Synonyms

urgently

American

[ur-juhnt-lee] / ˈɜr dʒənt li /

adverb

in a way that requires immediate action or attention.

These reforms are urgently necessary to protect both the public health and national security.
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

Etymology

Origin of urgently

urgent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Earlier this month, Otonomo announced plans to merge with another company, a digital roadside-assistance firm called Urgently.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 20, 2023

Urgently needed foreign investors could put their plans on hold until after next year's election, Djogovic said, adding: "None has guarantees now that any major investment could come under attack from environmental protests."

From Reuters • Dec. 10, 2021

"Urgently call for a full and thorough investigation. Those responsible must be held to account."

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2018

Urgently needed measures in Puerto Rico and Florida are at risk, and fears of Zika spreading along the Gulf Coast are growing.

From New York Times • Sep. 11, 2016

Urgently, Ambassador Rahel burrowed through the press of people to her brother and co-Ambassador.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy

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