of necessity

Idioms  

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]

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Example Sentences

There’s no doubt Vilmar is acting out of necessity, but he is not entirely without agency since he negotiates his payment.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

"We can encourage those who left the country out of necessity to return," the 35-year-old said, even if "we cannot bring all Nepalis back on the second day" of a new administration.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

The transfer of sovereignty over climate research from the public sphere to the philanthropic sector is a process borne out of necessity.

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2026

On whether it was out of necessity, he added: "We need Reece - not only in this game, but in all games."

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

In the set of Vincent’s shoulders, in the abrasiveness of his demeanor, Obinze sensed that Vincent had learned very early on, as a matter of necessity, to solve his own problems.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Related Words

• automatically
• naturally
• no doubt
• undoubtedly
• unquestionably