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as in requested
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
the losing party demanded a recount of the votes cast in the election
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as in required
to have as a requirement
a task that demands one's unremitting attention
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as in asked
to set or receive as a price
superstars of the big screen who demand millions for appearing in a movie
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Recent Examples of demanded
Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026
Oz demanded that the Department of Human Services place a six-month freeze on enrollments in high-risk providers and confirm existing providers’ legitimacy.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 13 Jan. 2026
An independent counsel demanded the death sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion charges tied to his December 2024 martial law decree.
—Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Trump has repeatedly blasted Powell for the Fed not cutting interest rates as much and as quickly as the president has demanded since entering the White House in January 2025.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
During a particularly rowdy acid trip, Frisbee wandered into the California desert, stripped naked, and demanded that God reveal himself.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Ryan Pierse/Getty Images Even after a match-winning display in Aston Villa’s 2-1 Premier League win over Manchester United last month, Unai Emery demanded more from Morgan Rogers.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Despite enrollment dropping more than 20% in recent years, the Chicago Teachers Union has consistently demanded larger budgets.
—Lylena D. Estabine, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Both countries demanded the release of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who was also arrested on Saturday, and called for a stop to any further military action in Venezuela.
—Connor Greene, Time, 6 Jan. 2026
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Frustration filled a special Celina ISD school board meeting Monday night as parents demanded transparency following the district's investigation into former middle school teacher and coach Caleb Elliott.
—Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026
Oz demanded that the Department of Human Services place a six-month freeze on enrollments in high-risk providers and confirm existing providers’ legitimacy.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 13 Jan. 2026
An independent counsel demanded the death sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion charges tied to his December 2024 martial law decree.
—Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Trump has repeatedly blasted Powell for the Fed not cutting interest rates as much and as quickly as the president has demanded since entering the White House in January 2025.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
During a particularly rowdy acid trip, Frisbee wandered into the California desert, stripped naked, and demanded that God reveal himself.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Ryan Pierse/Getty Images Even after a match-winning display in Aston Villa’s 2-1 Premier League win over Manchester United last month, Unai Emery demanded more from Morgan Rogers.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Despite enrollment dropping more than 20% in recent years, the Chicago Teachers Union has consistently demanded larger budgets.
—Lylena D. Estabine, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Both countries demanded the release of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who was also arrested on Saturday, and called for a stop to any further military action in Venezuela.
—Connor Greene, Time, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demanded
Verb
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Despite that, in July, Molina Cervantes requested dismissal of the restraining order against him, according to court records.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
13 Jan. 2026
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To cover the gap, the board requested another fee of more than $3,700 per member and raised monthly dues by $75 for a two-year period.—
Chase Jordan
January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The amount of restitution he will be required to pay will be determined at a later date, per the agency.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
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The Justice Department's NCAA basketball gambling investigation required nearly two years to fully uncover, spanning 26 criminal defendants.—
Scott MacFarlane,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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He was asked to be the signal-caller, and that responsibility seemed to hinder his ability to read and react.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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At just 18 months old, he was cast as baby Toby in Jim Henson’s Labyrinth, after the filmmaker asked the Frouds, who were already working on the film, if their infant could step into the role.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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Upper Basin negotiators have fiercely rejected calls for mandatory water cuts in their states — an issue that has remained a major sticking point in negotiations.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2026
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As a result, the manufacturer recommended visual inspections during routine maintenance cycles, typically every 60 months, rather than urgent repairs or mandatory part replacement.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Jan. 2026
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Fram2 is commanded Chun Wang of Malta, who is joined by vehicle commander Jannicke Mikkelsen from Norway, pilot Rabea Rogge of Germany, and Australian medical officer and mission specialist Eric Phillips.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Julia Roberts commanded attention from the red carpet to the stage, couples new and old stepped out for a glamorous date night and a few unexpected crossovers happened inside the venue.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The company grabbed global attention after China, the world’s largest miner and processor of rare earths, tightened its supply of the critical metals needed to make everything from chips and cars to fighter jets starting last December.—
Maggie McGrath,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Travelers are advised to wear repellent and cover up bare skin as needed.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The prosecutor's office said a 16-year-old boy from Sayreville was arrested and charged with acts of juvenile delinquency which if committed by an adult would constitute murder, weapons charges and armed riot.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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He was charged with first-degree murder but denied any involvement.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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That’s also the last time the Monarchs claimed the league crown.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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Once completed, Infinity is claimed to be the world’s most advanced stellarator.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Demanded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demanded. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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