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necessary

[nes-uh-ser-ee] / ˈnɛs əˌsɛr i /




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Delhi minister Ashish Sood said authorities were investigating whether the building had the necessary permissions to operate as a bed-and-breakfast facility, adding that those found responsible for any violations would face criminal action.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan stated higher interest rates may be necessary later this year to restore price stability.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The volume of films being produced at the time made it necessary to have multiple premiere-ready theaters around L.A.,

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan warned that interest rate hikes may be necessary later this year to tamp down stubborn inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The first rule in a simulation was not to talk to anyone unless it was absolutely necessary.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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