as in necessarily
because of necessity
the dangers of global warming must needs be recognized—and recognized soon—by the industrialized nations of the world
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as in requires
to have as a requirement
a national crisis that needs a strong leader to solve it
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as in requirements
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
got a job that barely provided for his basic needs
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as in obligations
something one must do because of prior agreement
no need to apologize
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Recent Examples of needs
Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 June 2026
The verdict was delivered amid difficult personal circumstances for Mette-Marit, Hoiby’s mother, who needs a lung transplant for pulmonary fibrosis.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Since about half of revenues go to theater owners, the movie needs to generate roughly $300 million globally to justify its price tag.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 14 June 2026
Fabric for the ceremonial caps needs to be able to maintain its shape over time and be comfortable and safe to wear.
—Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 14 June 2026
Gibson's acting is great, but special mention needs to be made for Heath Ledger as Martin's son, Gabriel, and Jason Isaacs as the villainous Colonel William Tavington, who is a delightfully hatable Redcoat.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Water of the Ogallala needs to be used more judiciously.
—Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
To win the World Cup, a team needs luck—luck that the ball bounces its way and its key players don’t get injured.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
And getting the word out that everybody needs to watch and celebrate because the show is going to lift your spirits and bring a smile to your face.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026
Xcel has spent more than $4 billion since 2022, the company’s last electric rate case, and completed a significant amount of work to meet customers’ growing needs, Isenberg said.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 13 June 2026
Pair mountain laurels with other shade loving plants with similar needs, like Solomon's seal and native ferns.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Major organizations like Airbus and JPMorgan Chase are collaborating with quantum vendors to generate real enterprise value and support their organizational needs.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
While there are certain products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
Officials said that information is used to help determine community needs and next steps.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 13 June 2026
Fiber is having a moment — from fiber candy to fibermaxxing — but most Americans are still falling well short of their daily needs.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Every aspect of this tiny home is ultra-customizable to your needs, from the siding color and material to the number of floors and amount of space overall.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Verb
There’s a lot of repairing and resolution that needs to happen in this final episode, but luckily things start strong with Liz and Jo-Ellen pulling each other aside to talk things through on the beach.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 June 2026
The verdict was delivered amid difficult personal circumstances for Mette-Marit, Hoiby’s mother, who needs a lung transplant for pulmonary fibrosis.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Since about half of revenues go to theater owners, the movie needs to generate roughly $300 million globally to justify its price tag.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 14 June 2026
Fabric for the ceremonial caps needs to be able to maintain its shape over time and be comfortable and safe to wear.
—Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 14 June 2026
Gibson's acting is great, but special mention needs to be made for Heath Ledger as Martin's son, Gabriel, and Jason Isaacs as the villainous Colonel William Tavington, who is a delightfully hatable Redcoat.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Water of the Ogallala needs to be used more judiciously.
—Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
To win the World Cup, a team needs luck—luck that the ball bounces its way and its key players don’t get injured.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
And getting the word out that everybody needs to watch and celebrate because the show is going to lift your spirits and bring a smile to your face.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Noun
Treat your talents like true assets, and let purchases mirror real comfort needs.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026
Xcel has spent more than $4 billion since 2022, the company’s last electric rate case, and completed a significant amount of work to meet customers’ growing needs, Isenberg said.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 13 June 2026
Pair mountain laurels with other shade loving plants with similar needs, like Solomon's seal and native ferns.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Major organizations like Airbus and JPMorgan Chase are collaborating with quantum vendors to generate real enterprise value and support their organizational needs.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
While there are certain products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
Officials said that information is used to help determine community needs and next steps.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 13 June 2026
Fiber is having a moment — from fiber candy to fibermaxxing — but most Americans are still falling well short of their daily needs.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Every aspect of this tiny home is ultra-customizable to your needs, from the siding color and material to the number of floors and amount of space overall.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for needs
Adverb
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That’s because high tuition does not necessarily translate into high wages.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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While past IPOs offer reasons for caution, SpaceX won't necessarily follow the same trajectory, Grelck noted.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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This specific energy discharge behavior is relevant for machinery that requires brief, intense energy outputs, such as unmanned aerial vehicles during departure and descent sequences.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Not only that, S&P Dow Jones Indices also requires companies to have made a profit in its most recent quarter and over the sum of its last four quarters.—
Stan Choe,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
Verb
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The block party is free, but people who want to attend must RSVP.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
30 Dec. 2025
Noun
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While the surge in prices is happening around the world, gas costs more in California than almost anywhere else because of higher taxes, fees and cleaner-fuel requirements.—
Lily Wright,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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WhatsApp’s system requirements are updated every year to ensure the app is protected by the latest security updates.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
12 June 2026
Noun
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The United States would have 60 days to fulfill their obligations specified in the agreement, Aragchi said.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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In my experience, real financial strength often includes predictable income, diversified sources, manageable obligations, proper reserves and enough liquidity to handle timing gaps without panic.—
Michael Shribman,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Adverb
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This inconsistency inevitably normalizes poor behaviors and breeds pockets of toxicity.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The shrewd, long-serving Obama hands Jarrett and Tina Tchen coached this project through all the minefields Chicago inevitably put in its way.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
Verb
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The petition states that Nick Reiner still wants Jackson to represent him, and that Jackson is still willing to do so if funds can be obtained.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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This model is for everyone who wants to know both what is likely to happen in an upcoming soccer match, but also why.—
Ethan Douglas,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Messi willed Argentina to victory in the 2022 World Cup, won four UEFA Champions League titles with Barcelona and was honored a record eight times with the Ballon d’Or, given the world’s top player each year.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Brunson shot 7-of-22 in the first three quarters, but went 5-of-9 to secure another clutch finish to will his team to its 12th consecutive postseason win.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
4 June 2026
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“Needs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/needs. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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