no need

idiom

used to say that something is not necessary
"I'll get someone to help you." "No need. I can do it myself."
often followed by to + verb
There's no need to apologize.
There's no need to shout. I can hear you.
often + for
There's no need for him to apologize.
There's no need for you to shout.
The doctor says that there's no need for surgery.

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There is no need to enter a code, as clicking our link will automatically secure the welcome offer. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025 The dress is designed to be oversized, so no need to size up—grab your usual size and go. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2025 For families, the villas are also pre-stocked with bulky-but-essential items like a highchair and Pack-n-Play, so there’s no need to overpack or deal with the unnecessary hassle of hauling these supplies with you. Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025 And no need to worry about cookies sticking to the baking sheet or having to bang the muffin tin against the counter to pop them out. Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for no need

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“No need.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no%20need. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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