by necessity
idiom
: because of conditions that cannot be changed
The process is by necessity a slow one.
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After all, river vessels are compact by necessity, designed to navigate narrow waterways and low bridges.
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David Nikel, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The New Yorker of today, by necessity, has essentially become a daily publication.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
This was a decision motivated by necessity — there were no Black stuntwomen who could double for Grier at the time, a reflection both of her singular look and her pioneering status.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 20 Aug. 2025
Planning for retirement by necessity includes planning to make your savings last as long as possible.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2025
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David Nikel, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The New Yorker of today, by necessity, has essentially become a daily publication.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
This was a decision motivated by necessity — there were no Black stuntwomen who could double for Grier at the time, a reflection both of her singular look and her pioneering status.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 20 Aug. 2025
Planning for retirement by necessity includes planning to make your savings last as long as possible.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for by necessity
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“By necessity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20necessity. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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