as in gravity
the condition of being very important and needing immediate attention
The urgency of the situation meant that we needed to start right away.
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Recent Examples of urgency
Suggesting that extinction can be reversed through technology risks undermining the urgency of conserving existing species and ecosystems, critics say.
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Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 9 July 2025
The urgency to find him was exacerbated by his regular dialysis treatments and diabetes, per the post.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 9 July 2025
Refining the company’s streaming strategy has also taken on new urgency now that WBD intends to split its streaming and studios business from its cable TV networks.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 8 July 2025
As each nation scrambles to adjust their numbers—and perhaps offer concessions or deeper market access—the urgency is palpable.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 8 July 2025
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Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 9 July 2025
The urgency to find him was exacerbated by his regular dialysis treatments and diabetes, per the post.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 9 July 2025
Refining the company’s streaming strategy has also taken on new urgency now that WBD intends to split its streaming and studios business from its cable TV networks.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 8 July 2025
As each nation scrambles to adjust their numbers—and perhaps offer concessions or deeper market access—the urgency is palpable.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 8 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for urgency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for urgency
Noun
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Sunday wraps up with the first day of the 2025 MLB Draft, the leg of the weekend with actual gravity.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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This theory proposes that the exterior of the void would have a higher density than the center, its gravity gradually pulling at the contents of the void.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
8 July 2025
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Only many days after the start of the heat wave would the magnitude of the tragedy begin to sink in, as newspaper articles and nightly news reports tallied hundreds of deaths across Chicago.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
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There have been money woes and police scandals, but nothing of the magnitude that would put village sustainability at risk.—
Sharon Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
3 July 2025
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Indoor facilities have grown in importance as MLS considers aligning its schedule with the biggest global soccer leagues.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
1 July 2025
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While some fans expressed disappointment for the change, many emphasized the importance of it.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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Potential finalists will be notified via email and will be required to complete and return an Affidavit of Eligibility, License of Work and Release of Liability/Publicity within three (3) days of date of notification, or a shorter time if required by exigencies, or a runner-up may be selected.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
30 June 2025
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The judges repeatedly stressed an 1827 Supreme Court decision, Martin v. Mott, that gives the president exclusive authority to decide whether an exigency justifying the use of military power has arisen.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
17 June 2025
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From discussing the cultural significance of luxury timepieces to beautifully showcasing black love, the SUEDE Men’s Experience is delivering authentic moments crafted perfectly for the contemporary man.—
John Lawson,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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The significance of Ventura’s lawsuit will extend far beyond the trial, Burke, the founder of the #MeToo movement, previously told CNN.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
6 July 2025
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Vallas’ insistence on elevating the payouts to survivors of police violence and the criminal justice reform measures aimed at the curtailment of civil rights abuses to a greater level of concern than the police abuses of power that our city is unfortunately known for is nothing short of shameful.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 June 2025
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But there was also an insistence from the Anfield hierarchy that FSG’s self-sustaining business model should not be shredded on a whim — the player had to be worth the money, and Wirtz was deemed exactly that.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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“Urgency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/urgency. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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