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
Cutting spending wasted on a futile pursuit of a global empire is not just a fiscal necessity.
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Ron Paul, Oc Register, 20 May 2025
According to a 2022 New York Times report, the UK's historically mild summers meant that cooling systems were never seen as a necessity.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
Not only has the piece become a necessity for me, but the modern, all-white design is a welcome addition that adds an elevated touch to my space.
—Melony Forcier, People.com, 18 May 2025
Drinking Water Obviously, water is always a necessity, but flooding associated with heavy rains can also cause a boil order, so having something to drink is essential during and potentially after a storm.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2025
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Ron Paul, Oc Register, 20 May 2025
According to a 2022 New York Times report, the UK's historically mild summers meant that cooling systems were never seen as a necessity.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
Not only has the piece become a necessity for me, but the modern, all-white design is a welcome addition that adds an elevated touch to my space.
—Melony Forcier, People.com, 18 May 2025
Drinking Water Obviously, water is always a necessity, but flooding associated with heavy rains can also cause a boil order, so having something to drink is essential during and potentially after a storm.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for necessity
Noun
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Apart from those violations, the CPSC says the swings also fail to meet mandatory warning requirements required to inform parents of the risks of death or serious injury to infants.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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System requirements: Windows or macOS with an available USB 2.0 port or PlayStation 5 gaming console.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
21 May 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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Those who qualify have income at or below four times the federal poverty level of $32,150 for a family of four or have medical debt that is 5% or more of their income.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
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
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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 4 Jun. 2025.
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