in need

phrase

: in a condition of needing something (such as the things one needs to live)
a charity that raises money for women and children in need

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In addition, the hotel donates recycled soaps and toiletries to those in need at the Jongno-gu Welfare Center. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026 For many of the Rochester Christian University students participating, the annual service day is an opportunity to connect with the community while helping those in need. — Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026 Conwell’s outside shooting is what gives him a real chance to play early in his NBA career, with the Heat in need of three-point shooting around its new leading duo of Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026 This hampers several of my favorite performances, especially Harper, whose Ben is full of sarcastic indignation, and June Laporte as Ginny, an aspiring reporter in need of proper mentoring. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in need

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“In need.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20need. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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