required
adjective
re·quired
ri-ˈkwī(-ə)rd 
: stipulated as necessary to be done, made, or provided
required reading
required monthly payments
submit the required proof of identification
Uninsured motorists insurance is a required coverage in several states (and strongly encouraged in others) in all auto policies.—
Robert I. Mehr
Robert I. MehrExamples of required in a Sentence
formal instruction in driving is required in this state before you can get your driver's license
with these frigid winds, hats, scarves, and good mittens are required equipment for heading outside
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Most retirees must start taking required minimum distributions by age 73.
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Engineering analysis is a required step before the NHTSA could demand a recall.
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Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
No required minimum distributions Unlike traditional IRAs, 401(k)s, and all other types of retirement accounts, there are no required minimum distributions (RMDs) on Roth accounts.
—Kristin McKenna, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Engineering analysis is a required step before the NHTSA could demand a recall.
—USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2025
The Fix: Ensure your job descriptions are clear and concise, outlining required skills, responsibilities and expectations.
—Rebecca Skilbeck, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for required
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“Required.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/required. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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