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The phrase "action was needed" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that a response or intervention was necessary in a particular situation.
Example: "After reviewing the report, it became clear that action was needed to address the ongoing issues."
Alternatives: "intervention was required" or "response was necessary."
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Drastic action was needed.
Action was needed.
Urgent action was needed to avert crisis.
When action was needed, he procrastinated.
But Bernanke decided that even more drastic action was needed.
Vulture populations stabilised, but more action was needed.
Mathisen said more action was needed to achieve faster results.
Drastic action was needed and Ginepri duly hired a sports psychologist and a new fitness trainer.
Mr. Lay said that no action was needed but declined to address details.
The action was needed to help National City remain competitive, Mr. Raskind said.
Remedial action was needed "before more patients are needlessly harmed", he urged.
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