urgency

Example Sentences

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We had no other choice but to rely on each other, and I think the events that are happening in our world today stress the urgency of that statement from Lauren.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Castillo’s case illustrates the urgency of ensuring that assisted suicide isn’t considered an expression of free “autonomy.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

This comes as a sense of urgency to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz has been building.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

After more than 100 campaign stops his message has been shortened to "Now": the words "or never" have been crossed out, adding to the urgency.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“The three of us,” Irmgard said with apprehensive urgency.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick