A petition is a formal request made to an authority or organization, usually in writing. The crossword solutions for the term 'petitions' include 'asks' (4 letters), 'ENTREATS' (8 letters), 'peas' (4 letters), 'solicits' (8 letters), 'beseechs' (9 letters), 'PRAYS' (5 letters), 'WOOS' (4 letters), 'begs' (4 letters), and 'pleas' (5 letters). These words all describe different ways of making a request, from asking politely to pleading desperately. Additionally, 'sues' (4 letters) can be used to refer to legal action taken to make a demand.