require

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And prosecutions typically require not only the cooperation of the extortion victim, but also the public airing of the private matters that led to the conduct in question, particularly if the case goes to trial.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

But the tradeoff could be worth it: lower toxicity, more targeted action, and the potential for a localized treatment that does not require tenting an entire home.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

He said the culvert in question had a debris screen which did not require a padlock.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

If anything is ultimately found, authorities will return to dig, which would require another warrant, which means “you are going to see some delays,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

We set out for Babci’s on a perfect August afternoon, meeting at the train station, me carrying one small bag—the country did not require much of a wardrobe—and Olka bearing a trunk.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman