have need

Example Sentences

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"The talented young players that we have need minutes, and Ethan wasn't getting enough minutes," said Arteta.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

While no-one can predict whether any potential buyer would have need for the cranes, they come with their own insurance policy.

From BBC • Sep. 28, 2024

All the fancy theories I have need to be set aside as I discover the person in front of me, someone no theory has described.

From Washington Post • Feb. 23, 2023

“Would they still know each other? Would they still have fallen in love? Would David still have need for Charles? … Would David still find something to love in him?”

From New York Times • Jan. 7, 2022

"Theon's fought bravely for us. I told you how he saved Bran from those wildlings in the wolfswood. If the Lannisters won't make peace, I'll have need of Lord Greyjoy's longships."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin