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The phrase "action was necessary" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that a specific action needed to be taken in a particular situation.
Example: "After assessing the risks involved, it became clear that action was necessary to prevent further complications."
Alternatives: "action was required" or "action was essential."
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Mr. Harper subsequently said that no further action was necessary.
City College said the unusually swift action was necessary.
Many of her young followers now thought that a stronger dose of direct action was necessary.
In the hearing room, Selig testified about why he felt disciplinary action was necessary.
Darling said today's action was necessary in the "extraordinary circumstances" affecting markets worldwide.
The officials said the action was necessary to let utilities focus on restoring service, instead of on avoiding penalties.
It seemed to follow that waiting for research was pointless and that immediate military action was necessary.
Timor-Leste says the action was necessary because of Australia's consistent refusal to negotiate on a permanent maritime boundary.
I said at the time that this action was necessary, legal and right and I still believe that today.
Even so, this action was necessary for reasons beyond the immediate plight of the American steel industry.
We informed the police who decided no further action was necessary," said a spokesman for the DfE.
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