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But modern shopping habits and off-the-rack fashion has meant most women buy something readymade and if necessary alter the garment to fit.
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
To dry indoors, use a sturdy drying rack, folding the blanket in half if necessary.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2025
Based on Rubio’s statement, the Trump administration intends to pressure Rwanda to honor its side of the agreement but will likely take action against the opposing side if necessary.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 13 Dec. 2025
Trim the mat to fit the corks if necessary.
—Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2025
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
To dry indoors, use a sturdy drying rack, folding the blanket in half if necessary.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2025
Based on Rubio’s statement, the Trump administration intends to pressure Rwanda to honor its side of the agreement but will likely take action against the opposing side if necessary.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 13 Dec. 2025
Trim the mat to fit the corks if necessary.
—Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2025
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“If necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/if%20necessary. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.
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