Example Sentences

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As Gail Simmons reviews a dish, she opines that a certain element of the dish "gave us a well-needed hit of acid."

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2023

Rakuten Mobile and Rakuten Symphony have opened a well-needed, healthy debate in the industry about radio access supplier alternatives and diversification that we need in order to move away into a software-driven network.

From The Verge • Aug. 9, 2022

“I think that is one thing that’s extremely well-gratifying to see that there’s been a movement, and I think a well-needed one,” Lynch said.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 6, 2021

It was a well-needed reprieve from a more-or-less blah tournament in which many games were blowouts and far fewer - Kansas’ two-point win over Davidson in the regional finals was one exception - were memorable.

From Washington Times • Mar. 26, 2020

Moisture-wicking material, breathable mesh zones, arch support and a ton of cushion are built into these socks to give some well-needed attention to your favorite golfer's feet.

From Golf Digest • Dec. 12, 2019