as in necessary
impossible to do without
this new CD is the requisite album of the year for classical music lovers
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as in requirement
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
Art 101 is a requisite for Art 201
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Recent Examples of requisite
Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
But there has been some question of whether LSU’s Campbell has the requisite length to continue playing left tackle in the NFL.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
There's a whole host of events on and around Easter Sunday on April 20 — a brunch cruise on the Portland Spirit, a candy and wine pairing and, of course the requisite egg hunt — to get you in the holiday spirit.
—Kale Williams, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
As a model for the future of progressive media, Piker checks only some of the requisite boxes.
—Andrew Marantz, The New Yorker, 17 Mar. 2025
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Moreover, this must be done reliably and repeatedly over any timescale or length-scale of interest, and with the requisite foundational principles, e.g. gravity, object permanence, thermodynamics or physical and chemical laws, correctly encapsulated.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
But there has been some question of whether LSU’s Campbell has the requisite length to continue playing left tackle in the NFL.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
There's a whole host of events on and around Easter Sunday on April 20 — a brunch cruise on the Portland Spirit, a candy and wine pairing and, of course the requisite egg hunt — to get you in the holiday spirit.
—Kale Williams, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
As a model for the future of progressive media, Piker checks only some of the requisite boxes.
—Andrew Marantz, The New Yorker, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for requisite
Adjective
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But the success of any of NASA’s plans depends on having the money and resources necessary to carry them out.—
Wendy Whitman Cobb,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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These companies feel like necessary building blocks of modern existence.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Applicants still need to meet requirements, such as having good moral character and being a lawful permanent resident at the time of their naturalization interview.—
Celina Tebor,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2025
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Applicants can usually comply with this requirement by bringing a credit or debit card statement and a utility bill.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Friends of Bear Creek Stables are tasked with asking for quotes for required coverage before making that decision.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
2 Apr. 2025
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According to the death review investigation, the facility conducted the required well-being checks on the resident every 30 minutes from 9:53 p.m. Oct. 18 through 2:13 a.m. Oct. 19.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The scene will portray oil workers getting in their trucks and heading to work, thus a dirty vehicle is a must.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2025
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Double Imperative Having two ovens – whether in a wall installation or as part of a range – is a must, Silverman declares.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Since 2014, the ACL Hall of Fame has honored artists who have played an essential role in the series’ half-century as a premier supporter of top-shelf music.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The practical necessity became more than just a safe place to hide during tornadoes.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The risks are too high to overlook the necessity of an all-encompassing approach to holistic cybersecurity.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The score is not only fantastic, but such an integral part of a narrative about the cultural and magical impact of music.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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Those raised in poverty become accustomed to setbacks, viewing them as integral parts of life's journey.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Who promises tomorrows to a whole needful planet, restrikes that match?—
Corey Van Landingham,
The New Yorker,
19 June 2023
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What sort of response was needful?—
Razib Khan,
Discover Magazine,
14 Jan. 2013
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“Requisite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/requisite. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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