desiderations

noun

Definition of desiderationsnext
plural of desideration
as in desiderata

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  1. requirements
  2. necessities
  3. essentials
Noun
  • The Vulcan can be launched with up to six strap ons depending on mission requirements.
    William Harwood, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • By securing these requirements, the writers aim to preserve the pipeline for junior staffers to gain experience on shows and rise through the ranks to eventually become showrunners.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of requirements
Noun
  • Students need to learn to budget with an income in mind and the cost of necessities.
    Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
  • According to Prosper Insights & Analytics, retail consumers are becoming more pragmatic in their shopping approaches, prioritizing cost savings over store loyalty and focusing on necessities over other forms of spending such as entertainment or travel.
    Gary Drenik, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of necessities
Noun
  • Many of our favorite early Way Day deals are on kitchen appliances, cookware and dining essentials.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
  • With a sizable main compartment and multiple front pockets, the duffel can hold all of the essentials and then some whether on a plane, train, or bus.
    Casey Clark, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of essentials
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