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as in requirements
something that someone insists upon having
agreed to the customer's demand for a refund
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as in markets
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
a steadily declining demand for film cameras
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as in necessities
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
we are very confident that our new employee is fully equal to the demands of the job
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as in requests
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 needs
to have as a requirement
a task that demands one's unremitting attention
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as in asks
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 demands
Kif Leswing, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Earlier, Senate Democrats rejected Republican proposals to address their demands through an executive order or separate legislation, which would not require the existing measure to go back through the House.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, Arkansas Online, 30 Jan. 2026
But an explosive row broke out between the hierarchy and Nuno, who felt the squad was unequipped for the schedule’s demands.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Schumer outlined Democrats' demands on Wednesday, which include ending roving patrols and tightening rules governing the use of warrants.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Senate Democrats have three main demands for reforming the Department of Homeland Security in the wake of Pretti's killing, including more accountability for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
The lab views the approach as a step toward scalable, flexible manufacturing systems built for modern production demands.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
What is offered in Nike’s turquoise sneaker is a softened, market-safe version of his legacy, stripped of its demands.
—Debbie Millman, Time, 22 Jan. 2026
Shamilee Vellu, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
Most investors in African startups focus on making equity investments, banking on a model that demands years-long patience with expectations for multifold returns should their portfolio companies become successful.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 30 Jan. 2026
With an itinerary that can swing from luaus to local restaurants and misty uplands to deep-sea diving, Hawaii demands a packing list as versatile as the islands themselves.
—Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Johnson and his teammates know how to play to the crowd, and all of it within reason as Bibby demands discipline and fundamentals.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
For those who don't know, Bucky Ball demands high intensity on both ends of the floor — a fast tempo on offense and a full-court press on defense.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
That’s what voters are asking for, what this moment demands, and what New Yorkers deserve.
—Ana María Archila, New York Daily News, 30 Jan. 2026
Without transparent, timely data, public attention has been muted, and coordination across CPS, the city and community partners has been more difficult than this moment demands.
—Daniel Anello, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Saturn brings accountability, Neptune dissolves illusions and Aries demands action.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
Sales could be even better, Apple said, if the company could secure enough chips to meet its customers’ iPhone demands.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Earlier, Senate Democrats rejected Republican proposals to address their demands through an executive order or separate legislation, which would not require the existing measure to go back through the House.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, Arkansas Online, 30 Jan. 2026
But an explosive row broke out between the hierarchy and Nuno, who felt the squad was unequipped for the schedule’s demands.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Schumer outlined Democrats' demands on Wednesday, which include ending roving patrols and tightening rules governing the use of warrants.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Senate Democrats have three main demands for reforming the Department of Homeland Security in the wake of Pretti's killing, including more accountability for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
The lab views the approach as a step toward scalable, flexible manufacturing systems built for modern production demands.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
What is offered in Nike’s turquoise sneaker is a softened, market-safe version of his legacy, stripped of its demands.
—Debbie Millman, Time, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
Apart from the logistical challenges, the setting demands a certain stately nostalgia.
—Shamilee Vellu, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
Most investors in African startups focus on making equity investments, banking on a model that demands years-long patience with expectations for multifold returns should their portfolio companies become successful.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 30 Jan. 2026
With an itinerary that can swing from luaus to local restaurants and misty uplands to deep-sea diving, Hawaii demands a packing list as versatile as the islands themselves.
—Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Johnson and his teammates know how to play to the crowd, and all of it within reason as Bibby demands discipline and fundamentals.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
For those who don't know, Bucky Ball demands high intensity on both ends of the floor — a fast tempo on offense and a full-court press on defense.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
That’s what voters are asking for, what this moment demands, and what New Yorkers deserve.
—Ana María Archila, New York Daily News, 30 Jan. 2026
Without transparent, timely data, public attention has been muted, and coordination across CPS, the city and community partners has been more difficult than this moment demands.
—Daniel Anello, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Saturn brings accountability, Neptune dissolves illusions and Aries demands action.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demands
Noun
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Organizations should approach this evaluation with realistic expectations about the supervision requirements and plan for hybrid workflows where human operators correct and guide robotic systems through their initial learning phases.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Democratic state lawmakers want to allow Georgia cities to adopt sanctuary policies and eliminate requirements for local sheriffs to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.—
Lautaro Grinspan,
AJC.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For travel retail, this means exposure to shifting passenger demographics, new digital expectations, and the risk of regulatory divergence across markets.—
Kevin Rozario,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Whatever the Fed decides, comments from its chair, Jerome Powell, following the decision could sway stock and bond markets.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Palestinians in Gaza who spoke with the AP in recent weeks questioned whether the ceasefire's next steps will improve conditions, pointing to ongoing bloodshed and ongoing challenges in securing basic necessities.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Palestinians in Gaza who spoke to The Associated Press in recent weeks questioned whether moving into phase two of the ceasefire will improve conditions on the ground, pointing to ongoing bloodshed and challenges securing basic necessities.—
Julia Frankel,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Mu Hee’s visits her Uncle and Aunt, and requests them to ask her father the whereabouts of her mother.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Boston’s tendency to ignore federal civil detainer requests due to the Trust Act led to a squabble between ICE and Boston Police last year that centered around a discrepancy in how many detainer requests the respective sides reported for 2024.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, if a child or creative partner needs reassurance, your practical words can vanquish their anxieties and ensure any plans move forward without pressure.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Jan. 2026
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Every great travel wardrobe needs a reliable layer, which is why the Bond Tank by Lioness on Amazon is a no-brainer—especially for 50 percent off.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Anna asks as her mother sits in the bathtub on a stool shampooing her daughter’s hair.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Inside the facility, Angela empties her pockets, a guard scans her with a metal-detection wand, pats her down and asks her to spread her legs.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Both sunscreen and bug spray are absolute musts during the summer.—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
19 Jan. 2026
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Renegar says that mousse and a vent brush are musts to add volume to the hair and turn it under with some bend.—
Elise Tabin,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The documents were disclosed under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the law enacted after months of public and political pressure that requires the government to open its files on the late financier and his confidante and onetime girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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This fast-growing, durable plant is a good choice to stabilize a bank and requires little maintenance.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Demands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demands. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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