same in regard to prayer, or petitions.
"Letters of Madam Guyon"
P. L. Upham

Famous quotes with Petitions

  • And if this House is to be scared, by whatever influences, from its duty, to receive and hear the petitions of the People, then I shall send my voice beyond the walls of this Capitol for redress.
    Caleb Cushing
  • I maintain that the House is bound by the Constitution to receive the petitions; after which, it will take such method of deciding upon them as reason and principle shall dictate.
    Caleb Cushing
  • If there be any plausible reason for supposing that we have the right to legislate on the slave interests of the District, you cannot put down the investigation of the subject out of doors, by refusing to receive petitions.
    Caleb Cushing
  • The proceedings of this House in 1790, in reference to petitions on the matter of the slave trade, and of slavery in the States, have been cited. It has been said that those petitions were not received.
    Caleb Cushing
  • Please to put a nickel, please to put a dime. How petitions trickle in at Christmas time!
    Phyllis McGinley

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