if necessary

idiom

: if it is needed
Apply another coat of paint if necessary.

Examples of if necessary in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Add the reserved pasta water if necessary and toss until the pasta is well coated. Fox News, 25 Oct. 2024 The World Series concludes with Games 6 and 7 back in Los Angeles, if necessary. Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 25 Oct. 2024 Patients should check with their pharmacies about the availability of insulin and contact other pharmacies if necessary to find more vials, the spokesperson said. Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024 Instead, lay the bag flat on a clean, dry towel or a drying rack, rotating it if necessary, and allow it to air-dry completely before using it. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for if necessary 

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“If necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/if%20necessary. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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