needed
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of needed
First recorded in 1610–20; need ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
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The 11th-century Investiture Controversy left behind a weakened Holy Roman Empire, a fragmented Italy and centuries of European division, at a moment when unity was desperately needed against the Saracens and Turks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
Chief Constable Alexis Boon has apologised to the family and said that when Henry "needed us most, we failed him".
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Tougher laws were needed to ensure targets were met, it said in a statement.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
The connected device then activates the implant, supplying the electrical energy needed for the catalyst to convert glucose into gluconate.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
That’s why I couldn’t hide my annoyed surprise when he told us that he needed our help here again today.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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