as in must
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
this science course is a requirement for graduation
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Recent Examples of requirement
Among the most notable changes outlined in the bill is the requirement to prove U.S. citizenship before registering to vote.
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Juliana Kim, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
The requirements were simple: good grades and good citizenship.
—Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2025
However, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has also faced pressure from his right flank to delay consideration of the bill as conservatives have floated requirements for the District.
—Aris Folley, The Hill, 12 Apr. 2025
Kozak's statement did not address the judge's latter requirements.
—CBS News, 12 Apr. 2025
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Juliana Kim, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
The requirements were simple: good grades and good citizenship.
—Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2025
However, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has also faced pressure from his right flank to delay consideration of the bill as conservatives have floated requirements for the District.
—Aris Folley, The Hill, 12 Apr. 2025
Kozak's statement did not address the judge's latter requirements.
—CBS News, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for requirement
Noun
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But if Mom can’t stand the thought of leaving the house without her hair in place, this beauty buy is a must.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
9 Apr. 2025
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Safety glasses are a must, and hearing protection is essential when working with loud equipment.—
Daniel Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Most Popular Menu Items At first, the course’s modest menu was built out of necessity.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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In cities like Mexico City, groundwater depletion and erratic weather patterns make water trucks a daily necessity.—
Matt Damon,
TIME,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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At George Washington’s Mount Vernon plantation in Virginia there were several such necessaries on the grounds.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
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Among other necessaries will be Israeli control of the Philadelphi corridor separating Gaza from Egypt, to ensure that Hamas can’t resupply itself with weapons.—
Bret Stephens,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Requirement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requirement. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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