as in necessary
impossible to do without
pack only what will be needed
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as in required
to have as a requirement
a national crisis that needs a strong leader to solve it
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Recent Examples of needed
Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
But only in one of those years did the measure get the needed two-thirds supermajority, so the matter languished.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Before Erceg entered the game in the ninth, the Royals gave KC’s bullpen some needed cushion.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026
Weeks after the collapse of hometown Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways is doubling down on serving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International, giving Florida’s third-largest airport a needed boost.
—Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Gulf sovereign wealth funds recently pushed for significantly more attractive economics in exchange for providing needed capital, $24 billion.
—Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
Harden has come through in needed moments this spring.
—Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 21 May 2026
This should be a needed breath of fresh air for the Cowboys after a super rough start to the season, but Dallas has lost eight of its last nine contests against the Cardinals dating back to 2006, including four losses in a row.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
The chance of needed rain and a few storms is increasing and will peak later Wednesday evening.
—Cutter Martin, CBS News, 13 May 2026
Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Plot to rob a military ammunition plant Officials said the group discussed a backup plan to steal military ordnance after determining that its members lacked the expertise needed to manufacture homemade explosives.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
To me, those were the three stories that that needed to be fleshed out further.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 17 June 2026
Without the money, the town drew a hard line, threatening to withhold the necessary licensing needed for Gillette Stadium and Kraft Sports Entertainment LLC to host World Cup games in the town.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Goldberg's growing frustration came to a head near the end of the interview (watch in the video below), after the show needed to cut to a commercial break, but Navarro kept pushing on a question.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 16 June 2026
But a growing number of Fed officials have warned that rate hikes could eventually be needed to drive inflation down.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
Ideal for lash line and waterline, the creamy bendable formula comes in seven sultry shades for a perfect look anytime, no touch-ups needed.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
With the largest returning veteran class in team history, only six spots were available — meaning eight cuts needed to be made during the final round of the audition process.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Adjective
But only in one of those years did the measure get the needed two-thirds supermajority, so the matter languished.
—Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
But only in one of those years did the measure get the needed two-thirds supermajority, so the matter languished.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Before Erceg entered the game in the ninth, the Royals gave KC’s bullpen some needed cushion.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026
Weeks after the collapse of hometown Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways is doubling down on serving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International, giving Florida’s third-largest airport a needed boost.
—Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Gulf sovereign wealth funds recently pushed for significantly more attractive economics in exchange for providing needed capital, $24 billion.
—Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
Harden has come through in needed moments this spring.
—Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 21 May 2026
This should be a needed breath of fresh air for the Cowboys after a super rough start to the season, but Dallas has lost eight of its last nine contests against the Cardinals dating back to 2006, including four losses in a row.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
The chance of needed rain and a few storms is increasing and will peak later Wednesday evening.
—Cutter Martin, CBS News, 13 May 2026
Verb
Despite endorsements from the Davis City Council and the DJUSD board, along with more than $750,000 spent by campaign supporters, Measure V appeared likely to fall short of the simple majority needed for approval.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Plot to rob a military ammunition plant Officials said the group discussed a backup plan to steal military ordnance after determining that its members lacked the expertise needed to manufacture homemade explosives.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
To me, those were the three stories that that needed to be fleshed out further.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 17 June 2026
Without the money, the town drew a hard line, threatening to withhold the necessary licensing needed for Gillette Stadium and Kraft Sports Entertainment LLC to host World Cup games in the town.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Goldberg's growing frustration came to a head near the end of the interview (watch in the video below), after the show needed to cut to a commercial break, but Navarro kept pushing on a question.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 16 June 2026
But a growing number of Fed officials have warned that rate hikes could eventually be needed to drive inflation down.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
Ideal for lash line and waterline, the creamy bendable formula comes in seven sultry shades for a perfect look anytime, no touch-ups needed.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
With the largest returning veteran class in team history, only six spots were available — meaning eight cuts needed to be made during the final round of the audition process.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for needed
Adjective
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County officials have said additional budget cuts will likely be necessary in the coming years.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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Some women who filed lawsuits against Ortega reported they had been confused about whether demeaning or uncomfortable actions the doctor engaged in during exams was within the bounds of necessary medical behavior.—
Emily Hoerner,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The incident marks the second time in less than a month that the same section of pavement has required emergency engineering work.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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About 6% of cases required hospitalization.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Canine summer shopping list Collapsible water bowl A collapsible water bowl is essential for hot-weather walks.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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Liability insurance costs also rise dramatically — assuming coverage can be obtained in a state facing a severe insurance crisis — further reducing funds available for essential services.—
Kim Gorsuch,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Verb
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The decision to bar cameras and livestreaming drew criticism from reporters and members of the public who wanted greater access to the proceedings.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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For years, fans have wondered about the significance of the 21st of September — and why White wanted listeners to remember it.—
Jordan Runtagh,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Her voice is slurred, needful, abject.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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That image of God never has a problem, never has a disease, never lacks anything needful or truly desirable, and has never sinned.—
Douglas Sytsma,
Christian Science Monitor,
30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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China Cabinets The china cabinet had its time in the sun decades ago, but is no longer an integral component of the dining room, Schumacher explains.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
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All throughout the organization, he’s viewed as an integral component and has the mental makeup to be a main voice in the locker room and on the court.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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“Needed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/needed. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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