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as in challenging
requiring much time, effort, or careful attention
the demanding assignment kept them working all night long
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2
as in exacting
hard to please
will play before a demanding audience of music critics, who are not easily impressed
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as in difficult
requiring considerable physical or mental effort
the demanding task of reading and grading student compositions
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as in requiring
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
the losing party demanded a recount of the votes cast in the election
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as in needing
to have as a requirement
a task that demands one's unremitting attention
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as in asking
to set or receive as a price
superstars of the big screen who demand millions for appearing in a movie
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Recent Examples of demanding
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
The biggest difference between these two cases is that Karius had played consistently leading into that final, whereas Kinsky had not played a first-team match since October before being thrust into one of the most demanding environments in club football.
—Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Arkansas Online, 5 Mar. 2026
What's more clear is the administration's use of administrative subpoenas, sent to tech companies like Google or Meta, demanding personal information to unmask anonymous accounts.
—Meg Anderson, NPR, 4 Mar. 2026
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High in California’s Central Coast, the vineyards of PATRIMONY Estate occupy some of the most demanding terrain in the Adelaida District.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
The biggest difference between these two cases is that Karius had played consistently leading into that final, whereas Kinsky had not played a first-team match since October before being thrust into one of the most demanding environments in club football.
—Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
That set off a furor that prompted Congress to pass legislation demanding that the Justice Department release the files.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Mar. 2026
What's more clear is the administration's use of administrative subpoenas, sent to tech companies like Google or Meta, demanding personal information to unmask anonymous accounts.
—Meg Anderson, NPR, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demanding
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The still-to-close merger, announced on social media Tuesday, will maintain separate brands while sharing brewing facilities and other resources, helping both companies navigate a challenging craft beer industry and explore new opportunities for growth.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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This means 26 wines, which has proven a challenging but really fun experience.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2026
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That meant that creditors had to follow the more exacting claim process.—
Virginia Hammerle,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
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The company does acknowledge that potential issues may affect timelines – including that CNC machining titanium to tight tolerances being an exacting, expensive process.—
Omar Kardoudi
March 05,
New Atlas,
5 Mar. 2026
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Kansas played the Blue Devils close and made life difficult for Duke freshman Cameron Boozer, largely thanks to Flory Bidunga’s defense.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2026
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Parents in attendance shared appreciation for seeing teens connect with older adults, especially during a stage of life when meaningful conversation at home can sometimes feel more difficult.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Another suggestion was requiring special sound-deadening balls, currently available, that lower the decibel levels considerably.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Lakers took the bumpy route to overtime, requiring maximum execution on a play where the odds sway heavily against the individual.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Korea entered its final game of pool play not just needing a win, but to beat Australia by at least five runs (assuming a regular nine-inning game).—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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After needing to qualify for the playoffs through the NBA’s play-in tournament in each of the last three seasons, the Miami Heat’s goal this regular season is to avoid the play-in.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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As the developers described the plan, residents began asking other questions, often interrupting.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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Impacts could range from restrictions on pools and water parks, to temporarily shutting down water-intensive economic activities, including potentially some agriculture, and asking people to reduce their consumption, said Lambert in Doha.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
11 Mar. 2026
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2026
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Adjust a subscription or renegotiate a small fee, then record the change, because tracking progress reinforces confidence and protects your careful planning.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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In 2008, Klay Thompson of Santa Margarita scored 37 points and made a record seven three-pointers at the notoriously tough Arco Arena in Sacramento to help the Eagles win the Division III title over Sacramento 72-55.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Punch made multiple tough baskets and got to the free-throw line as the Jayhawks struggled with his physicality.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Demanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demanding. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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