as necessary

phrase

: as needed
Take as much time as necessary.

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Working in batches as necessary so as not to overcrowd the pan, add the chicken and cook until golden-brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 Of course, just because a timeframe hasn't been announced to the public, that doesn't mean there is no internal timeframe that can be brought forwards and backwards as necessary. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Inmates are temporarily relocated as necessary to complete repairs. — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026 The president has touted the ballroom as necessary for entertaining at the White House, long in need of larger space. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for as necessary

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(as) near as someone can tell/figure
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“As necessary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20necessary. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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