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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 Feb. 2026
That includes hackers, foreign governments and legal demands from agencies like the FBI.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
But ultrarunning officials worry WADA may not be considering how point two—the ability to cause harm—applies to the unique demands of the sport.
—Dan England, Outside, 5 Feb. 2026
The task can be simple or sophisticated; what matters is that your skills and their demands lock into equilibrium, pulling your full attention into the moment.
—Bill Burnett, Big Think, 5 Feb. 2026
Democrats made 10 demands on Wednesday evening, including the three that King described.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Authorities say that any decision on ransom demands ultimately is up to the family.
—Jacques Billeaud, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Working conditions, meanwhile, have continued to deteriorate as the demands on workers increase.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Sales could be even better, Apple said, if the company could secure enough chips to meet its customers’ iPhone demands.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
The motion demands materials be returned to Fulton County.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Her ex-husband parades their six-year-old daughter, Sofia, in front of the cameras and demands full custody.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Doing that while being a parent, which demands just as much energy, can add to the stress.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 11 Feb. 2026
Logic demands that those voting for him will have to be in agreement.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Republicans increasingly receptive to Democrats’ demands The hearing also came against the backdrop of DHS funding negotiations between the White House and Democrats.
—Philip Wang, Time, 10 Feb. 2026
Accumulated information demands an accessible organization and internal logic.
—Big Think, 9 Feb. 2026
As Nick and Jacki’s conversations deepen, the line between witness and participant blurs, forcing both to confront what justice demands, what belief requires, and the perilous distance between true freedom and the illusion of self-determination.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
Among the demands are a requirement for judicial warrants, better identification of DHS officers, new use of force standards and a stop to racial profiling.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Feb. 2026
That includes hackers, foreign governments and legal demands from agencies like the FBI.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
But ultrarunning officials worry WADA may not be considering how point two—the ability to cause harm—applies to the unique demands of the sport.
—Dan England, Outside, 5 Feb. 2026
The task can be simple or sophisticated; what matters is that your skills and their demands lock into equilibrium, pulling your full attention into the moment.
—Bill Burnett, Big Think, 5 Feb. 2026
Democrats made 10 demands on Wednesday evening, including the three that King described.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Authorities say that any decision on ransom demands ultimately is up to the family.
—Jacques Billeaud, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Working conditions, meanwhile, have continued to deteriorate as the demands on workers increase.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Sales could be even better, Apple said, if the company could secure enough chips to meet its customers’ iPhone demands.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
Responsibility is a group effort For Ahmet Öksüz, chairman of the Istanbul Textile and Raw Materials Exporters Association, the need for systemic transformation is no longer some future-facing hypothetical, but rather an existential imperative that demands both innovation and conscience.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
The motion demands materials be returned to Fulton County.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Her ex-husband parades their six-year-old daughter, Sofia, in front of the cameras and demands full custody.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Doing that while being a parent, which demands just as much energy, can add to the stress.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 11 Feb. 2026
Logic demands that those voting for him will have to be in agreement.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Republicans increasingly receptive to Democrats’ demands The hearing also came against the backdrop of DHS funding negotiations between the White House and Democrats.
—Philip Wang, Time, 10 Feb. 2026
Accumulated information demands an accessible organization and internal logic.
—Big Think, 9 Feb. 2026
As Nick and Jacki’s conversations deepen, the line between witness and participant blurs, forcing both to confront what justice demands, what belief requires, and the perilous distance between true freedom and the illusion of self-determination.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demands
Noun
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Still, broad bipartisan majorities support photo ID requirements, according to recent polling by Pew Research Center.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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The missive comes as Florida enforces a sweeping ban on gender-affirming care for minors and dismantles traditional accreditation requirements for lawyers and universities.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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James Reilly, senior markets economist at Capital Economics, said in a note that while the broader stock market continues to climb higher, exposure to AI will be a specific boost or drag for certain companies.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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To appeal to a Gen Z consumer in the US and Europe — two of Calvin Klein’s strongest markets — the brand is introducing Euphoria to a more premium audience, through a higher concentration dosage of up to 28%, and with a more expensive price tag of $129 for 100ml.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Forego sterile minimalism and use this $10 glass bottle to house everyday necessities like vitamins and mouthwash to be visible and within arms’ reach.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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In January 2018, Cora, a team contingent, and Boston Mayor Marty Wash flew to Puerto Rico to deliver 10 tons of medical supplies, water filtration systems, other necessities, and a monetary donation.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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The memo also requests a $150,000 council allocation to fund software and other infrastructural costs tied to implementing the redistricting and officer redeployment.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The motion was filed under Rule 41(g) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure and also requests the court to unseal the affidavit used to justify the warrant.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Klaebo needs three more gold medals or five of any color to break the Olympic record, held by countryman Bjørn Daehlie.—
Alex Valdes,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Explaining that Chardonnay needs cooler conditions to do well, Carpenter points out that in Napa, that restricts winemakers to the southern part of the valley close to the bay or to very specific spots in the mountains.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2026
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The measure also asks voters to approve the creation of an oversight group that would monitor where the money goes.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Some asks, like requiring immigration officers to wear body cameras, appear to enjoy bipartisan support.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Beyond the slopes, winter musts include wildlife spotting in Grand Teton National Park, a sleigh ride through the National Elk Refuge, and strolling downtown Jackson, known for its iconic antler arches.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
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Both sunscreen and bug spray are absolute musts during the summer.—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
19 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Demonstrating that government can take care of the basics while accomplishing big things, which requires following through on our commitment to invest in critical needs like water, connectivity, and healthcare.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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The agency requires its divisions, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, to train officers in de-escalation techniques and to use force only after a verbal warning, if possible, and a chance to comply.—
Natasha Korecki,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 2026
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