needed
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of needed
First recorded in 1610–20; need ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
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It signaled that further increases could be needed as inflation remained above target and economic growth stayed strong.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
And while her surgery was conventional rather than by a robot, finally getting the treatment she needed has been a relief.
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
Maggie had met E when she really needed a friend.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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