Example Sentences

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“I am demanding a vote on the floor of the United States Senate.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

"I am demanding and always trying to understand how we can feel stronger. After the match I told the players we have to be more demanding."

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

"I am demanding that this detestable behavior be stopped immediately," she told Politico.

From Salon • Oct. 5, 2021

“I am demanding inane gossip from my friends.”

From The Verge • Nov. 2, 2020

Perhaps I am demanding more than is my due.

From The Mother's Recompense, Volume 1 A Sequel to Home Influence by Aguilar, Grace