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needless

[need-lis] / ˈnid lɪs /


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Needless to say, it’s not your typical awards show.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Needless penalties on top of that and it's a further hit in the championship challenge.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Needless to say, it’s an exhibition that will require multiple visits to take in its full impact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Needless to say, it’s difficult for them to make the demands for a halt to nuclear capability since the U.S. supposedly obliterated it.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

Needless to say, I misunderstood in the beginning: I thought it an advantage.

From "Grendel" by John Gardner




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