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demand

[dih-mand, -mahnd] / dɪˈmænd, -ˈmɑnd /






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Analysts at Citigroup, led by Andrew Gardiner, said that as these are one- to two-year forecasts, they expect further hikes in capacity projections to come over time as demand is strong.

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

Robotic transporters carrying silicon wafers whizz by on overhead rails at a new factory that Kioxia, one of Japan's most valuable companies, hopes can help it meet overwhelming AI-driven demand.

From Barron's Jul. 15, 2026

However, sputtering domestic demand has stoked fears of a more entrenched downturn later this year, raising hopes for more policy easing.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

It also noted an imbalance between strong supply and weak demand in the domestic economy.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

And to demand that everyone else around you take care of you all the time, like that’s the most important thing, even if they’re scared, too...

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

But the track is too long, and the production is too polished to convey the rawness the song demands.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

The answer is that the real limiting factor for a racing driver as they age is mental rather than physical, as long as they are able to continue to meet the bodily demands.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

However, in a league that owners insist demands immediate reform, 23 of the 30 teams are within four games of a playoff spot.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

Digital rights defenders caution against broad-brush measures, and call for a "safety-by-design" approach where the EU demands certain features are removed.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

Celia demands, but her father only shakes his head.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

Tehran had demanded the ceasefire in Lebanon in order to conclude a memorandum of understanding with Washington on June 17.

From Barron's Jul. 14, 2026

When Roosevelt grew delirious from malaria and a leg infection and demanded to be left behind, his comrades conveyed him to safety.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

Last week, a group of about 50 residents rallied a block away from the warehouse, and demanded the company clean up the debris from the fire and then pack up and leave.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

Four members of the US Congress have demanded a fully independent and transparent investigation into Salgado's death.

From BBC Jul. 9, 2026

"Am I one of your suspects?" she demanded.

From "The Cinderella Ballet Mystery: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #4" by Carolyn Keene

To be clear, it’s not Mr. Sanders demanding an explanation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

Unions have strongly criticised VW and Blume for unsettling employees by allowing media reports of mass job cuts to circulate without comment, demanding the CEO take a public stand.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

Graham’s death was a reminder that age alone does not determine health or longevity; he was younger than many current members of Congress and remained active in one of Washington’s most demanding jobs.

From Salon Jul. 12, 2026

Because this part of the brain generally handles one demanding task at a time, it has long been viewed as a major limit on multitasking.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

Several months later, three hundred suffragists in Oakland, California, marched to a state political convention demanding the right to vote.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler




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