needed

[nee-did]

adjective

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

   a much-needed vacation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of needed¹

First recorded in 1610–20; need ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

We had moments where we needed luck and a very good keeper.

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As a young father, Craig moved his family to the Northern Territories of Australia, where he wrangled “scrub bulls and buffalo” that had escaped from herds and needed to be sent to market.

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In terms of arrangements and production, “Goon” was much more varied, probably because it had to be—Mr. Jesso was unknown, and needed to make an impression.

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Lincoln taught us that in our aspirations for “enjoyment of peace, harmony, tranquility and Union” we must cultivate gratitude for our blessings and the introspection needed for improvement.

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In his appearance before the committee on Monday, Shah told MPs the apology "took its time" because "I needed to make sure that what I was apologising for was fully sourced and fully right".

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