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needed

[ nee-did ]

adjective

  1. necessary, required, or wanted (usually used in combination):

    a much-needed vacation.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of needed1

First recorded in 1610–20; need ( def ) + -ed 2( def )
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The Dodgers’ bullpen got an unexpected, and badly needed, reprieve Tuesday night.

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It's no wonder that when Racing spotted him a while later, they took him right away - no trial needed.

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In response, the government pointed to its investment in flood defences, but acknowledged more work was needed.

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Ellie was prescribed steroid eye drops and immunosuppressants, some of which needed to be given by intravenous infusion.

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The Liberals are projected to have won 169 seats, three short of the 172 needed for a majority in Canada's House of Commons.

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