1
as in mandatory
forcing one's compliance or participation by or as if by law
formal instruction in driving is required in this state before you can get your driver's license
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2
as in necessary
impossible to do without
with these frigid winds, hats, scarves, and good mittens are required equipment for heading outside
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as in needed
to have as a requirement
the toy requires four batteries, which are not included
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Recent Examples of required
Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 21 Oct. 2025
As part of these constant efforts, access to sensitive data is tightly controlled based on job requirements, the completion of required trainings, and leadership approval.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Oct. 2025
Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
Although the tour is only available to advanced and expert skiers, no backcountry experience is required.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
The leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) was elected to the post on Tuesday after winning four more votes than the required majority.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 21 Oct. 2025
As part of these constant efforts, access to sensitive data is tightly controlled based on job requirements, the completion of required trainings, and leadership approval.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
Air traffic controllers, like Transportation Security Administration screeners, are required to work during the government shutdown but are not being paid.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
Although the tour is only available to advanced and expert skiers, no backcountry experience is required.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for required
Adjective
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Congress failed to pass a budget or temporary funding measure before the federal fiscal year ended on October 1, forcing many federal agencies to cease all non-mandatory operations.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Having initially faced 20 years in jail, the additional indictments raised his possible jail term to 45 years, with a mandatory minimum of five years in federal prison.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Almost six months into the ban, however, and questions are being asked whether the ongoing restrictions are excessive, and no longer necessary.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
26 Oct. 2025
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That won’t be the case this season; the Lakers are all-in on Luka heliocentricism, with James’ early absence due to sciatica making that commitment even more necessary.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Jason objected to that, but Travis said mayo would be available in the kitchen if needed.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The problem arises when implicit or explicit pressures make either covering or uncovering feel compulsory—so the aim is to restore agency, letting employees decide for themselves without penalty.—
Tia Katz,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The campaign faces a tight deadline, but veto referendums have been successful in Missouri as recently as 2017, when labor unions successfully organized to defeat a right-to-work law that would have banned compulsory union fees.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This black turtleneck top is a layering essential that works equally well with maxi skirts and wide-leg jeans.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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But fostering creativity, curiosity, and empathy are also essential for organizations to remain competitive and resilient.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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However, Wang wanted to wait until their second official wedding in Asia.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Lots of boys wanted to be like him, to be accepted, given attention, admired and loved by teachers, but the rest of us were looked down upon.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Elsewhere, crowded Democratic primaries, including in Michigan, are likely to hemorrhage critical resources the party will need for general elections to protect incumbent seats or oust Republicans.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Oct. 2025
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Also running to unseat Collins is the state’s incumbent governor, Janet Mills, who is term limited.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Ambition, perseverance and integrity are integral to your journey.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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This makes sense and is integral to our story.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Required.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/required. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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