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Language Research - Words
require · verb T /rəˈkwɑɪr/Full view
require
B1 to need or demand something
Dictionary examples:

If you require assistance with your bags, I’ll be glad to get someone to help you.

A building permit is required.

Training to be a doctor requires a lot of hard work.

Call this number if you require more information.

Skiing down a steep slope requires total concentration.

Learner example:

Weddings are very different in our country and require a lot of [prepara]tion. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Arabic)

require sb to do sth
B2 to officially demand that someone does something
Dictionary example:

You are required by law to produce a valid passport.

Learner example:

It may occur in the future that they are required to posses[s] knowledge of something they didn't study at school in order to get a job. (First Certificate in English; B2; Italian)

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