demanded

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The commissioners demanded more transparency from developers about their operations and required them to comply with the county’s new development regulations before they would vote.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

She said Franck accused her of "lying" about being in France and demanded her location and hotel room.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The LAPD’s civilian watchdog has demanded an audit to ensure, as one official said during a May 12 meeting, that the unit’s actions aren’t “just a tip of the iceberg.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Decades ago following child traffic fatalities, Dutch citizens demanded change.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Finally, one day he stopped long enough to trot down to the board meeting— which had been going on for the better part of a week—and demanded his payment in full!

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney