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Discover LudwigThe phrase "it needed to" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to express a requirement or necessity for something to happen in the past.
Example: "The project was delayed because it needed to be approved by the board first."
Alternatives: "it was necessary to" or "it had to".
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It needed to scratch its back.
It needed to shore up its ratings.
It needed to get attention".
It needed to be shaved.
But then it needed to.
"It needed to be arced".
"It needed to be updated".
It needed to be done".
It needed to be perfect.
It needed to go forwards.
It needed to eventually.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com