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Exigency

Description:

Exigency is a noun that refers to an urgent or pressing need or demand. It denotes a situation that requires immediate attention or action.

Senses:

1. Urgent need or demand
2. Emergency

Usages:

1. [Sense 1] In times of natural disasters, the government must respond promptly to the exigency of providing food, water, and shelter to the affected population.

2. [Sense 2] During the fire drill, the school staff efficiently handled the exigency by evacuating all the students to safety.

Sample Sentences:

1. The exigency of finding a lost child necessitated the involvement of the entire community.
2. Amidst the exigency of the pandemic, medical professionals worked tirelessly to save lives.
3. He proved himself capable of making quick decisions in times of exigency.

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• Emergency Kit
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