needing
- present participle of need.
Example Sentences
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If you don’t anticipate needing the money for several years, consider a diversified bond fund, a balanced stock-and-bond fund or even investing a portion of it in the stock market.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
The WBG said the five-year CPF "marks a new phase in a 45-year partnership," as China moves from needing financing to primarily requiring technical assistance and knowledge sharing.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
The report states fully restoring the Mackintosh is therefore "dependent on external funding sources that are uncertain", and cites a "significant funding gap" needing to be resolved.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
There are worse things than needing to escape a world trying to crush you.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
She’d be early, deciding to skip breakfast after the room-changing incident, needing a little time to get her spirit right, as Gran always said.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
