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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Shein fully complies with local regulations in France and pays all required taxes.
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Fill in all the required information and then watch for your photo to be part of the online gallery.
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The Priority Pass Private experience begins with a personal meet and greet at the airport before travelers are escorted through the check-in process and any required immigration and security checks.
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The program will consist of six required courses emphasizing data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and financial markets.
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Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Fill in all the required information and then watch for your photo to be part of the online gallery.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The Priority Pass Private experience begins with a personal meet and greet at the airport before travelers are escorted through the check-in process and any required immigration and security checks.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
The program will consist of six required courses emphasizing data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and financial markets.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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“Required.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/required. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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