mandatory

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The services are not mandatory, a senior defense analyst with knowledge of Pentagon operations told The Times, but some who work closely with Hegseth’s office feel an “implied pressure” to attend and “fill seats.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The CMA's investigation found that people booking lessons online between April and December last year were initially shown prices that did not include a mandatory booking fee.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Another letter says staff must undergo mandatory “cultural competency training that focuses on residents who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Many K-pop boy bands have faced career downturns after completing mandatory military service, in a fiercely competitive industry where momentum is hard to regain.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Our Victory Tour interview with Caesar Flickerman was mandatory viewing.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins