as in needs
to have as a requirement
the toy requires four batteries, which are not included
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Recent Examples of requires
That also requires a level of play that the Aztecs (18-8, 12-4) have not approached in the last two games.
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
If a student’s name appears in both district and private-school enrollment, state law requires the student’s funding be frozen to prevent duplication.
—Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2026
Goat yogurt is considered a more sustainable option than cow yogurt as goat farming requires less land and water consumption than cattle farming; goats also produce less methane gas than cattle.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2026
Bunch and Rea said the plan requires rigorous review by the plan commission and the City Council.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2026
The other requires confronting the truth about the market.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
Again, critics say the company’s decision to operate a service that is dependent on plastic bags and requires extensive transport undermines their environmental bona fides.
—Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
The mission requires the same dedication, urgency, and innovative spirit that characterized our nation’s greatest scientific achievements.
—David Szondy
february 21, New Atlas, 21 Feb. 2026
Finally, no credible evidence demonstrates the kind of unambiguous, exclusive genocidal intent toward Palestinians that international law requires and that cannot be reasonably interpreted otherwise.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
If a student’s name appears in both district and private-school enrollment, state law requires the student’s funding be frozen to prevent duplication.
—Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2026
Goat yogurt is considered a more sustainable option than cow yogurt as goat farming requires less land and water consumption than cattle farming; goats also produce less methane gas than cattle.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2026
Bunch and Rea said the plan requires rigorous review by the plan commission and the City Council.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2026
The other requires confronting the truth about the market.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
Again, critics say the company’s decision to operate a service that is dependent on plastic bags and requires extensive transport undermines their environmental bona fides.
—Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
The mission requires the same dedication, urgency, and innovative spirit that characterized our nation’s greatest scientific achievements.
—David Szondy
february 21, New Atlas, 21 Feb. 2026
Finally, no credible evidence demonstrates the kind of unambiguous, exclusive genocidal intent toward Palestinians that international law requires and that cannot be reasonably interpreted otherwise.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requires
Verb
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For the sanctions to pass, the 27-nation bloc needs to reach a unanimous decision.—
Justin Spike,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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When supply drops, the grid needs backup.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Rather than a conventional spa, Upper House Hong Kong takes a personal approach to wellness.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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However, the Lands & Legacies six-hour overland tour takes you to the highlights of Cumberland Island’s North Shore and is booked through the same platform as your ferry ticket.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Well, the dog died, and now Lauren wants to take bereavement leave.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Now, Achane likely wants to get paid, something Miami Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan explained will likely have to wait considering the current cap restraints.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Part of the cleanup involves moving the snow to snow farms in the city and melting it there, Wu said.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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This simply involves a little accommodation, a friendly attitude and cooperation.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Requires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requires. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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