as in necessary
impossible to do without
this new CD is the requisite album of the year for classical music lovers
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as in requirement
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
Art 101 is a requisite for Art 201
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Recent Examples of requisite
Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
Swan is an engaging frontwoman as well as having the requisite smarts.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
Barton noted housing is surely a requisite for economic opportunity in his region.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Still, the plot, involving Morty’s relationship with a new character, a time warrior named Elle, along with the requisite alternative versions of Rick, is very densely knotted without the benefit of any jokes.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
Swan is an engaging frontwoman as well as having the requisite smarts.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
The first requisite is largely out of Kansas City’s control.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
Barton noted housing is surely a requisite for economic opportunity in his region.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for requisite
Adjective
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Some 72% of respondents said an increase of 5% or higher would be sufficient to cover everyday expenses, the AARP survey found, while 26% said an 8% increase would be necessary to keep up with rising costs.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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Patient care is one of the most necessary and humane interactions in all of humanity.—
Aaron Everitt,
STAT,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Additional procedural and administrative changes to filing requirements, terminology and other matters may also impact associations in meaningful ways.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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The half dozen people who spoke to the Herald-Leader and ProPublica said the company sometimes billed when a gathering did not meet the requirements of a meeting, such as when clients watched movies unrelated to recovery or had informal discussions while traveling in ARC vans.—
Alex Acquisto,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The discussion stems from a 2023 law, 88(R) HB 1605, which requires the Texas Education Agency to recommend at least one required reading per grade level.—
Lacey Beasley,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Musk and Altman, along with Brockman, who joined from Stripe, were convinced that there were only a few computer scientists alive capable of making the required breakthroughs.—
Ronan Farrow,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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America’s dealings with other nations across the globe have been imperiled by the threat of tariffs, and keeping this commitment to cooperation on the table is a must in the current trade environment.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Many older, smaller office buildings are perfect candidates for conversions, as their small floorplates allow most interior spaces access to windows and natural light, a must for downtown apartments and condos.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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To those beyond the Jewish community who stand as allies, partnership is essential.—
Igor Alterman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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Dust easily collects in the grooves of air vents, and cleaning them regularly is essential to maintain good air quality in your home.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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My friends, being my friends, invariably champion the necessity of objects piling up in my yard.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Apr. 2026
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Eyewear has evolved from a medical necessity to a fashion accessory that can give any outfit the right finishing touch, day or night.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Campbell, who ordinarily would represent DiZoglio in court to compel the Legislature to comply, has refused to do so on the flimsy excuse that DiZoglio has not provided needed information.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
23 Mar. 2026
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The memo stated the federal government had started site preparation but blamed Pritzker for delaying the land purchase and a needed state permit.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Car ownership has long been integral to the American dream.—
Alexa St. John,
Fortune,
11 Apr. 2026
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But Levinson’s very first movie suggests there’s something more integral missing from his creative formula.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Requisite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requisite. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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