Much-needed

If the real purpose of all the uproar about sweatshop labor in the Third World is to allow college students and professors to feel morally one-up on businesses that are providing much-needed jobs in poor countries, then it accomplishes that purpose.

The tourism has provided much-needed economic help to this area.

Bob Mandau, in Chesterland, Ohio, said he "welcomes the Olympics as a much-needed break from the negative politics on TV."

In Washington, D.C., one organization is hoping the ancient practice of “gleaning” can help build a much-needed oasis for people living in those deserts.

The campfire provided a much-needed source of warmth and light for Matthew and his group.

She used her overtime leave to take a much-needed vacation.

I'm going to give my mind some much-needed rest and I'll jump straight off to bed when I get right back home.

Mary provided much-needed child care for families in distress.

The comfort station offered a much-needed respite from the scorching sun.