of necessity

1. Also, out of necessity. As an inevitable consequence, unavoidably, as in the New Testament: “Of necessity he must release one unto them at the Feast” (Luke 23:17). [Late 1300s]

Example Sentences

It’s not even out of necessity per se, but more out of desire.

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“Resilient individuals may need to postpone grief out of necessity,” he said.

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People become immigrants out of necessity, because of poverty, violence, persecution.

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Walters became a pioneer for women broadcasters out of necessity.

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Many rail and bus riders use public transit out of necessity and may not have access to alternative transportation, said Michael Schneider of the Streets for All advocacy group.

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Related Words

• automatically 
• naturally 
• no doubt 
• undoubtedly 
• unquestionably