necessities
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Discuss any additional necessities and particular care requirements with the shelter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
Blamed partly on one of the worst episodes of the drought-inducing El Nino weather phenomenon in decades, the disaster threatens millions of people's access to necessities such as clean water and air -- even education.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
“It appears there were choices between necessities within the quarter because of where gas prices are,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Official figures show that in the 12 months to February 2026, the price of basic necessities increased by an average 60%, while food prices doubled in the same period.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
Baba's prepared his usual for dinner—fish, rice, and lentils—and stocked the fridge with necessities.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
