as in requirements
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something that is needed or wanted
a list of political desiderata
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Noun
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Proponents of lighter federal regulation argue that a national policy framework with minimal requirements—focused on energy and infrastructure concerns rather than comprehensive AI restrictions—better serves both innovation and public interest than aggressive preemptive regulation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026 -
The weeklong trip includes hotel stays, a custom itinerary, and social media storytelling requirements.—
Meena Thiruvengadam,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2026
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Other musts in the cocooning space are the 90-minute full-body scrub with Sicilian raw sea salt, sweet fennel and rosemary in the hammam, the futuristic energy hack with PEMF, hypervolt and LED face masks, and body toning sessions using Biologique Recherche.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Up to half of Cloud’s Rest is exposed and rocky—sunscreen, sturdy footwear, and a hat are musts.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Desiderata.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desiderata. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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