as in necessities
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
this science course is a requirement for graduation
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Recent Examples of requirements
Both would be requirements in any potential fullback selection.
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Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Under the Clean Slate Act, HB 1836, the state now has until 2029 to create, test and launch systems to automate the sealing of eligible low-level, nonviolent criminal records after an individual meets all requirements and remains crime-free for a sustained period.
—Brian Fabes, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Housing prices and rents are inflated by restrictive zoning laws, union work and pay scale mandates, excessive building codes and environmental requirements, litigation and planning process delays, anti-landlord policies that favor deadbeats and squatters, and the list goes on.
—Adam Summers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Court records do not explain why the more generous benefit and eligibility requirements in the first plan underwent significant revisions.
—Craig R. McCoy, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Exemptions from those work requirements are no longer automatic for veterans, people who are homeless, and former foster youth; and parent exemptions shift from those with children younger than 18 to those with children younger than 14.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
As of 2025, upwards of 85% of Democrats agreed with public school vaccine requirements, but only roughly half of Republicans reported the same, down from 79% in October 2019, according to a survey from Pew Research Center.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
The incentives are contingent upon Multicut meeting net new job creation and salary requirements.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
Because of their sophistication, these types of dog trackers tend to come with higher costs (plus subscription requirements) compared to Bluetooth trackers, which are more budget-friendly and have a shorter range and are more ideal for nearby tracking.
—Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Under the Clean Slate Act, HB 1836, the state now has until 2029 to create, test and launch systems to automate the sealing of eligible low-level, nonviolent criminal records after an individual meets all requirements and remains crime-free for a sustained period.
—Brian Fabes, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Housing prices and rents are inflated by restrictive zoning laws, union work and pay scale mandates, excessive building codes and environmental requirements, litigation and planning process delays, anti-landlord policies that favor deadbeats and squatters, and the list goes on.
—Adam Summers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Court records do not explain why the more generous benefit and eligibility requirements in the first plan underwent significant revisions.
—Craig R. McCoy, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Exemptions from those work requirements are no longer automatic for veterans, people who are homeless, and former foster youth; and parent exemptions shift from those with children younger than 18 to those with children younger than 14.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
As of 2025, upwards of 85% of Democrats agreed with public school vaccine requirements, but only roughly half of Republicans reported the same, down from 79% in October 2019, according to a survey from Pew Research Center.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
The incentives are contingent upon Multicut meeting net new job creation and salary requirements.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
Because of their sophistication, these types of dog trackers tend to come with higher costs (plus subscription requirements) compared to Bluetooth trackers, which are more budget-friendly and have a shorter range and are more ideal for nearby tracking.
—Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for requirements
Noun
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The poll, conducted at the beginning of April, adds to a picture of economic gloom in the US, as Americans worry about the affordability of gas and other necessities and express pessimism about the job market.—
Morgan Chalfant,
semafor.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The clash between misguided concepts of individual freedom and the necessities of social responsibility won’t end soon.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Be direct about needs, set clear boundaries, and make sure everything is understood.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Innovative, imaginative solutions that meet growth in population, business and agricultural needs.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Those are musts if Minnesota plans to grab a game in this trip to Colorado.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2026
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Other musts include Yummi Yarns, Burnsville Candle Company, and Something Special Gift Shop, a local favorite for 40 years.—
Kristy Tolley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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