as in necessities
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
this science course is a requirement for graduation
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Recent Examples of requirements
While the surge in prices is happening around the world, gas costs more in California than almost anywhere else because of higher taxes, fees and cleaner-fuel requirements.
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Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
WhatsApp’s system requirements are updated every year to ensure the app is protected by the latest security updates.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
The latest work examined the internal arrangement and segregation of the reactor system, shielding requirements, and the impact on cargo deck layout and vehicle capacity, alongside stability and trim implications linked to the reactor’s weight and positioning.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
There’s a 10-year tax commission that convenes next year as part of the state’s constitutional requirements.
—Sofia Baltodano, Miami Herald, 12 June 2026
The Case For Shared Civic Contribution Over time, governments should also consider service requirements.
—Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Makary drew criticism last year after the agency imposed stricter requirements on who could get Covid shots.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 29 May 2026
But only service members who are not overweight and fit certain height and weight requirements can attend, according to a screenshot of a Pentagon memo shared to a military Facebook group and a person familiar with the matter.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The South Korean chipmaker added that there are plans to expand the lineup to include an 8-layer 32GB and a 16-layer 64GB configuration, depending on customer requirements.
—Justina Lee, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
WhatsApp’s system requirements are updated every year to ensure the app is protected by the latest security updates.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
The latest work examined the internal arrangement and segregation of the reactor system, shielding requirements, and the impact on cargo deck layout and vehicle capacity, alongside stability and trim implications linked to the reactor’s weight and positioning.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
There’s a 10-year tax commission that convenes next year as part of the state’s constitutional requirements.
—Sofia Baltodano, Miami Herald, 12 June 2026
The Case For Shared Civic Contribution Over time, governments should also consider service requirements.
—Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Makary drew criticism last year after the agency imposed stricter requirements on who could get Covid shots.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 29 May 2026
But only service members who are not overweight and fit certain height and weight requirements can attend, according to a screenshot of a Pentagon memo shared to a military Facebook group and a person familiar with the matter.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The South Korean chipmaker added that there are plans to expand the lineup to include an 8-layer 32GB and a 16-layer 64GB configuration, depending on customer requirements.
—Justina Lee, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requirements
Noun
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At the turn of the 20th century, the great institutions of urban life — libraries, museums, post offices, train stations — were conceived as luxurious refuges for those who could only afford necessities.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
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Aspiring early retirees of a more modest sort curb their ambitions considerably; the LeanFIRE subset, for example, counts adherents who are saving for subsistence, a nest egg that will cover just their basic necessities.—
Joshua Rivera,
Vanity Fair,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Padding at the heels ensures these faux leather sneakers are comfy straight from the box, but they’re also designed to be simultaneously flexible and supportive to accommodate the needs of your weary feet during long travel days.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Dec. 2025
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Denim weavers have adapted the technique to suit the fabric’s complex finishing process and consumers’ needs.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Tex-Mex and barbecue are musts, and the options are plentiful.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 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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“Requirements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requirements. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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