by necessity

idiom

: because of conditions that cannot be changed

The process is by necessity a slow one.

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However, some people, either by necessity or personal challenge, feel the need to hit the road and confront the elements head on. —Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026

At a moment when venture is perhaps more competitive than ever—and there are certainly some solo GPs out there making their mark—there’s an argument that as lines blur between disciplines in an AI-ified world, venture is by necessity a team sport. —Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026

Holmes played his first NBA rotation minutes only two weeks ago, receiving a temporary promotion by necessity with Jokic and backup center Jonas Valanciunas injured. —Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 16 Jan. 2026

And by necessity, What is a woman, anyway? —Literary Hub, 16 Jan. 2026