necessary

Example Sentences

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"So while this settlement is necessary for the company today, we maintain our significant objections to the broken tort system that makes it necessary."

From Barron's

He bounced the ball back to Katherine, a little harder than necessary.

From Literature

The officer said he "could not understand why" his duties were being restricted when the specialist had advised this was not necessary.

From BBC

He said he couldn't "pre-judge" the committee's decision about whether an investigation was necessary, but added: "At this stage, all I can say is nothing is off the table".

From BBC

He said he went to New York and Los Angeles only when necessary.

From Barron's