- plural of emergency.
emergencies
Example Sentences
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An Ebola training facility set up by Doctors Without Borders in Kenya is a chance for health workers to prepare for one of the most complex emergencies they are ever likely to face.
From Barron's ● Jul. 11, 2026
Near construction zones, sporting events, concerts or emergencies that AVs may not handle well, police officers have found that the best strategy is keeping the cars away in the first place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
Major emergencies are rare for ambulance services, whose visits are largely spent caring for the elderly or those with chronic health conditions, the paramedics told the BBC.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
As you think about how much of your portfolio you can reasonably spend down, make sure you have money set aside in an account that’s easy to access and reserved for emergencies.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
As was all of the cash Dad left us for emergencies.
From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson
