no need

idiom

used to say that something is not necessary
"I'll get someone to help you." "No need. I can do it myself."
often followed by to + verb
There's no need to apologize.
There's no need to shout. I can hear you.
often + for
There's no need for him to apologize.
There's no need for you to shout.
The doctor says that there's no need for surgery.

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As a result, the committee saw no need for further talks on a showcase, voting it down, 0-10-1. Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 22 Jan. 2025 With breakfast included, the pastries are not to be missed – served on stunning blue and white china in the formal dining room, there’s no need to leave to explore local restaurants. Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025 There’s no need to buy additional hardware to get the capability, and many homes already have devices that can use it. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Jan. 2025 There’s no need to splurge to enjoy a luxe bathroom towel. Maggie Horton, People.com, 22 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for no need 

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“No need.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no%20need. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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