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es preciso que + subjuntivo

it's necessary that + subjunctive (formal)

Expressing Obligation / Necessity

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Es preciso que actuemos con rapidez.

It is necessary that we act quickly.

—¿Hace falta avisar? —Sí, es preciso que lo sepan pronto.

—Do we need to let them know? —Yes, it's necessary that they find out soon.

Es preciso que se respeten los plazos acordados.

It is necessary that the agreed deadlines be respected.

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