under necessity

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For example, he said a lot of attempts to use necessity had failed because the actions taken under necessity must be the only way to safeguard a state's interests.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2022

If he can compel the other to help him, they are both under necessity.

From A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy by Husik, Isaac

He will consent to ride in them under necessity, but he won't buy one.

From The Early Bird A Business Man's Love Story by Brown, Arthur William

He put a great value on personal friendships, and never broke them except under necessity.

From Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12 American Leaders by Lord, John

Consequently, he seems to be perplexed, and under necessity of sinning, which is not becoming.

From Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition by Thomas, Aquinas, Saint