necessitate

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The war might also necessitate a boost to fiscal spending, which could weigh on bonds while delivering a shot in the arm to the broader economy, at least in the short term.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

The allegations against Cesar Chavez represent a definitive puncturing of the myth surrounding the civil rights icon and necessitate a comprehensive reckoning with how Latino communities elevated him despite warning signs of moral failings.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Continued near-record highs in gold prices could therefore necessitate fresh price increases if Richemont is to protect its margins for the fiscal year, Deutsche says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

Pre-series, it felt like defeat in Australia would not necessarily necessitate change, depending on the manner of performance.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2025

Joe threw his eye over them, and pronounced that the job would necessitate the lighting of his forge fire, and would take nearer two hours than one.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens