Held and Required

Held

Held adjective - Occupied or in the control of; often used in combination.
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Synonyms for Held

Required and held are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Required" instead a verb "Held".

Required

Required adjective - Forcing one's compliance or participation by or as if by law.

Held and required are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Held" instead a verb "Required".

Nearby Words: requirement, requiring

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Both words in one sentence

  • The strength allows him to punch holes in solid concrete, but it's also required for another of his favorite moves: using his electricity to fire bullets held between his fingers.
  • Quiet Cry for Help In the Doctor Who story "Day of the Daleks", the Doctor is held prisoner and then required to reassure the Brigadier that all is well over the telephone.
  • To explain: the British parliamentary session is required to last up to 5 years, though elections have often been held earlier.
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