necessity

Example Sentences

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Investors often view the sector as a defensive play since people still buy necessities when the economy slows.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I have always had an interest in learning other languages", he said, explaining Welsh appealed to him because it is spoken by choice rather than necessity.

From BBC

Wintertime salads may be an oxymoron for some, but to me, they’re a necessity.

From Salon

He would spend two-thirds of his monthly salary on books, and use the remaining money for groceries and other necessities.

From BBC

As Americans struggle to afford necessities such as housing, transportation, insurance, childcare and education, many households — including low- and middle-income ones — are seeing another expense creep up in their monthly budgets: restaurant-delivery apps.

From MarketWatch