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urgency

[ur-juhn-see] / ˈɜr dʒən si /




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But “Do the Right Thing” remains with us, its urgency and relevance undiminished, waiting for an America open to listen and live up to its idealized aspirations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

IonQ CEO Niccolo de Masi underscored this sense of urgency in an interview with Barron’s.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

That brings all the more urgency to your savings question.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

Speaking about the debate, which she attended, Nelson said she was devastated that the issue wasn't being tackled with more urgency.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

Talking about Shabbat rekindled her urgency to get the onions brought in from the field so Mama could take them to the Friday market.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack




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