Oct 6, 2011 · The phrase "in need" with no further description implies poverty, not merely a need of money but of basic necessities. "In dire need" says that the need is urgent: the person or persons so …

Jun 12, 2022 · Thank you all! So it seems "people in need" does have more of a diversity, depending on what the need is exactly, but "the needy" (in addition to the emotional sense) refers to the poor (in …

Jun 28, 2023 · Hello everyone! In a meeting I have heard people say "I need to drop off the meeting" and "I need to drop off to another meeting", and I wonder if the use of drop off is correct in this …

Jul 17, 2020 · Dire need sounds a little more serious and dramatic than great need, but their meaning is basically the same. Both versions are common.

Jun 15, 2016 · I agree that need is more likely than is needing. The infinitive can sound slightly more formal than the ing -form. I shan't be needing that sounds a bit more colloquial than I shan't need …

Jul 17, 2018 · "I will call the cops if needed." or "I will call the cops if it is needed." Or both are correct and people often use "if needed"?

Jun 25, 2007 · Hi all, Is my assumption correct that "I need your help with something" and "Can I ask you a favor?" basically mean the same thing and I can use them interchangeably? Thanks. :)

Feb 21, 2012 · It means that there is no obligation or necessity to do something. It is very simple and can be used whenever someone suggests doing something which is not required. What you have …

Jul 21, 2006 · Hello! I have one question to ask you. I did not understand the mean of “in need of something/somebody” and how to use or apply this phrase. Could you give me some examples? …

Sep 29, 2011 · Otherwise, the need-by date is the dock date. To the dock date, the planning process adds post-processing lead time to arrive at the order planning date: the date that the planning …