as in to require
to have as a requirement
getting new shoes would necessitate another trip to the mall
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Recent Examples of necessitate
The fall necessitated a prolonged period of recovery.
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Caroline Lillian Schopp, Artforum, 13 May 2026
While many demands are predictable, necessitating responsibility and hard work, some catch us off guard.
—Joan M. Cook, Time, 12 May 2026
Turns out, this necessitated a meta lesson behind the camera.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
The pivot from sculpture to video games was necessitated by current events, said a member of the group.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
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Caroline Lillian Schopp, Artforum, 13 May 2026
While many demands are predictable, necessitating responsibility and hard work, some catch us off guard.
—Joan M. Cook, Time, 12 May 2026
Turns out, this necessitated a meta lesson behind the camera.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
The pivot from sculpture to video games was necessitated by current events, said a member of the group.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for necessitate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necessitate
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Beginning in February 2026, foreign visitors have been required to pay a small entry fee to access the landmark as city officials attempt to better manage crowds and preserve the historic site.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Irrigation systems may require a truly astronomical amount of water.—
Caroline Rose Giuliani,
New Yorker,
19 May 2026
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Most bills are subject to a filibuster and thus need 60 votes for passage — meaning Republicans must find some Democratic support in the 53-47 Senate.—
Mary Clare Jalonick,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Nick Tsafos, partner-in-charge at EisnerAmper in New York, said lenders need to independently assess collateral, claims and risks across the full life of a loan, rather than relying solely on borrower representations.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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“Necessitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necessitate. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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