the necessary
noun
British, informal
: whatever is needed for some purpose
I'll do the necessary to get the job done.
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Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 June 2026
For example, Dublin Airport (DUB) and Montreal Trudeau International Airport (YUL) both have United States pre-clearance facilities, where a traveler goes through the necessary visit with a CBP officer before taking off.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026
In the Canary Islands and in remarks on the Spanish mainland, Leo has reaffirmed the right of migrants to flee but also to stay home, demanding their countries of origin provide the necessary economic and security conditions.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 June 2026
For example, Dublin Airport (DUB) and Montreal Trudeau International Airport (YUL) both have United States pre-clearance facilities, where a traveler goes through the necessary visit with a CBP officer before taking off.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026
In the Canary Islands and in remarks on the Spanish mainland, Leo has reaffirmed the right of migrants to flee but also to stay home, demanding their countries of origin provide the necessary economic and security conditions.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for the necessary
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“The necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20necessary. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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