Synonyms for Require (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (require as useful, just, or proper):
ask, demand, involve, necessitate, need, postulate, take, postulate, call for
WordNet sense 2 (have need of):
want
WordNet sense 3 (consider obligatory; request and expect):
expect
WordNet sense 4 (make someone do something):
command, compel
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