re·quired | \ ri-ˈkwī(-ə)rd 
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\Definition of required
: stipulated as necessary to be done, made, or provided
required reading required monthly payments submit the required proof of identification Uninsured motorists insurance is a required coverage in several states (and strongly encouraged in others) in all auto policies.— Robert I. Mehr
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The first known use of required was in 1540
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