how to use "entail" in sentences

 The word "entail" means to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence. It suggests that one thing leads to or requires another.

Here are some examples of how to use "entail" in sentences:

General Usage:

• This new project will entail a lot of extra work.

  (The project requires or will involve a lot of extra work.)

• A new job often entails a period of adjustment.

  (A new job necessarily includes a period of adjustment.)

• Achieving success in this field entails a great deal of hard work and dedication.

  (Success in this field requires or is a consequence of hard work.)

More Formal or Business Context:

• The new policy may entail some unforeseen challenges.

  (The policy could involve some unexpected problems.)

• Restructuring the company will entail significant changes to our workflow.

  (Restructuring will necessitate major changes to our workflow.)

• The research suggests that this approach does not entail any additional risks.

  (This approach does not involve any extra risks.)

Using "entail" with a "what" or "which" clause:

• The committee is discussing what the new regulations will entail for small businesses.

  (The committee is discussing what the new regulations will involve.)

• We need to be clear about the responsibilities which our roles entail.

  (We need to be clear about the responsibilities that our roles involve.)

Key takeaways:

• "Entail" is a transitive verb, meaning it always takes a direct object (e.g., "entails a lot of work," "entails a consequence").

• It is a more formal alternative to words like "involve," "require," or "necessitate."

• It's often used when talking about the consequences, requirements, or logical outcomes of a decision, action, or situation.