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Mandatory

MA-nduh-taw-ree

/ˈmændʌˌtɔːriː/

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mandatory

Dictionary meaning

Required by rule.

Synonyms: compulsory

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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