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as in to require
to have as a requirement
a national crisis that needs a strong leader to solve it
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as in lack
a state of being without something necessary, desirable, or useful
when it came time to wrap the presents, he found he was in need of adhesive tape
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as in must
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
got a job that barely provided for his basic needs
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as in obligation
something one must do because of prior agreement
no need to apologize
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as in poverty
the state of lacking sufficient money or material possessions
donating money to help those in need
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Recent Examples of need
Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 May 2025
Key Takeaways Compost piles that smell bad usually have poor airflow, excess moisture, or an imbalance of ingredients that needs to be corrected.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2025
Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 22 May 2025
Piastri’s McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, didn’t want to comment when pressed on some of the scenes involved, respecting the need not to give away spoilers.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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Verb
This is occurring a quarter sooner than previously announced and will be completed without needing to retire additional debt, giving Pitney Bowes more cash flexibility going forward.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 May 2025
Key Takeaways Compost piles that smell bad usually have poor airflow, excess moisture, or an imbalance of ingredients that needs to be corrected.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2025
Noun
The legal filing, signed by Taylor, referenced the need to protect Kohberger’s constitutional rights to a fair trial, including to provide enough time for the defense to review all outstanding investigation materials to prepare to defend their client effectively.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 22 May 2025
Piastri’s McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, didn’t want to comment when pressed on some of the scenes involved, respecting the need not to give away spoilers.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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Technical safety oversight roles often require highly skilled professionals who have other employment prospects, and a sense of mission and stability plays a major role in drawing and keeping such talent, Connery argued.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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That perfect lawn typically requires supplemental irrigation, fertilizer, regular mowing and often pesticide applications.—
Dawn Pettinelli,
Hartford Courant,
18 May 2025
Noun
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After two days exploring Barcelona, Spain, Napton was surprised at the lack of political discourse.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Morehouse graduates applaud the honor Part of the tragedy of Hubert’s lynching was a lack of awareness surrounding his story among Morehouse graduates until only recently, several alumni said.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
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With Chrome attackers looking to bypass 2FA protections, and compromise passwords, proactive defensive measures are a must.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Our main takeaway: comfy travel outfits are a must.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2025
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Small slivers of the population in cities, towns, and counties across the U.S., nearly every spring, are able to saddle their fellow residents with millions and in some cases billions of dollars worth of new tax and spending obligation.—
Patrick Gleason,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Wyden demanded detailed answers by May 22, including which officials signed off on the dismissals and how the department plans to fulfill its legal obligations under FOIA moving forward.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
18 May 2025
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It’s been 14 years since the Census Bureau began issuing reports on poverty that factored in the cost of living.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Those who qualify have income at or below four times the federal poverty level of $32,150 for a family of four or have medical debt that is 5% or more of their income.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
22 May 2025
Verb
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The organization supports progressive candidates who want to run for local office.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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But what Ellie really wants is adult responsibilities.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
19 May 2025
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Apart from those violations, the CPSC says the swings also fail to meet mandatory warning requirements required to inform parents of the risks of death or serious injury to infants.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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System requirements: Windows or macOS with an available USB 2.0 port or PlayStation 5 gaming console.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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The pain of loss and the pain of (some) responsibility for ending a Cup run must be overwhelming.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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Your routines, responsibilities, employment or health could have all budded happily.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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“Need.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/need. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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