- present tense form of require (3rd person singular).
requires
Example Sentences
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None of this requires picking the winning robot.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026
It’s a sign of discomfort that requires medical attention.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026
Leukaemia is cancer of the white blood cells, and acute leukaemia means it progresses quickly and aggressively, and usually requires immediate treatment.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
This is four years, a tennis lifetime, returning to an individual sport which requires intense stamina and mental discipline.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
“Because everything requires energy,” she recites obediently, eyes still focused on her hand.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
