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“The government issued a requisition for the abandoned building.”
The government officially demanded the use of the abandoned building for public purposes.
an official order laying claim to the use of property or materials
The military issued a requisition for all available trucks in the region.
The military officially demanded the use of all trucks in the area for transport.
Under the Public Health Act, the city can issue a requisition for any building needed for emergency use.
By law, the city has the authority to officially take control of any building required for public health emergencies.
Often used in legal or military contexts to describe the seizure of property for public or organizational use.
to demand the use or supply of something, especially by authority
The university requisitioned additional classroom space for the growing student body.
The university officially demanded the use of more classroom space to accommodate more students.
The army requisitioned food supplies from local farms.
The army officially took food supplies from nearby farms for its troops.
Commonly used in wartime or emergency situations where resources must be allocated by authority.
Requisition is a formal term. In everyday language, use 'demand', 'take', or 'seize' instead. For example, say 'The landlord took the furniture' rather than 'The landlord requisitioned the furniture.'
Requisition always involves an authoritative body (e.g., government, military, university) demanding the use of property or resources. It is not a voluntary action.
This term is most commonly used in legal, military, or governmental contexts. Ensure the context matches the formal nature of the word.
From Latin *requisitio(n-)*, from *requirere* meaning 'to seek again' or 'demand', with *re-* (again) + *quaerere* (to seek). The term entered English in the 15th century via Old French *requisition*.
Requisition is typically used in formal or legal contexts, such as government or military actions. It implies a legitimate but authoritative demand, often for public or organizational benefit. Avoid using it in casual contexts.