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meet the requirements

Idioms  
  1. Satisfy the conditions, as in This grade of lumber does not meet our requirements, or Lynn did not meet the requirements for this position. This expression uses meet in the sense of “satisfy,” a usage dating from the early 1800s. Also see measure up, def. 2.


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The UK has shorter settlement routes, including five-year routes available to people who meet the requirements of certain immigration categories.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

But they didn’t meet the requirements for getting two additional awards of 15 points.

From Los Angeles Times May 16, 2026

Krysten does meet the requirements to stay on Medicaid, which she’s thankful for.

From Slate Apr. 19, 2026

Moderna said it had received a Refusal-to-File letter, which would indicate the application did not meet the requirements for substantive review.

From Barron's Feb. 11, 2026

“And so, as long as you continue to meet the requirements, you have a guaranteed spot for next spring.”

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson

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