emergencies

Example Sentences

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“Like a lot of Americans,” she said, “I’m one or two big emergencies away from being like, ‘Oh God, I’m going to go back into debt.’”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

“Failures involving storage tanks or containment systems can escalate into large-scale public safety emergencies within minutes,” Filippo Marchino, founder and managing partner of the X-Law Group, said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Donors are vital for securing a steady supply of blood for cancer patients, new mothers, those living with long-term conditions such as sickle cell disease, as well as during emergencies.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

“Over time, doctor appointments, emergencies, financial costs and daily caregiving responsibilities can gradually consume the time and energy couples would otherwise spend on their relationship,” Nguyen said.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

We decided to create the Cookie Monster Cash relief jar so we could have cash in case of emergencies.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya