as necessary

idiom

: as needed
Take as much time as necessary.

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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2025 Also, your wishes or circumstances could change over time, so all these documents should be reviewed at least annually and updated as necessary. Liz Weston, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2025 Some context: With World War I in full swing, US lawmakers who drafted and passed the Immigration Act of 1917 characterized it as necessary for the country’s security. Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 17 May 2025 After each response, guide me to view this obstacle as necessary for growth. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for as necessary

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“As necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20necessary. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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