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 ## Limitations of memory queues [mem-queue-limitations]
 
 * Can lose data in abnormal termination
-* Don’t do well handling sudden bursts of data, where extra capacity in needed for {{ls}} to catch up
+* Don’t do well handling sudden bursts of data, where extra capacity is needed for {{ls}} to catch up
 
 ::::{tip}
 Consider using [persistent queues](/reference/persistent-queues.md) to avoid these limitations.