no need
idiom
—used to say that something is not necessary
"I'll get someone to help you." "No need. I can do it myself."
—often followed by to + verbThere's no need to apologize.
There's no need to shout. I can hear you.
—often + forThere's no need for him to apologize.
There's no need for you to shout.
The doctor says that there's no need for surgery.
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Many commenters reassured the original poster that there was no need to worry, and that their stepmother’s reaction probably had more to do with her own feelings about the divorce.
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Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025
But there’s no need to rush into this.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Dec. 2025
However, there’s no need to wait for warmer weather to enjoy the outdoors; the Tiki Patio Fire Pit boasts up to a four-foot radius of warmth, perfect for cozying up under the stars.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
There’s no need to track bonus categories or worry about spending caps.
—Meghan Hunter, CNBC, 25 Dec. 2025
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Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025
But there’s no need to rush into this.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Dec. 2025
However, there’s no need to wait for warmer weather to enjoy the outdoors; the Tiki Patio Fire Pit boasts up to a four-foot radius of warmth, perfect for cozying up under the stars.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
There’s no need to track bonus categories or worry about spending caps.
—Meghan Hunter, CNBC, 25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for no need
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“No need.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no%20need. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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