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The phrase "act needy" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe someone who is displaying behaviors that suggest they require excessive attention or support from others.
Example: "In relationships, it's important to maintain a balance; if you constantly act needy, it may push people away."
Alternatives: "seem desperate" or "appear clingy".
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It will reward you every time you don't act needy.
You don't want to act needy and clingy.
And don't act needy; give him some space.
Don't act needy, but do not act like you're ignoring him.
If you act needy or look for their approval, they may surmise that your marriage is weak.
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Think of it this way women are the one, in most cases and cultures, who are lead by men, but when a man becomes needy this is like role reversal, which is one of the reason why this is gross for a girl when a guy acts needy.
Healthcare navigator Quinetta Rascoe helps distribute food, along with business cards and information on the Affordable Care Act, to needy families in Murfreesboro, N.C.
The person may act overly needy when their support system is removed, even temporarily, such as when a close friend goes on vacation.
The smart ones act very feminine and needy, but inside they are real killers".
In 1997, Carmen Velazquez lost welfare benefits from the government under the provisions of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Act (TANF).
Always act cool and not needy or desperate.
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