The verb 'need' in passive voice

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The verb 'need' in passive voice

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Dear teacher,

Please help me to convert the following sentence into passive voice.

I need to buy diamonds.

Thank you.
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Re: The verb 'need' in passive voice

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--> Diamonds need to be bought by me.

(unnatural but possible).
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