"bespeak" in the verb sense

1. bespeak, betoken, indicate, point, signal

be a signal for or a symptom of

"These symptoms indicate a serious illness"

"Her behavior points to a severe neurosis"

"The economic indicators signal that the euro is undervalued"

2. request, ask for, bespeak, call for, quest

express the need or desire for

"She requested an extra bed in her room"

"She called for room service"

"when you call, always ask for Mary"

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