Wants and Needs
Phrase
used to say that someone or something needs to have something
are you in need of
Excuse us, are you in need of assistance? Let us help you cross the street.
Excuse us, are you in need of assistance? Let us help you cross the street.
Phrase
if something becomes necessary
if need be
My friend might not be able to drive us back from the concert. If need be we can take the bus home.
My friend might not be able to drive us back from the concert. If need be we can take the bus home.
Phrase
used to say that something is not necessary
there's no need
There's no need for you to shout. I can hear you just fine!
There's no need for you to shout. I can hear you just fine!