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something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
on any road trip, accurate maps are a necessity
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Recent Examples of necessities
The poll, conducted at the beginning of April, adds to a picture of economic gloom in the US, as Americans worry about the affordability of gas and other necessities and express pessimism about the job market.
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Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
The clash between misguided concepts of individual freedom and the necessities of social responsibility won’t end soon.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Armed groups who block roads and key supply routes have made access to necessities near impossible in some cases.
—Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
The clash between misguided concepts of individual freedom and the necessities of social responsibility won’t end soon.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Between gardening supplies, sports equipment, pool toys, and grilling necessities, backyard spaces can quickly get cluttered.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
There’s also a spacious drawer for common necessities like coasters and remotes.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
Travelers can also scoop up a roomy travel toiletry bag to keep necessities neatly packed for just $18.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
One way to alleviate this pain is to look for lower costs on necessities and essential expenses.
—Emily Canal, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
The clash between misguided concepts of individual freedom and the necessities of social responsibility won’t end soon.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Armed groups who block roads and key supply routes have made access to necessities near impossible in some cases.
—Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
The clash between misguided concepts of individual freedom and the necessities of social responsibility won’t end soon.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Between gardening supplies, sports equipment, pool toys, and grilling necessities, backyard spaces can quickly get cluttered.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
There’s also a spacious drawer for common necessities like coasters and remotes.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
Travelers can also scoop up a roomy travel toiletry bag to keep necessities neatly packed for just $18.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
One way to alleviate this pain is to look for lower costs on necessities and essential expenses.
—Emily Canal, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necessities
Noun
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Both would be requirements in any potential fullback selection.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Under the Clean Slate Act, HB 1836, the state now has until 2029 to create, test and launch systems to automate the sealing of eligible low-level, nonviolent criminal records after an individual meets all requirements and remains crime-free for a sustained period.—
Brian Fabes,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Those are musts if Minnesota plans to grab a game in this trip to Colorado.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2026
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Other musts include Yummi Yarns, Burnsville Candle Company, and Something Special Gift Shop, a local favorite for 40 years.—
Kristy Tolley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Be direct about needs, set clear boundaries, and make sure everything is understood.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Innovative, imaginative solutions that meet growth in population, business and agricultural needs.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Necessities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necessities. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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