in need
idiom
: in a condition of needing something (such as the things one needs to live)
a charity that raises money for women and children in need
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Or, the formula comes in a radiant finish, which both makeup artists love for dull or tired skin in need of a pick-me-up.
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 19 Sep. 2025
These include Operation School Bell, which provides school clothes and books to students in need and Operation New Start, which gives clothing and household items to women and children leaving abusive situations.
—Jeffrey Miller, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The Air sign likes to advise those in need, and will get up on their high horse and grandstand so their views can be heard.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Your Bathrooms Your bathrooms are likely in need of a once per week cleaning.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2025
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 19 Sep. 2025
These include Operation School Bell, which provides school clothes and books to students in need and Operation New Start, which gives clothing and household items to women and children leaving abusive situations.
—Jeffrey Miller, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The Air sign likes to advise those in need, and will get up on their high horse and grandstand so their views can be heard.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Your Bathrooms Your bathrooms are likely in need of a once per week cleaning.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in need
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“In need.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20need. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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