friend in need

Example Sentences

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If your goal was to flaunt your wealth, that would be patronizing, sure, but it seems clear that you simply want to help a good friend in need.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2024

"A friend in need is a friend indeed," he said.

From Reuters • Sep. 28, 2022

These are the sort of texts I myself have sent when I’ve reached out to a friend in need.

From New York Times • Feb. 17, 2022

Widodo only used English during his speech to Parliament to say: “A friend in need is a friend indeed” and: “Good day, mate.”

From Washington Times • Feb. 9, 2020

Sammy proved to be my friend in need.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey