demands

Example Sentences

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“Everybody is concerned that China’s strong demands are going to end up hurting Taiwan,” said Liang Wen-chieh, deputy head of Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

AI is putting huge demands on not just generation but also the grid.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Big banks have already been acquiescing to Musk’s unusual demands, including paying up front for Grok subscriptions, thus juicing SpaceX’s flagging A.I. revenue.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

The PM is digging in - and steadfastly refusing to give in to demands to set a timetable for his departure.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

As I’m putting gas in the van, Hannah demands shotgun and forces Dalton to the back.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith