demand
verb (used with object)
to ask for with proper authority; claim as a right.
will be demanding
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future progressiveof demand.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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“Customers will be demanding a change from the current models for sure. I do think that revenue models will be challenged,” said Kathy Kay, executive vice president and chief information officer of Principal Financial Group.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 2026
Developing nations will be demanding some actual detail about this at COP30.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2025
As Slot pointed out, Liverpool's recent poor run was unacceptable and he will be demanding, and hoping, for an immediate improvement in performances and results to relieve the pressure.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2025
“Christie will be demanding, pay attention to detail, and will also make sure we defend and play hard. I love her energy and believe she is a perfect fit for our young, talented team.”
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 4, 2022
Let him get on this job, and before you know it the public will be demanding, be fighting for a chance to subscribe to the new ventilating-service.
From The Air Trust by George Allan England
