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.
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Example Sentences
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Replimune plans to resubmit RP1’s application urgently, citing unmet needs for advanced melanoma, which causes 8,510 deaths annually.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
One of the best things you can do for your future self is explore these markets before you urgently need them.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
The foreign ministry called on "Iraq to prevent all hostile acts originating from its territory urgently and without conditions".
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Anyone becoming unwell with symptoms of meningitis or sepsis should seek medical help urgently at the closest Accident and Emergency Department or by dialling 999.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
“If you go now, you may slip away unseen,” he whispered urgently.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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