as necessary

phrase

: 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, 6 July 2026 Benjamin recommends deep cleaning your vent covers only as necessary. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 July 2026 The dealers will inspect and repair or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge, as part of the recall remedy, NHTSA said. Reuters, NBC news, 30 June 2026 The administration defends its actions, including massive layoffs at government health agencies, as necessary to eliminate wasteful spending. Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 1 July 2026 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 10 Jul. 2026.

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