Example Sentences

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He also announced an overhaul of the state bureaucracy that would reduce the number of ministries and trim the the state workforce, a plan that requires parliamentary approval in July.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Meanwhile, a last-minute splurge on tickets requires a firm grasp of your household finances and may mean giving up other things you want, such as eating out and shopping, for a while.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

It requires a trustee, investment adviser or pension manager to subordinate his interests to the interests of the beneficiary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

A nameless handyman with a mysterious past that receives, and requires, no explanation, Miao’s face is plenty expressive.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Such a test usually involves controlled conditions, and often requires special equipment.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton