in need

idiom

: in a condition of needing something (such as the things one needs to live)

a charity that raises money for women and children in need

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At the systemic level, these gaps highlight inequities in the tax system: those most in need of financial support often face the greatest challenges in accessing it. —

Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024 The Giants are in need of a front-line starter to replace Blake Snell, and Burnes is a California native who pitched collegiately in the Bay Area. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 Contenders in need of a veteran presence — but not necessarily 180-plus innings — could see Eovaldi as a mid-rotation presence whose big-game experience looms large come October. —

Tim Britton, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024 The drugs' popularity among celebrities and TikTokers has also helped drive shortages for patients in need. —

Ivana Saric, Axios, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for in need