| Word | Exigency |
|---|---|
| Meaning | something that is necessary in a particular situation |
| Example 1 | Rules are an exigency inside of a prison or else chaos will reign. |
| Example 2 | Although my son hates taking his medicine, it is an exigency that must be consumed for his physical wellbeing. |
| Example 3 | Bill’s allergy medication is an exigency he always carries around in case of an attack. |
| Example 4 | Until my attacker is found, I consider having a bodyguard to be an exigency. |
| Example 5 | Keeping money in a savings account is a financial exigency that will serve you well if you ever lose your job. |
| Example 6 | In the case of Frank’s severe illness, a leave of absence from work is an exigency. |
| Example 7 | Juan’s calming influence was the exigency needed to settle down the unhappy workers. |
| Example 8 | 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. |
| Example 9 | In the hot summer months, a bottle of water is an exigency if you are planning on running several miles. |
| Example 10 | Since Jane drives alone at night quite often, she views her cell phone as an exigency that makes her feel safe during her journeys. |
