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But should it become necessary to defend the honor of the Empire, a chrome button on the steering wheel activates Infinity Mode.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

A sixth and final draft, seen by AFP, greenlights member states -- either unilaterally or as "voluntary multinational naval partnerships" -- to use "all defensive means necessary and commensurate with the circumstances."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

In this kind of environment, it’s even more important to have the necessary funds on hand so you don’t have to pass on another property.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Delayed discharges, which occur when a patient is clinically ready to leave a hospital but is forced to remain in a bed because necessary social care, support, or housing is unavailable, are incomparable.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

And on a seven-hour run with a heavy load it is necessary to stop and rest the dogs, let them sleep for a couple of hours and feed them, so that adds still more.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen