if need be

if need be phrase

if necessary

I’ll ask someone to help you, if need be.

Thesaurus: necessary_synonym

Main entry: need

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if necessary

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if need be

: if something becomes necessary

You can always call me at home if need be.

We'll leave without them if need be. [=if we have to]

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Main Entry: ↑need

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if need ˈbe idiom

if necessary

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There's always food in the freezer if need be.

Main entry: ↑need_idiom