CLAMORS (FOR) Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

clamors (for)

verb

present tense third-person singular of clamor (for)

as in demands

to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority a dozen customers clamoring for service all at once

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The beating sun, and therefore sweaty, sunburned skin, demands a looser fit that’s light-as-air, and this popover style is perfect to throw on and go.

— Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 21 July 2026
Buffett's philosophy demands understandable businesses with predictable cash flows, a stark contrast to drug development's long, uncertain path and complex variables.

— Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of demands

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When a processor requests data, the chip instantly converts CXL memory requests into DDR5 commands, retrieves the required information, and sends it back in real time.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
In audio released from a distress call made by Wells’ friends, the caller requests towing assistance after a boat malfunction.

— Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2026

Definition of requests

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Iran claims the Strait of Hormuz is under its control and has frequently attacked vessels that do not adhere to its instructions.

— Salma Arafa, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
But these types of cases, especially ones where the petitioner claims ineffective assistance of counsel, are hard to win, two defense attorneys told the Statesman.

— Alex Brizee July 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026

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