as in compulsory
forcing one's compliance or participation by or as if by law
it is incumbent upon you to attend every staff meeting
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Recent Examples of incumbent
Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 17 June 2025
But there’s no denying the pressure is on incumbents like Starbucks to refresh their identity before third space becomes third choice.
—Elaine Yu, CNBC, 14 June 2025
Anthony Izaguirre, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
Potentially complicating matters however, is the fact that incumbent Democratic Mayor Eric Adams is running as an independent in the fall.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 24 June 2025
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Adjective
The incumbent, Eric Adams, left the Democratic Party to run for reelection as an Independent after President Trump let him off the hook.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 17 June 2025
But there’s no denying the pressure is on incumbents like Starbucks to refresh their identity before third space becomes third choice.
—Elaine Yu, CNBC, 14 June 2025
Noun
The primary winner will go on to face incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, a Democrat who decided to run as an independent amid a public uproar over his indictment on corruption charges and the subsequent abandonment of the case by Trump’s Justice Department.
—Anthony Izaguirre, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
Potentially complicating matters however, is the fact that incumbent Democratic Mayor Eric Adams is running as an independent in the fall.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incumbent
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In a landmark move aimed at bolstering Denmark's military readiness, the Scandinavian country is extending compulsory enlistment to women for the first time.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Her boyfriend was on an Iranian base doing compulsory military service; unreachable and potentially in danger.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
29 June 2025
Noun
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Current officeholder Assemblymember Diane Dixon, R-Newport Beach, isn’t seeking reelection and instead is running to join the OC Board of Supervisors.—
Michael Slaten,
Oc Register,
20 June 2025
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Two prominent women officeholders—Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and former Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives Hannah Pingree—have already declared candidacy in Maine’s Democratic primary to replace incumbent, and term-limited, Governor Janet Mills (D).—
Kelly Dittmar,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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Doing so required China, Russia, and Washington’s European allies to sign on to a sanctions regime.—
KORI SCHAKE,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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These aren’t participation trophies but achievements that required skill, preparation and genuine contribution.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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Military service in Israel is mandatory, and has become even more depended on as the country gets entangled in ever more regional conflicts.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
26 June 2025
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Efficiency is mandatory, and speed of execution is everything.—
Marc Scheipe,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Doctors complain the process is burdensome and it's often used to delay or deny medically necessary medical care for patients.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
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By thoughtfully considering how their cultures impact new graduate experiences, companies can create environments that not only attract top talent but also foster the innovation and adaptability necessary for future success.—
Brendan Keegan,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2025
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“Incumbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incumbent. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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