Urgency
/ˈɜːrdʒənsi/noun
A state of important and immediate action or attention.
There is an urgency to solve the environmental issues we are facing.
Often appears as...
- sense of urgency
- urgency to act
noun
The quality of expressing a strong, often anxious desire or interest.
His voice carried a note of urgency that immediately caught everyone's attention.
Often appears as...
- note of urgency
- urgency in voice
noun
The force or quality of impelling to action, usually because of pressure or necessity.
The urgency of the situation forced them to make a quick decision.
Often appears as...
- urgency of situation
- urgency of deadline
noun
A state of important and immediate action or attention.
There is an urgency to solve the environmental issues we are facing.
Often appears as...
- sense of urgency
- urgency to act
noun
The quality of expressing a strong, often anxious desire or interest.
His voice carried a note of urgency that immediately caught everyone's attention.
Often appears as...
- note of urgency
- urgency in voice
noun
The force or quality of impelling to action, usually because of pressure or necessity.
The urgency of the situation forced them to make a quick decision.
Often appears as...
- urgency of situation
- urgency of deadline
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Attention
Use 'urgency' when something must be done soon, with limited time.
We felt a sense of urgency to finish the project before the deadline.
Pro Tip 2/3Problem Solving
'Urgency' signals a need for quick action to address serious problems.
The urgency of the health crisis demanded immediate government response.
Pro Tip 3/3High Stakes
Use in contexts where there are significant consequences if action is delayed.
The fire created an urgency to evacuate the building at once.
Compare with
exigencygravityimmediacyimportantintensitynecessityseriousvitality
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Gaming can make a better...
you might miss some of the nuance in this photo. You probably see the sense of urgency, a little bit of fear, but intense concentration, deep, deep focus on tackling a really difficult problem. If you are a gamer, you will notice a few nuances the crinkle of the eyes up, and around the mouth
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The perks of being a...
And it's also true that some of those priorities are met with an increased sense of urgency. But another, more salient realization that comes to light is the triviality of our own self-importance and self-consciousness. To truly understand the extent to which your self-consciousness
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Can we build AI without...
And now we're just counting down the months until the mothership lands? We would feel a little more urgency than we do. Another reason we're told not to worry is that these machines can't help but share our values because they will be literally extensions of ourselves.
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The journey of learning...
are not learning to code they're not interested they don't see it as relevant they don't have a sense of urgency about it so what about me was irrelevant for me learning to code meant when I was back in on my macbook air trying to upgrade to mountain lions and all of a
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First person vs. Second...
Placing the reader in a character’s perspective can build urgency and suspense. Sometimes, though, second person is intended to distance the narrator from their own story, rather than bring the reader closer to the story. In these cases,
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Japanese Bees Swarm...
swarm the honey reserves stored in our stomachs won't last long and they must find a new home as a matter of urgency it's something Yamaguchi plans to take advantage of spring is a magical time the countryside bursts into life blossom
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3 things I learned while...
I came up with a saying, which is, "I collect bad wines." Because if the wine is ready and the person is there, I'm opening it. I no longer want to postpone anything in life. And that urgency, that purpose, has really changed my life.
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Is it bad to hold your...
or urinating without proper physical support may over time weaken or overwork that muscular sling. That can lead to an overactive pelvic floor, bladder pain, urgency, or urinary incontinence. So in the interest of long-term health,
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Prince William PIPE This...
and turn it with laser sharp focus and urgency on the most pressing challenge we have ever faced, repairing our planet. The shared goals for our generation are clear. Together, we must protect and restore nature,
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Climate Change: It’s...
strides possible and more are on the way but we can't wait reimagining our world's energy future we'll take a shared sense of urgency from countries companies cities and all of us working
Video examples
Gaming can make a better...
you might miss some of the nuance in this photo. You probably see the sense of urgency, a little bit of fear, but intense concentration, deep, deep focus on tackling a really difficult problem. If you are a gamer, you will notice a few nuances the crinkle of the eyes up, and around the mouth
Video examples
The perks of being a...
And it's also true that some of those priorities are met with an increased sense of urgency. But another, more salient realization that comes to light is the triviality of our own self-importance and self-consciousness. To truly understand the extent to which your self-consciousness
Video examples
Can we build AI without...
And now we're just counting down the months until the mothership lands? We would feel a little more urgency than we do. Another reason we're told not to worry is that these machines can't help but share our values because they will be literally extensions of ourselves.
Video examples
The journey of learning...
are not learning to code they're not interested they don't see it as relevant they don't have a sense of urgency about it so what about me was irrelevant for me learning to code meant when I was back in on my macbook air trying to upgrade to mountain lions and all of a
Video examples
First person vs. Second...
Placing the reader in a character’s perspective can build urgency and suspense. Sometimes, though, second person is intended to distance the narrator from their own story, rather than bring the reader closer to the story. In these cases,
Video examples
Japanese Bees Swarm...
swarm the honey reserves stored in our stomachs won't last long and they must find a new home as a matter of urgency it's something Yamaguchi plans to take advantage of spring is a magical time the countryside bursts into life blossom
Video examples
3 things I learned while...
I came up with a saying, which is, "I collect bad wines." Because if the wine is ready and the person is there, I'm opening it. I no longer want to postpone anything in life. And that urgency, that purpose, has really changed my life.
Video examples
Is it bad to hold your...
or urinating without proper physical support may over time weaken or overwork that muscular sling. That can lead to an overactive pelvic floor, bladder pain, urgency, or urinary incontinence. So in the interest of long-term health,
Video examples
Prince William PIPE This...
and turn it with laser sharp focus and urgency on the most pressing challenge we have ever faced, repairing our planet. The shared goals for our generation are clear. Together, we must protect and restore nature,
Video examples
Climate Change: It’s...
strides possible and more are on the way but we can't wait reimagining our world's energy future we'll take a shared sense of urgency from countries companies cities and all of us working
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Zadie Smith
British Novelist
I just realized quite early on that I'm not going to be the type who can write a novel every two years. I think you need to feel an urgency about the act. Otherwise, when you read it, you feel no urgency, either. So I don't write unless I really feel I need to, and that's a luxury.
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John Grierson
British Director
Political conflicts distort and disturb a people's sense of distinction between matters of importance and matters of urgency. What is vital is disguised by what is merely a matter of well being.
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Jeffrey R. Immelt
American Businessman
I love working with customers. Sales has really influenced everything I do. It has instilled in me the important traits of operating with a sense of urgency and listening to people.
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Kamala Harris
American Vice President
I want to use my position of leadership to help move along at a faster pace what I believe and know the Obama administration wants to do around the urgency of climate change.
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Ron Johnson
American
Many of us have felt that sense of desperation - of urgency - when we learn that we or someone we love is fighting for their life.
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H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
American Author
You must take action now that will move you towards your goals. Develop a sense of urgency in your life.
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Frank McCourt
Irish Author
You feel a sense of urgency, especially at my advanced age, when you're staring into the grave.
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George C. Wolfe
American Playwright
When 'The Normal Heart' first appeared, the sense of urgency was so important.
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Les Brown
American Speaker
We have to live life with a sense of urgency so not a minute is wasted.
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Mark Spitz
American Athlete
In everyday life there is always manana. There is no urgency.
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Zadie Smith
British Novelist
I just realized quite early on that I'm not going to be the type who can write a novel every two years. I think you need to feel an urgency about the act. Otherwise, when you read it, you feel no urgency, either. So I don't write unless I really feel I need to, and that's a luxury.
Quote examples
John Grierson
British Director
Political conflicts distort and disturb a people's sense of distinction between matters of importance and matters of urgency. What is vital is disguised by what is merely a matter of well being.
Quote examples
Jeffrey R. Immelt
American Businessman
I love working with customers. Sales has really influenced everything I do. It has instilled in me the important traits of operating with a sense of urgency and listening to people.
Quote examples
Kamala Harris
American Vice President
I want to use my position of leadership to help move along at a faster pace what I believe and know the Obama administration wants to do around the urgency of climate change.
Quote examples
Ron Johnson
American
Many of us have felt that sense of desperation - of urgency - when we learn that we or someone we love is fighting for their life.
Quote examples
H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
American Author
You must take action now that will move you towards your goals. Develop a sense of urgency in your life.
Quote examples
Frank McCourt
Irish Author
You feel a sense of urgency, especially at my advanced age, when you're staring into the grave.
Quote examples
George C. Wolfe
American Playwright
When 'The Normal Heart' first appeared, the sense of urgency was so important.
Quote examples
Les Brown
American Speaker
We have to live life with a sense of urgency so not a minute is wasted.
Quote examples
Mark Spitz
American Athlete
In everyday life there is always manana. There is no urgency.
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