petitioned

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Ghana has formally petitioned the African Union and initiated efforts to repatriate nationals.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The New York Times had petitioned the judge in White Plains, New York, to unseal the note, arguing there was no need to keep it secret.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Earlier this year, SpaceX petitioned the FCC for permission to launch up to a million satellites as part of an “orbital data center.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The company recently petitioned the FCC for permission to launch a prototype satellite made with a mirror 60 feet wide that could launch as soon as this summer.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

A group of newspapermen petitioned the stewards to see the films.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand