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Petitions

A petition refers to a formal written request, often signed by several individuals, to bring attention to a particular cause, issue, or demand. Petitions are commonly used as a means to influence change or garner support for a specific action or policy.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun - "She decided to start a petition to ban single-use plastic bags in her community."

2. Noun - "The online petition received thousands of signatures in just a few days."

3. Verb - "They organized a campaign to petition the local government for increased funding in education."

4. Verb - "The residents petitioned their representatives to address the rising crime rates."

5. Adjective - "He is known for being a vocal advocate for petition-driven changes in the law."

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