Definition of Exigency

something that is necessary in a particular situation

Examples of Exigency in a sentence

In the hot summer months, a bottle of water is an exigency if you are planning on running several miles.  🔊

Although my son hates taking his medicine, it is an exigency that must be consumed for his physical wellbeing.  🔊

Bill’s allergy medication is an exigency he always carries around in case of an attack.  🔊

Until my attacker is found, I consider having a bodyguard to be an exigency.  🔊

Keeping money in a savings account is a financial exigency that will serve you well if you ever lose your job.  🔊

In the case of Frank's severe illness, a leave of absence from work is an exigency.  🔊

Juan’s calming influence was the exigency needed to settle down the unhappy workers.  🔊

Because of a decrease in sales, my company has decided the laying off of workers is an exigency that must be executed in order to keep the business afloat.  🔊

Rules are an exigency inside of a prison or else chaos will reign.  🔊

Since Jane drives alone at night quite often, she views her cell phone as an exigency that makes her feel safe during her journeys.  🔊

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