necessity
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Blockaders even developed a legal argument to justify their actions, drawing on the common law defense of necessity, which allows someone to break a law to achieve a greater moral good.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
This reveals what someone considers a necessity versus a luxury, which often differs by gender and income level.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
Ms. Moafi’s reflective performance underscores how her character’s fascination with this new acquaintance becomes both an emotional necessity and a danger to her equilibrium.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Crockford said cod and haddock were becoming "a luxury not a necessity", adding that offering "more sustainable" fish options at a "budget that everyone can afford" could see a change in chip shop menus.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
It is difficult to foresee any end to the necessity for this task in the immediate future, but then one never can tell.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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