the necessary
noun
British, informal
: whatever is needed for some purpose
I'll do the necessary to get the job done.
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Flexible governance structures supply the necessary oversight while easing corporate innovation and adaptation to changing conditions.
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Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Sailors can complete repairs on-site instead of waiting for replacement parts to be shipped from repair depots in the United States by manufacturing the necessary patches where the aircraft are deployed.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
Barring the necessary votes, candidates need signatures from voters to make it onto the ballot.
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Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
On June 26, Duffy said MARTA had met the agency's initial deadline of 15 days, providing the necessary material while the transit system was also ensuring the safety of World Cup passengers.
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Irene Wright,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
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Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Sailors can complete repairs on-site instead of waiting for replacement parts to be shipped from repair depots in the United States by manufacturing the necessary patches where the aircraft are deployed.
—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
Barring the necessary votes, candidates need signatures from voters to make it onto the ballot.
—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
On June 26, Duffy said MARTA had met the agency's initial deadline of 15 days, providing the necessary material while the transit system was also ensuring the safety of World Cup passengers.
—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
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“The necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20necessary. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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