Exigent
/ɪɡˈzɪdʒənt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Requiring immediate action or attention; urgent.
The exigent circumstances called for a swift legal response.
Forms
- exigently
Related terms
Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to justify prompt measures or exceptions to typical procedures.
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