In English"demand"is a commonly used verb that denotes requesting, demanding, or demanding something or a certain behavior. Here are some of its common uses and collocations:
Direct object
For example: she demanded an explanation(She asks for an explanation.) )
They asked for a report. they demanded a report.
Indirect object
For example: he demanded of her a full explanation(He asks her for a detailed explanation.) )
They came up with more information to their customers. they demanded more information from the client.
Verb phrases
Demand Payment
demand justice
Demand attention
Fixed matching
demand for something: For example, there is a high demand for organic food(Organic food is in high demand.) )
demand that + clause (request): For example, she demanded that he apologize immediately(She demanded an immediate apology.) )
demand to do something: For example, the protesters demanded to speak with the manager(*) asks to speak with a manager.) )
Other expressions
In demand: Indicates that something or someone is welcomed or in high demand, for example, this product is in high demand(This product is in high demand.) )
Meet demands: Indicates that someone's requirements or needs are met, for example, the company must meet the demands of its customers(The company must meet the needs of its customers.) )
demand"The usage is very flexible and can be used in a variety of scenarios and contexts to express a strong demand, request, or need.