of necessity

phrase

: in such a way that it cannot be otherwise
also : as a necessary consequence
further changes will occur of necessity

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The board unanimously approved a resolution of necessity, finding the district had met the legal requirements to move forward with acquiring the property. Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2026

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“Of necessity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/of%20necessity. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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