emergency
noun
a sudden, urgent, usually unexpected occurrence or occasion requiring immediate action.
emergencies
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pluralof emergency.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It already has statewide updates and evacuation orders on all fires over 10 acres, with detailed local information on fires and other emergencies from local authorities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
In some countries, host governments have priority access to stocks during emergencies, while producers can use the facilities as commercial inventories in normal times, improving logistical flexibility.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
The listing also mentions the helipad, but this time it’s for emergencies, not for exclusive country club access.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026
The storm came as the government released general advice for households to stock up on tinned food and bottled water in order to be prepared for emergencies.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026
Was I up to the job, to the frequent emergencies?
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
