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Exigency

usgb/ˈeksɪdʒənsi/Volume
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Situational Urgency

Use 'exigency' to describe scenarios where quick decisions or responses are critical.

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During the flood, the exigency of evacuating residents was clear.
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Immediacy Emphasis

'Exigency' conveys an element of time sensitivity, stressing the importance of not delaying action.

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The exigency of fixing the breach in the dam required swift action.
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High Stakes

The term often implies that consequences are significant if immediate action isn't taken.

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The hospital faced an exigency when the power went out.
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