CEFR B1

demand

verb

Meaning

To ask for something forcefully, as if entitled to it, or to state that something must happen.

Examples

The union leaders demanded higher wages for their members.
She demanded to know who had given me the information.

Synonyms: ask, request, require, insist

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demand (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈmænd/

Definition

To ask for something forcefully, as if entitled to it, or to state that something must happen.

Examples

The union leaders demanded higher wages for their members.
She demanded to know who had given me the information.
The situation is becoming increasingly difficult, and it demands our immediate attention.

How to Use demand

demand that (prepositional phrase): To insist that a particular action should be taken. — "They demand that the company improve its safety standards."
demand for (prepositional phrase): To ask for something with force or authority, or to state a need or desire for something. — "The workers are making a demand for better working conditions."
in demand (collocation): When something is wanted by many people. — "Organic food is increasingly in demand."

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