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Definition demanding in British English

demanding adjective

adjective
/dɪˈmɑːndɪŋ/
1

a demanding person needs a lot of attention and is not easily pleased or satisfied

Example

Young children can be very demanding.

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2

needing a lot of time, ability, and energy

Example

a demanding job

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Definition demanding in British English