Require Required Verb Rɪˈkwaɪə(R Rɪˈkwaɪər Pets Lot Care

• these pets require a lot of care and attention.
• deciphering the code requires an expert.
• this condition requires urgent treatment.
• do you require anything else? (= in a shop/store, for example)

require

Verb Forms

1. to need something; to depend on somebody/something
• These pets require a lot of care and attention.
• Deciphering the code requires an expert.
• This condition requires urgent treatment.
• Do you require anything else? (= in a shop/store, for example)
• These plants absolutely require shade.
• True marriage requires us to show trust and loyalty.
• The situation required that he be present.
• The situation required that he should be present.
• Lentils do not require soaking before cooking.

Extra Examples

• The scheme will require a high level of investment.
• Friendships do not just happen; they require effort.
• They are trying to reduce the time required to complete the process.
• These changes require vast amounts of capital
• Sufficient moisture is required for good growth.
• More research is urgently required before conclusions can be drawn.
• The plants usually require treatment each year.
• Your services are no longer required.
• Force is required in order to open it.
• Applying online requires less time and effort.
2. to make somebody do or have something, especially because it is necessary according to a particular law or set of rules
• I just require a signature on the form.
• The wearing of seat belts is required by law.
• ‘Hamlet’ is required reading (= must be read) for this course.
• Several students failed to reach the required standard.
• What exactly is required of a receptionist (= what are they expected to do)?
• All candidates will be required to take a short test.
• All adults are legally required to pay the tax.
• We require that you comply with the following rules:…
• The law requires that everyone wear a seat belt.

Extra Examples

• The government's ruling will require widespread changes in classroom practices.
• Graduates should possess the knowledge and skills required by industry.
• Students were required to provide a written proposal.
• Such use may require approval by federal regulatory agencies.
• The workshop is free, but booking is required.
• Farmers will be required to pay for the testing.
• These are the conditions required under the terms of the agreement.

Word Origin

• late Middle English: from Old French requere, from Latin requirere, from re- (expressing intensive force) + quaerere ‘seek’.