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(satellite adjective) made necessary by sudden occurrence demanding immediate remedy; "the plane made an emergency landing"; "an emergency session to consider aid for the earthquake victims" |
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(noun) a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action; "he never knew what to do in an emergency" |
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Synonyms: exigency, pinch |
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Related Words: crisis |
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(noun) a state in which martial law applies; "the governor declared a state of emergency" |
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Related Words: temporary state |
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(noun) a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage |
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Synonyms: emergency brake, hand brake, parking brake |
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Related Words: brake |
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