necessities

Example Sentences

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While waiting, some slept on the floor without access to water and other basic necessities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

"Those disembarking will only be allowed to take with them a small, sealed bag containing essential items such as their documentation, mobile phone, charger, basic necessities and personal belongings."

From BBC • May 9, 2026

“This extension will help ensure vital energy products, industrial materials, and agricultural necessities are maintained.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

"They may want to buy our goods but feel the price is too high and decide against it because these aren't necessities," Zhuang said, perched on a small stool unpacking her goods.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

When I finished putting my clothes in the old pine dresser, I took my bag of bathroom necessities and went to the communal bathroom to clean myself up after the day of travel.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer