if necessary

phrase

: if it is needed
Apply another coat of paint if necessary.

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Herzog may grant Eisenkot an additional 14 days to fulfill his task if necessary. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2026 One would be to add this bill to a new continuing resolution, if necessary. — Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2026 To reconcile this, retail teams often have to do things the hard way—comparing product identifiers when available, exploring different keywords, or even doing manual competitive shopping if necessary. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026 Handle what truly needs you, and protect a smaller version of your original intention if necessary. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for if necessary

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“If necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/if%20necessary. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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