"a much needed perspective" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is usually used to refer to a new outlook, or understanding, that brings a sense of relief or clarity. For example, "The professor gave us a much needed perspective on the history of the region."
Ultimately the regional approach is a much needed perspective for understanding city trends, and should be more strongly reflected in how we approach city planning and policy.
It certainly goes a long way toward redeeming God's reputation — not to mention providing religious people with a much needed perspective on contemporary social issues.
It is that remarkable statistic, cited by David Lamb in his book "Vietnam, Now: A Reporter Returns," that puts the American role in Vietnam into a much needed perspective.
Those who share it offer you a much needed perspective.
The authors provide a much needed perspective on penile masses in the setting of Peyronie's disease after surgical repair.
"Hugs From Iran," by Nicholas D. Kristof (column, June 14), presented a refreshing and much needed perspective on Iran and Iranians.
But I did spend the night, and several days at Poole's and I'm glad I did because not only did it force me to stop being a prissy little bitch, it gave me some much needed perspective.
Her flashback/dream also gave some much needed perspective on her character without going down the usual dull exposition route.
Peter Ingleton, Toronto: Your suggestions are limited enough that they can be implemented even by those who choose to specialize at the undergraduate level, rounding out their education and providing such students with much needed perspective.
This question gives much needed perspective on the speed of change, the manner of change in the business and in the factors that influence the business.
