1
as in requirement
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
on any road trip, accurate maps are a necessity
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2
as in poverty
the state of lacking sufficient money or material possessions
two years of unemployment had reduced the family to abject necessity
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Recent Examples of necessity
Influencer income that comes from brand deals or affiliate links relies on consumer spending on goods that are not necessities, which means this change in spending could affect their income.
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2025
While some require very few packing list adjustments like a luxe Nile cruise, more active endeavors will require planning ahead to reserve precious suitcase space for hiking apparel, beach gear, and other sporty necessities.
—Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
Duties include performing physician-level case review, determining medical necessity requests and serving as a subject matter expert.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2025
Even so, the reset look on the man who’s become the face of the NFL makes a fine symbol for a broader fresh start — a necessity in sharp contrast to where the Chiefs stood this time last offseason.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2025
While some require very few packing list adjustments like a luxe Nile cruise, more active endeavors will require planning ahead to reserve precious suitcase space for hiking apparel, beach gear, and other sporty necessities.
—Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
Duties include performing physician-level case review, determining medical necessity requests and serving as a subject matter expert.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2025
Even so, the reset look on the man who’s become the face of the NFL makes a fine symbol for a broader fresh start — a necessity in sharp contrast to where the Chiefs stood this time last offseason.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for necessity
Noun
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During their last meeting in May, both countries agreed to exchange their requirements for a ceasefire.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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The requirement to check in 60 minutes before an international flight remains unchanged.—
Dennis Green,
AFAR Media,
2 June 2025
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It’s been 14 years since the Census Bureau began issuing reports on poverty that factored in the cost of living.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Notably absent is a thorough discussion of how socioeconomic factors like poverty are the underlying drivers of why some children are faring so poorly.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
22 May 2025
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Plus, opting for styles in breezy linen is an absolute must for summer’s hotter weather.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
29 May 2025
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But Tyler, the Creator believes delusion is a must for artists and creatives across the board.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
29 May 2025
Noun
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In the studio, a bad idea can be put out of its misery within a few minutes.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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The Athletic reflects on their 2024-25 efforts, culminating in a 14th-place finish, that caused more misery than joy.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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“Necessity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necessity. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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