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Pressing

usgb/ˈpresɪŋ/Volume
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Emergency Context

Use 'pressing' in situations that require immediate attention or action.

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The pressing nature of the leak demands instant repairs.
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Conveys Importance

'Pressing' implies that the matter is not only urgent but also of high significance.

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Addressing climate change is a pressing concern for all nations.
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Subjective Urgency

What is 'pressing' can be subjective; it depends on who is affected and their priorities.

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For the villagers, finding clean water is more pressing than anything else.
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