she requests that

USAGE SUMMARY

The part of the sentence "she requests that" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you are talking about someone making a request or asking for something. For example, "She requests that I meet her at the park at 3pm".

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

6 human-written examples

She requests that she be buried alive because it is the custom of the townspeople to throw their dead into the sea, and she wants to make sure that she is buried in the earth.

The New Yorker

The episode follows teenage daughter Meg after she requests that her parents buy her a car.

Wikipedia

"She requests that the rest room be cleaned with ammonia or an abrasive cleanser," Mr. Marcone said.

The New York Times

She requests that "one of my dear friends" read the composition and suggests John Pierrepont, Laurance S. Rockefeller or Nancy Pierrepont.

The New York Times

Perhaps to help salve the wound, she requests that Aleka and Masha join her in re-enacting scenes from their life together, in particular Chekhov's grim death at a spa in Germany.

The New York Times

Diana DiMenna, who over the last few years has joined the boards of the Noguchi Museum and several others, said she requests that an institution be forthright about its financial expectations.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

54 human-written examples

(She requested that her last name not be disclosed).

The New York Times - Style

She requested that a message be given to Fekens: "Tell him bonjour, bonsoir.

The New York Times

Only in 2006 did she request that she be permitted to wear the headscarf.

The Washington Post

She requested that the press and the public respect her wish for privacy.

The Guardian - Sport

She requested that no investigation be opened nor any action taken.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "she requests that", ensure the subsequent verb is in the subjunctive mood (base form). For example, "She requests that he be present", not "She requests that he is present".

Common error

A common mistake is to use the indicative mood instead of the subjunctive after "she requests that". Avoid using "is", "are", "was", or "were". Use the base form of the verb instead.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "she requests that" functions as a declarative phrase introducing a formal request or directive. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatical correctness. It sets the stage for specifying an action or condition that the subject desires or requires.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

67%

Wiki

17%

Encyclopedias

16%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Science

0%

Academia

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "she requests that" is a grammatically sound phrase used to formally introduce a request made by a female subject. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness. It's most commonly found in "News & Media" contexts, with less frequent appearances in "Wiki" and "Encyclopedias". While versatile, it's important to maintain the subjunctive mood in the following clause. Remember to use alternatives like "she asks that" when aiming for less formal tone. Although often correct and authoritative it is very rare in academia.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

she asks that

Replaces "requests" with a more common synonym, slightly reducing formality.

it is her request that

Rephrases the sentence to emphasize the request itself, adding a touch of formality.

she is asking for

Uses a more common expression with an indirect object; less formal.

she demands that

Conveys a stronger sense of authority and insistence than "requests".

she requires that

Implies a necessity or obligation, stronger than a simple request.

she stipulates that

Implies a formal agreement or condition, making it more suitable for legal or contractual contexts.

she desires that

Replaces "requests" with a more formal and less common synonym.

her wish is that

Expresses a desire or preference, slightly less direct than a request.

she orders that

Conveys a command or instruction, indicating a higher level of authority.

she suggests that

Presents the action as a recommendation or proposal, less forceful than a request.

FAQs

How do I use "she requests that" in a sentence?

Use "she requests that" to formally introduce a specific request made by a female. Follow it with a clause using the subjunctive mood. For example, "She requests that the meeting "begin promptly"".

What is a more informal way to say "she requests that"?

Informally, you could say "she asks that" or "she's asking for". However, "she requests that" is generally used in formal contexts.

Is "she requests that I do" grammatically correct?

Yes, "she requests that I do" is grammatically correct. The verb "do" is in the subjunctive mood, which is required after "she requests that".

What's the difference between "she requests that" and "she requires that"?

"She requests that" implies a polite or formal request. "She requires that" implies a demand or necessity. "She requires that" the report be submitted by Friday; there is no option.