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
New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2026
With the addition of new holidays, public schools have less flexibility in the academic calendar to close school on days that count toward the required total.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2026
Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
The injury required Bichsel to have surgery.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Anti-Gravity at 90 KV – was chosen as the smallest and lightest unit still capable of turning those blades at the required speed.
—New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2026
With the addition of new holidays, public schools have less flexibility in the academic calendar to close school on days that count toward the required total.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
In conjunction with applying for citizenship, applicants are also required to submit a separate permanent residency application—both of which must be submitted in person at a consulate.
—Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
The injury required Bichsel to have surgery.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for required
Adjective
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Dumping waste in commercial quantities is a misdemeanor under county laws, punishable by up to six months in jail and a mandatory fine.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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The 45-year-old denied the charge at a hearing but an independent commission found otherwise, and also handed him a £2,000 fine and ordered him to attend a mandatory education course.—
Dan Kilpatrick,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Former presidents and their spouses receive lifelong Secret Service protection under federal law, but there are no provisions guaranteeing the elite levels of private travel that were necessary features of their time in office.—
Meg Kinnard,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Peeling is not necessary, but scrub and rinse the carrots well before using.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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There’s a lower level of proof for a preliminary hearing — not the same burden of proof that’s needed during a trial, which requires that the jury believe the defendant committed the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.—
Alex Brizee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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But such catch-up contributions may be needed for far more Gen Xers, since their median 401(k) account balance was just $67,100.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There is more compulsory masculinity, less faggotry.—
E. Alex Jung,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2026
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Where military service is compulsory, and may only disappoint our best or even worst men, but can be interrupted, thank god, by life’s hairpin turns.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Several Times a Week Caspara uses this whey formula regularly for its rich profile of essential minerals, inclusive of magnesium, potassium, chloride, and zinc.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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Kanyinda’s goals as commissioner are to fix infrastructure, protect essential services with smart fiscal management and inclusive, responsive leadership.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Stars wanted an interference call on the Predators on the zone entry, but didn’t get it.—
Lia Assimakopoulos,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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When the horn sounded to end Friday night’s City Section Open Division boys’ basketball final, the first person OJ and EJ Popoola wanted to hug was their father, Chris.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Along with wanting to upgrade the Carolina roster, Canales recently made the decision to hand over offensive play-calling to his incumbent coordinator, Brad Idzik.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2026
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That contested at-large seat will feature incumbent and current School Board Vice President Chris Farris facing off against challenger John Marek.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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Attorney General Pam Bondi commented on the lawsuits, emphasizing that accurate voter rolls are an integral part of election security.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Workers at Pratt & Whitney see their roles as integral to something larger — work that requires instinct, creativity and judgment.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Required.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/required. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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