as in acute
needing immediate attention
I will need to put off everything but the most urgent issues
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Recent Examples of urgent
At a time when the visibility and valuation of Black women and girls have become more urgent than ever, this space offers something precious: rest.
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Essence, 23 July 2025
Nearly 30,000 people faced urgent shelter-in-place orders on Wednesday as the National Weather Service (NWS) issued severe thunderstorm warnings.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
Emergency grants offer immediate relief for urgent expenses such as rent, utilities or unexpected car repairs.
—Rita Raichoudhuri, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025
The times are too grave, the challenge too urgent, and the stakes too high‚to permit the customary passions of political debate….
—Time, 23 July 2025
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Essence, 23 July 2025
Nearly 30,000 people faced urgent shelter-in-place orders on Wednesday as the National Weather Service (NWS) issued severe thunderstorm warnings.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
Emergency grants offer immediate relief for urgent expenses such as rent, utilities or unexpected car repairs.
—Rita Raichoudhuri, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025
The times are too grave, the challenge too urgent, and the stakes too high‚to permit the customary passions of political debate….
—Time, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for urgent
Adjective
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This is sometimes called an acute dystonia reaction.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman,
Health,
25 July 2025
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In Gaza City, 16% of 15,000 children were found to suffer from acute malnutrition, quadruple the percentage from February.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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But a more pressing fear might be that in the shadow of AI, human beings are preparing their own obsolescence in advance, producing and consuming more and more creative work that seems algorithmic rather than inspired, accepting in blockbuster movies and ...—
Ross Douthat,
National Review,
24 July 2025
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Beyond environmental issues, the loss of local control is the most pressing concern for coastal cities.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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That’s as far as anyone in the panel addressed the film’s parallels to the current dire state of American democracy.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
26 July 2025
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Combining some cleaning agents, such as bleach and ammonia, can create toxic fumes that can have dire consequences when inhaled.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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The finish is long and intense, with lingering orchard fruits and spices.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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That’s due in part to the fluidity and intense candor of each member’s writing.—
Leah Lu,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The Sirens is a compelling mix of contemporary, historical, and speculative fiction told through multiple points of view, mysterious dreams, and magical revelations.—
Kalie Cassidy
July 25,
Literary Hub,
25 July 2025
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For example, an account director at an ad agency who feels valued at work is more likely to have a positive experience with a client and generate more compelling work for that client, thus resulting in that client staying with that agency long term.—
Greg Dolan,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Instead, there are evolving relationships, feedback loops, and emergent behavior.—
Jeroen Tas,
Time,
10 July 2025
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An emergent Catholic right in the U.S. is coalescing in Nashville, and has attracted some of Francis' fiercest critics — namely Cardinal Raymond Burke — to visit and speak at parishes and other Nashville events.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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This show hasn’t been relevant for over 20 years and is hanging on by a thread with uninspired ideas in a desperate attempt for attention.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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This show hasn't been relevant for over 20 years and is hanging on by a thread with uninspired ideas in a desperate attempt for attention.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Future View Of Mentorship Looking ahead, the role of mentors in fostering innovation will become even more critical and nuanced.—
David Henkin,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Em Out arrived to critical acclaim, with some hailing it as an instant classic and contender for album of the year.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
15 July 2025
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“Urgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/urgent. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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