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
The defense argued that, while Mr. Zhao did give Mr. Brand money, it was a loan to a good friend in need, rather than anything untoward.
From Washington Times • Dec. 22, 2022
"A friend in need is a friend indeed," he said.
From Reuters • Sep. 28, 2022
Equally worthy of entertaining, dropping off for a friend in need or simply enjoying on a weeknight, hot chicken salad does precisely what is asked of a casserole: to soothe, lift up and spread joy.
From New York Times • Jan. 31, 2022
Sammy proved to be my friend in need.
From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey
