need to have or need of having?

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need to have

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express a necessity or requirement for something. It indicates that something is needed or must be obtained.

Examples:

I need to have a passport to travel abroad.
She needs to have more experience before applying for that job.
We need to have a meeting to discuss the project.
You need to have a valid ID to enter the building.
He needs to have a good understanding of the topic before giving a presentation.

Alternatives:

must have
require
should have
have to have
ought to have

need of having

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English, often found in formal or literary contexts.

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This phrase is also used to express a necessity or requirement, but it is less common. It is more formal and may be used in a literary context.

Examples:

There is a great need of having a clear strategy for the project.
The company recognized the need of having a strong marketing team.
In times of crisis, there is a pressing need of having effective leadership.
The report highlighted the need of having better communication among team members.
The success of the event depends on the need of having sufficient resources.

Alternatives:

requirement for having
necessity of having
demand of having
importance of having
urgency of having

Both 'need to have' and 'need of having' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Need to have' is more commonly used when referring to a necessity or requirement, while 'need of having' is less common and tends to be used in a more formal or literary context.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

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