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(ur-gen-cy) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the quality of being very important and needing immediate attention.

Example Sentence

The urgency in her voice could be heard.

More Example Sentences

The urgency of the situation was clear.

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

urgency
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • urgency

  • emergency
  • insurgency
  • resurgency

  • nonemergency

  • counterinsurgency
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