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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Those concepts feel vital in a year that strapped concrete boots on our national mood and left us urgently wishing for renewal.
From Salon
The report also found that the crisis in adult social care "remains a scandal" which needs to be addressed urgently.
From BBC
Spanish Agriculture Minister Luis Planas described the deal as "crucial" this week while the German government said its signing was "urgently necessary".
From Barron's
But the historic devastation of the Palisades and Eaton fires has led residents and experts to search urgently for ways to ensure more water is available next time.
From Los Angeles Times
"We once again underline the importance of urgently ending the war between Russia and Ukraine," the ministry said.
From BBC
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