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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a motion seeking" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in legal contexts to refer to a formal request made to a court or other authority.
Example: "The attorney filed a motion seeking to dismiss the case based on lack of evidence."
Alternatives: "a request for" or "a petition asking for".
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Picard has filed a motion seeking to appeal Rakoff's decision.
In October, Mr. Caddell filed a motion seeking the test.
Court TV has filed a motion seeking to televise the trial.
The F.B.I. report was submitted to the court Wednesday by Mr. Megahed's lawyer as part of a motion seeking bail.
A lawyer for the ex-astronaut, Lisa Nowak, filed a motion seeking sanctions against prosecutors and police officers.
Peter Spivack, a lawyer representing Dr. Biederman, filed a motion seeking to keep these documents under seal.
MISMANAGEMENT CHARGED The United States trustee has filed a motion seeking the appointment of a trustee in the Dynegy Holdings bankruptcy case, citing "gross mismanagement by current management".
The United States trustee has filed a motion seeking the appointment of a trustee in the Dynegy Holdings bankruptcy case, citing "gross mismanagement by current management".
Mr. Malvo's lawyers have filed a motion seeking a copy of the confession he reportedly made when he was turned over to the Virginia authorities.
Later on Friday, a lawyer representing Trump himself filed paperwork in the dispute, in a motion seeking to have the matter moved from state court to federal court.
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