necessary

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Analysts have warned of shortages of fertilizer, necessary for farming, and helium, a critical component for medical machinery and chip production.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

The approval from the body that regulates nuclear reactors and waste marks the final hurdle in Pacific Gas & Electric’s multiyear journey to gather the necessary state and federal permits to keep its facility online.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Constant vacancies were necessary in case an agent needed emergency lodging.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti