to make a formal request for something, such as a job, visa, or admission

to request the presence or participation of someone in an event or activity

to politely or formally ask for something or to do something

Excuse me, may I ask...?

to formally invite or engage someone for a professional position or service

please (deferential form)

please do as you wish or according to your own convenience

to invite guests to a meal or entertainment and pay the bill; to give a dinner party

to ask for guidance, advice, or instruction from someone more experienced or knowledgeable

to request leave of absence

to formally invite someone to do something, such as make a speech or perform

to propose; to submit for consideration

invitation tournament (e.g. between schools or firms)

to ask for instructions

please do not

to host or invite guests to a formal dinner or banquet

please come in

a card or letter sent to someone to invite them to an event

a formal written request or official form used to apply for a position, program, or permission

a formal written invitation or card used to invite someone to an event

to request earnestly

to report to a higher authority for instructions or to seek official approval

please have a seat

petition (for action to be taken)

To pay one's respects or wish someone good health, typically directed toward an elder.

to offer oneself for a difficult task or assignment

to invite or issue a formal invitation

to apologize humbly or beg for forgiveness

to make an earnest or formal request; to appeal strongly for something

to be a guest at a dinner party

to request to be sent into battle; by extension, to volunteer for a dangerous or arduous task

(courteous) would you please

to submit a request (to a superior)

to urge

a fee required to be paid when submitting an application.

to report achievements to a superior to request awards, honors, or recognition for oneself or others

To offer a sincere and humble apology, acknowledging one's fault and showing a willingness to accept punishment.

to invite or send for someone to take up a professional position or provide a service

to return an invitation

To give someone a taste of their own medicine; to trap someone using their own methods or devices.

to request a transfer

(idiom) (humble expression) my presumptuous request

please find someone better qualified than me (idiom)

It is easier to invite someone or something in than it is to get rid of them.

to hire or engage the services of an employee