Urgency

usgb/ˈɜːrdʒənsi/
noun

A state of important and immediate action or attention.

There is an urgency to solve the environmental issues we are facing.
Visual representation of "urgency" - A state of important and immediate action or attention

Often appears as...

  • sense of urgency
  • urgency to act
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Immediate Attention

Use 'urgency' when something must be done soon, with limited time.

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We felt a sense of urgency to finish the project before the deadline.
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Problem Solving

'Urgency' signals a need for quick action to address serious problems.

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The urgency of the health crisis demanded immediate government response.
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High Stakes

Use in contexts where there are significant consequences if action is delayed.

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The fire created an urgency to evacuate the building at once.
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