the necessary

noun

British, informal

: whatever is needed for some purpose

I'll do the necessary to get the job done.

Examples of the necessary in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Red Sox still have time to make the necessary moves, and even if the club goes into Opening Day with this group the offense should still be able to score plenty of runs. —Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 5 Feb. 2026

Nanos previously said Nancy Guthrie did not leave the home by herself, pointing to her limited mobility and a health condition that could prove to be fatal if the necessary medication was not taken within 24 hours. —Julia Bonavita , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 4 Feb. 2026

Over has sought out estimates for her dental work nationwide and even sought information on receiving the necessary procedures internationally. —Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026

By comparison, Dogwood Park East has the necessary amenities in place – like restrooms, parking, shelters and a playground. —Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026

Rhymes for the necessary

• accretionary
• apothecary
• bicentenary
• certiorari
• concessionary
• concretionary
• confectionary
• confectionery
• constabulary
• contemporary
• deflationary
• depositary