as in requires
to have as a requirement
getting new shoes would necessitate another trip to the mall
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Recent Examples of necessitates
Uncertainty necessitates cross-checking.
—
Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Feb. 2026
The traditional, classical systems that have long proven successful are not necessarily capable of meeting modern needs anymore, which necessitates the use of new technological tools.
—William Jones, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
Team owners argue that the decline in regional broadcast revenue, coupled with outsized spending from franchises like the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets, necessitates a payroll cap to ensure competition.
—J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2026
The ability to cultivate the land still necessitates the ability to actually sell your product and to work within a sort of economic system that is deeply racialized.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
The fabric must be able to stretch in all directions, which necessitates a four-way stretch fabric.
—Patrice Hutton, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Fueling these kinds of activities necessitates eating a lot—and mostly carbohydrates.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 11 Feb. 2026
While MnDOT is in charge of issuing permits to contractors to close segments of the interstate when bridge work necessitates, the Kellogg Blvd/Third Street bridge replacement is a city project, and highway closures are handled by the contractor.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2026
The episode highlights an ongoing struggle within figure skating, which is seeking to appeal to new fans with contemporary music, which in turn necessitates complex licensing agreements with recording artists.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Feb. 2026
The traditional, classical systems that have long proven successful are not necessarily capable of meeting modern needs anymore, which necessitates the use of new technological tools.
—William Jones, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
Team owners argue that the decline in regional broadcast revenue, coupled with outsized spending from franchises like the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets, necessitates a payroll cap to ensure competition.
—J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2026
The ability to cultivate the land still necessitates the ability to actually sell your product and to work within a sort of economic system that is deeply racialized.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
The fabric must be able to stretch in all directions, which necessitates a four-way stretch fabric.
—Patrice Hutton, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Fueling these kinds of activities necessitates eating a lot—and mostly carbohydrates.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 11 Feb. 2026
While MnDOT is in charge of issuing permits to contractors to close segments of the interstate when bridge work necessitates, the Kellogg Blvd/Third Street bridge replacement is a city project, and highway closures are handled by the contractor.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2026
The episode highlights an ongoing struggle within figure skating, which is seeking to appeal to new fans with contemporary music, which in turn necessitates complex licensing agreements with recording artists.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necessitates
Verb
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That requires short, sharp passing and strength in tight spaces.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Although the primary job of Bureau of Reclamation is to operate dams to supply water and power, the Grand Canyon Protection Act requires it to balance those needs with environmental protection.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Perfect for making ahead, this recipe needs 8 hours of chill time.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, there needs to be a clear level of artistic intention and understanding in how an idea is communicated with the viewer.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Necessitates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necessitates. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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