require

/ɹɪˈkwaɪə/verb
Elementary
1

To demand, to insist upon (having); to call for authoritatively.

2

Naturally to demand (something) as indispensable; to need, to call for as necessary.

3

To demand (of someone) to do something.

4

To ask (someone) for something; to request.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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