UNNEEDED Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

unneeded

adjective

Definition of unneeded

as in unnecessary

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Recent Examples of unneeded An Atlanta-area woman alleges that she was wrongly diagnosed with cancer and underwent an unneeded hysterectomy because of a labeling error. — Kim Chandler, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026 Delete duplicate or blurry photos and recycle unneeded travel papers like brochures or receipts. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 28 July 2026 Some state officials criticized the move as adding unneeded instability and uncertainty to running elections. — Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 21 July 2026 Investors have been closely watching the issues, saying unneeded warranty costs are a risk to the company's guidance and future business plans. — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unneeded

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Adjective

Finally, there was Gilman’s unnecessary roughness penalty on top of a 22-yard pass that reset the tone of the game and helped enable Denver to cut it to 24-21.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
The Bears were helped on the ensuing kickoff by Seahawks defensive lineman Mike Morris’ unnecessary roughness penalty, setting them up at their 44-yard line.

— Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of unnecessary

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Typically, clients will upload a photo of their unwanted garments online, and Marchetto will share a sketch over Whatsapp, which is then fulfilled by local makers.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
The report’s authors said this longevity makes these contact details deeply entrenched in daily life but also turns them into persistent targets for unwanted exposure.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026