as in necessities
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
this science course is a requirement for graduation
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Recent Examples of requirements
But food hubs also have high startup and operational costs, challenges with maintaining a consistent supply and demand and recruiting skilled leadership and staff, and navigating organizational, regulatory and food safety requirements, Perez said.
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Cristina Larue, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
Even with reporting requirements, the system relies on companies to share accurate information.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
For the other states, low-income people who didn’t meet the program’s requirements could still get subsidies to enroll in Obamacare plans that offset the cost completely or almost completely.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
Testing reveals an average power exceeding 200 kW in optimal steady-state conditions, surpassing the energy requirements for heavy-duty vehicles.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Whenever caps on discretionary spending or pay-as-you-go requirements threaten to bite, the label becomes something more.
—Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Applicants must meet statutory eligibility requirements, including a high school education or two years of qualifying work experience, among other criteria.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
The move comes just months after the agency granted 140 exemptions for small refineries from Renewable Fuel Standard requirements.
—Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Trump has also pressured countries into removing trade barriers that range from taxes on American beef and soybeans to car safety and local content requirements in Japan and Indonesia, according to the New York Times.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Cristina Larue, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
Even with reporting requirements, the system relies on companies to share accurate information.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
For the other states, low-income people who didn’t meet the program’s requirements could still get subsidies to enroll in Obamacare plans that offset the cost completely or almost completely.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
Testing reveals an average power exceeding 200 kW in optimal steady-state conditions, surpassing the energy requirements for heavy-duty vehicles.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Whenever caps on discretionary spending or pay-as-you-go requirements threaten to bite, the label becomes something more.
—Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Applicants must meet statutory eligibility requirements, including a high school education or two years of qualifying work experience, among other criteria.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
The move comes just months after the agency granted 140 exemptions for small refineries from Renewable Fuel Standard requirements.
—Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Trump has also pressured countries into removing trade barriers that range from taxes on American beef and soybeans to car safety and local content requirements in Japan and Indonesia, according to the New York Times.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requirements
Noun
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There’s also bonus storage behind the vanity mirror, and built-ins along the wall with both open shelves and closed cabinets to stow other bathroom necessities.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Many regions continue to experience changes in how wealth is distributed across different income groups, as gleaming high-rises across several major cities often overshadow communities where basic necessities remain out of reach.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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According to the United Nations, Venezuela historically does not produce enough food to meet its needs, and many products must be imported from abroad and paid for in foreign currencies.—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Ultimately, the findings emphasize that understanding your driving needs and aligning them with the right powertrain can make a major difference in battery longevity.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Aloe Vera Gel For sunburns or just extra protection during sightseeing, aloe vera gel and sunscreen are musts.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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Products like organic soap sprays and organic horticultural oil control smaller pests, while tree guards, netting, and fruit protection bags are musts for deterring birds and large critters such as groundhogs or raccoons, or deer that may damage the tree bark.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Requirements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requirements. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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