Synonyms of emergencies

emergencies

noun

plural of emergency

as in crises

a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action

an alert, quick-thinking girl who is good to have around in an emergency

Synonyms & Similar Words

• crises
• crossroads
• situations
• exigencies
• heads
• extremities
• conjunctures
• clutches
• flash points
• boiling points
• junctures
• breaking points
• contingencies
• possibilities
• crunches
• predicaments
• crunch times
• tinderboxes
• zero hours
• moments of truth
• milestones
• Dunkirks
• points of no return
• conditions
• happenings
• climaxes
• straits
• landmarks
• turning points
• corners
• deadlocks
• impasses
• jams
• passes
• hot waters
• fixes
• scrapes
• stalemates
• spots
• holes
• last minutes
• pinches
• last ditches
• eleventh hours

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of emergencies

Low-altitude flying carries inherent risks, including the potential for debris to scatter on the ground and less time for pilots to respond to emergencies. — Elise Spenner, ABC News, 10 July 2026

At least 1,405 residents had been evacuated from their homes, said Antonio Sanz, the minister for health and emergencies in the region, which is popular among tourists. — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 10 July 2026

These studies represent more than just a response to an outbreak, but rather years of scientific investment as well as the power of global collaboration that can accelerate research during public health emergencies. — Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Sacramento-area districts, including Twin Rivers and Folsom Cordova, are implementing the law through existing or recently revised policies that carve out exceptions for emergencies, medical needs and noninstructional time. — Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Friday's medical emergencies required onsite attention as crowds flocked to the nation’s capital for Independence Day. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026

There are some carve outs if students have health needs, emergencies or teacher permission for educational reasons. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026

The Minneapolis 911 office also asked residents to limit their 911 calls to emergencies only, and use the 311 line for noise complaints. — Wcco Staff, CBS News, 1 July 2026

In emergencies, call 911, or seek care from a local hospital or mental health provider. — Erin McMullen, Time, 29 June 2026