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as in requirements
something that someone insists upon having
agreed to the customer's demand for a refund
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as in markets
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
a steadily declining demand for film cameras
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as in necessities
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
we are very confident that our new employee is fully equal to the demands of the job
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as in requests
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 needs
to have as a requirement
a task that demands one's unremitting attention
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as in asks
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 demands
Arkansas Online, 6 Mar. 2026
Since federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minnesota, Democrats have remained firm in their demands for reforms, which include requiring immigration agents to wear body cameras and identification, banning them from wearing masks and mandating judicial warrants for arrests on private property.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Attorney general dug in after Trump demands an end to the Texas contest so Republicans can focus on beating Democratic nominee James Talarico.
—Joseph Morton, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
During the Constitutional Revolution of 1905-11, some of Iran’s most revered clerics backed demands for a parliament and a constitution to rein in a corrupt Qajar monarchy.
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
Those killings led to demands for more accountability within the agency, and disagreement over how to rein in the tactics deployed by federal immigration agents has led to a weeks-long standoff over the agency’s funding.
—Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Massive energy demands What other standalone business is capable of using as much electricity as 100,000 homes?
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The university acquiesced to the demands last year to restore its grant funding.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
Given the company’s culture, some outside commentators have speculated that at least some Anthropic staff will resign if the company gives in to Hegseth’s demands and drops the limitations currently built into its government contracts.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Trump’s version of Christianity instead preaches no mercy for those against him, demands followers exalt him above everything, celebrates the gaudy instead of the godly.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
One of the most awkward side-effects of his absence, in David Adelman’s view, was the attention Gordon demands without the ball on the baseline.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Navigating the New Energy Order The current crisis demands a different playbook for every nation and every actor in the energy value chain.
—Siddharth Misra, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Sharp and disciplined, Teri demands a lot from her colleagues and even more from herself, and feels conflicted about working with Professor Einstein.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Each step demands earning promotion, whether through automatic league placement or a playoff system.
—Ryan Brennan
march 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
As well as valuing the pace that helps his wingers exploit spaces out wide, Rosenior’s style also demands those players drop deeper to help build play.
—Cerys Jones, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Erik demands the locker room because of his voice.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
The election is widely seen as a three-way contest, shaped by voter frustration over widespread corruption and demands for greater accountability.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Mar. 2026
Since federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minnesota, Democrats have remained firm in their demands for reforms, which include requiring immigration agents to wear body cameras and identification, banning them from wearing masks and mandating judicial warrants for arrests on private property.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Attorney general dug in after Trump demands an end to the Texas contest so Republicans can focus on beating Democratic nominee James Talarico.
—Joseph Morton, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
During the Constitutional Revolution of 1905-11, some of Iran’s most revered clerics backed demands for a parliament and a constitution to rein in a corrupt Qajar monarchy.
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
Those killings led to demands for more accountability within the agency, and disagreement over how to rein in the tactics deployed by federal immigration agents has led to a weeks-long standoff over the agency’s funding.
—Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Massive energy demands What other standalone business is capable of using as much electricity as 100,000 homes?
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The university acquiesced to the demands last year to restore its grant funding.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
Given the company’s culture, some outside commentators have speculated that at least some Anthropic staff will resign if the company gives in to Hegseth’s demands and drops the limitations currently built into its government contracts.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
In Shelley’s novel, the lonely creature demands a romantic companion after he is rejected by humanity.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Trump’s version of Christianity instead preaches no mercy for those against him, demands followers exalt him above everything, celebrates the gaudy instead of the godly.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
One of the most awkward side-effects of his absence, in David Adelman’s view, was the attention Gordon demands without the ball on the baseline.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Navigating the New Energy Order The current crisis demands a different playbook for every nation and every actor in the energy value chain.
—Siddharth Misra, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Sharp and disciplined, Teri demands a lot from her colleagues and even more from herself, and feels conflicted about working with Professor Einstein.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Each step demands earning promotion, whether through automatic league placement or a playoff system.
—Ryan Brennan
march 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
As well as valuing the pace that helps his wingers exploit spaces out wide, Rosenior’s style also demands those players drop deeper to help build play.
—Cerys Jones, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Erik demands the locker room because of his voice.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demands
Noun
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The company, however, remains entangled in several ongoing lawsuits, including one in which a state judge ruled last week that Sable still needed to comply with state and local requirements before a restart as outlined in the federal consent decree that followed the 2015 spill.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Peters was found guilty of three counts of attempting to influence a public servant and one count each of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, first-degree official misconduct, violation of duty and failure to comply with the requirements of the secretary of state.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Global conflict and even war traditionally haven’t disrupted markets for very long.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Saudi Arabia, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates all depend on tankers to get the bulk of their oil to global markets.—
DAVID McHUGH,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Forego sterile minimalism and use this $14 two-pack of glass bottles for everyday everyday necessities like vitamins and mouthwash to be visible and within arm’s reach.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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People were detained on the basis of their appearance or accent, and the violent encounters on the streets made many residents afraid to go out even to purchase groceries or other basic necessities.—
Kica Matos,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The suit, filed in Jackson County Circuit Court last week, requests a jury trial.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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According to data cited in the original ruling, at least 598 of the state’s 1,000 school systems have policies restricting what parents can be told about their child’s gender expression at school — if the child requests confidentiality.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Perfect for making ahead, this recipe needs 8 hours of chill time.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, there needs to be a clear level of artistic intention and understanding in how an idea is communicated with the viewer.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Matlock's season 2 midseason premiere features a scene in which an HR representative named Gwen (Sarah Wright-Olsen) asks the whereabouts of Billy Martinez (David Del Rio).—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Feb. 2026
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Lisa asks him, which feels like a deliberate workaround to allude to his stalking past without getting her hands dirty.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The Broncos arrived at the NFL Combine with scant musts after graduating from the have-nots over the past two seasons.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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Some are absolute musts, like clearing out any asbestos and making sure the plumbing is up to current standard.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That requires short, sharp passing and strength in tight spaces.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Although the primary job of Bureau of Reclamation is to operate dams to supply water and power, the Grand Canyon Protection Act requires it to balance those needs with environmental protection.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Demands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demands. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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