- present participle of need.
needing
Example Sentences
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"We're all needing to learn some new skills," he said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
Jeffery does not rule out needing to call on "police resources to keep the peace" once again.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
That is a real weakness in life, needing drama.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
There’s a big difference between wanting a larger emergency fund and needing one.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
I nod, needing no further prompting as Brother Lekan steps away and the other watching darajas give me space.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
