urgently
Americanadverb
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in a way that requires immediate action or attention.
These reforms are urgently necessary to protect both the public health and national security.
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in an insistent or earnest way.
We urgently request a thorough review and reevaluation of the government’s recovery plans for endangered species.
Other Word Forms
- nonurgently adverb
- superurgently adverb
- unurgently adverb
Etymology
Origin of urgently
Example Sentences
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Suddenly I saw the two of them huddled together at the factory or speaking urgently in the back room of the Eagle.
From Literature
He signaled urgently, but Dodzi was determined to wait for the return of his dream girl.
From Literature
Because use of these medications continues to grow and practical guidance is urgently needed, the researchers suggest drawing lessons from nutrition care used after weight loss surgery.
From Science Daily
The charity that represents hospices in Wales has called on Welsh government and health leaders to urgently protect services by updating the current funding model.
From BBC
“And we are urgently working to ensure that more is delivered as quickly as possible. I continue to work with allies, urging them to dig deep in their stockpiles, knowing how pressing is the need.”
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