1
as in requirements
something that someone insists upon having
agreed to the customer's demand for a refund
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2
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
Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2025
While there is an onus on the travel industry to shrink its footprint, tackling a crisis as vast as climate change demands collective action from all industries.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025
The petition demands the withdrawal of the kosher certification and clearer communication about Sammoudi’s posts.
—Ben Sales, Sun Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2025
If your work demands all your creative energy, here are some ways to nurture your artistic spark without turning it into another task on your to-do list.
—Sara Wesche, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Continue reading … 'CHAOTIC' – Democratic lawmaker demands Musk, OPM stop sending mass emails to staffers.
—Fox News, 28 Feb. 2025
This challenge demands thoughtful leadership and a commitment to fiscal responsibility.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Beyond The Basics Successful investing requires mastering behavioral tendencies, and effective retirement planning demands a clear view of your financial reality.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The Power Of Regular Reviews Your retirement strategy demands regular monitoring and adjustment.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Verb
People seek faith, and faith, by its nature, demands the embrace of what reason resists.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2025
While there is an onus on the travel industry to shrink its footprint, tackling a crisis as vast as climate change demands collective action from all industries.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025
The petition demands the withdrawal of the kosher certification and clearer communication about Sammoudi’s posts.
—Ben Sales, Sun Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2025
If your work demands all your creative energy, here are some ways to nurture your artistic spark without turning it into another task on your to-do list.
—Sara Wesche, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Continue reading … 'CHAOTIC' – Democratic lawmaker demands Musk, OPM stop sending mass emails to staffers.
—Fox News, 28 Feb. 2025
This challenge demands thoughtful leadership and a commitment to fiscal responsibility.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Beyond The Basics Successful investing requires mastering behavioral tendencies, and effective retirement planning demands a clear view of your financial reality.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The Power Of Regular Reviews Your retirement strategy demands regular monitoring and adjustment.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demands
Noun
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Additionally, organizations should consider their specific connectivity requirements, such as bandwidth, latency and security, to ensure that the NaaS solution can effectively meet these demands.—
Claudio Saes,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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This approach ensures that an organization’s data privacy and security requirements are consistently met through lifecycle management, where data repositories are continuously organized, even as new data is added.—
Jesse Todd,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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That’s why remittances and the online supermarkets have been a lifeline for many Cubans — the government sells groceries and other necessities in dollar stores but pays monthly salaries in pesos worth around $15, and much less to those on pensions.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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Research by Harvard Business Publishing has identified key leadership capabilities required during challenging times, highlighting that successful approaches balance operational necessities with genuine human connection.—
Kara Dennison, SPHR, CPRW, EC,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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And if someone got in his way, Rick asks?—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
30 Mar. 2025
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When an airline announces their flight has been oversold, and asks if any passengers are willing to take a later flight, this is a perfect time to request both compensation and an upgrade.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The front requires the extra task of removing the headlamp first and then reattaching it after installing the rack.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Confronting the incoming president’s hostility thus requires not only engaging him directly but also finding ways to manage his supporters.—
Allison Carnegie,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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While luxury skincare often commands higher price points, affordability and inclusivity are becoming key factors in building a sustainable brand.—
Lara Devgan,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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Suzuki’s cars took off, and today the company’s Indian subsidiary commands around 40 percent of the country’s passenger car market.—
River Akira Davis,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Demands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demands. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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