Example Sentences

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The analyst admitted, however, that it “may be early” to take a bullish stance on Oracle, calling it a “show me stock” that necessitates consistent results before investors change their opinions.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

The rise of drones, however, necessitates the development of anti-drone technology as well.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

Achieving the first goal necessitates restraint and care, both from the SEC when it promulgates a rule and from Congress when it directs the commission to mandate disclosure on a subject.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025

Part of going forward necessitates making sense of how we as a country got to this nadir.

From Salon • May 15, 2025

“Rats’ teeth continue to grow our entire lives, which necessitates gnawing to keep them at a manageable length.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins