The following callout is one of a series (all telegraphic style) that 
describe the actions depicted in a complex figure --

     Developer requests to assume role

The sentence is perfectly parallel with the others, all of which read 
fine. This one alone seems awkward. In fact, to my ears, it does not 
sound idiomatic.

Why?

Has it something to do with restrictions on the way in which we use 
either "request" or "assume"? Restrictions which we may not 
consciously recognize as native speakers, but which we abide by 
nonetheless? I don't think it's a structural thing. Or am I missing 
something on that score?

I can't puzzle it out. I'm hoping someone here can enlighten me.

Thanks!


Odile

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