in need
idiom
: in a condition of needing something (such as the things one needs to live)
a charity that raises money for women and children in need
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World-weary and briskly capable, Dayana isn’t much in need of extra assistance.
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 22 May 2024
On Monday morning, he was sent a letter from the West Bridgewater Community Christmas Sharing Program, an organization that for the past 39 years has provided gifts for families in need through giving trees and donations.
—Susan Young, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 22 May 2024
On Monday morning, he was sent a letter from the West Bridgewater Community Christmas Sharing Program, an organization that for the past 39 years has provided gifts for families in need through giving trees and donations.
—Susan Young, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for in need
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“In need.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20need. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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