requirement
noun
re·quire·ment
ri-ˈkwī(-ə)r-mənt 
Examples of requirement in a Sentence
He has met the basic requirements for graduation.
She has fulfilled the general requirements of the course.
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Sachs said additional data about Idahoans would likely have to be collected to fulfill the requirements.
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Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 2 Apr. 2026
The committee substitute aligned the bill with federal requirements, beginning the start of co-pays in October 2028 and reducing them to $5 for all health care services and $1 for prescription medications.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Apr. 2026
The change in eligibility requirements comes from federal policy updates barring certain asylees, refugees, parolees, individuals with deportation or removal withheld, conditional entrants and victims of trafficking from accessing Cal Fresh, according to the Department of Public Social Services.
—Michele Gile, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Public spaces are designed with accessibility in mind, including elevator access to all floors, and staff are trained to assist with specific requirements.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
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Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 2 Apr. 2026
The committee substitute aligned the bill with federal requirements, beginning the start of co-pays in October 2028 and reducing them to $5 for all health care services and $1 for prescription medications.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Apr. 2026
The change in eligibility requirements comes from federal policy updates barring certain asylees, refugees, parolees, individuals with deportation or removal withheld, conditional entrants and victims of trafficking from accessing Cal Fresh, according to the Department of Public Social Services.
—Michele Gile, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Public spaces are designed with accessibility in mind, including elevator access to all floors, and staff are trained to assist with specific requirements.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
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requirement
noun
re·quire·ment
ri-ˈkwī(ə)r-mənt
: something that is required or necessary
requirements for graduation
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