an unforeseen or sudden occurrence, esp of a danger demanding immediate remedy or action
b.
(as modifier)
an emergency exit
2.
a.
a patient requiring urgent treatment
b.
(as modifier)
an emergency ward
3. state of emergency
4. New Zealand
a player selected to stand by to replace an injured member of a team; reserve
Examples of 'emergencies' in a sentence
emergencies
Duty teacher always knows where the key is in case of emergencies.
Dexter Petley WHITE LIES (2003)
I gave him a subway map, a transit card and $20 in case of emergencies.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
However, restrictions on communications, movements and association could be reimposed in emergencies.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
This is a rainy day fund to cover emergencies.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
It will meet monthly and also sit during any national financial emergencies.
The Sun (2008)
Severe pain, or looking like you're about to croak - they're emergencies.
The Sun (2008)
Everybody should ideally have some money in cash savings to cater for short-term emergencies.
The Sun (2017)
I always keep two in case of emergencies.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Take glue with you in case of emergencies!
The Sun (2009)
Mobiles are for emergencies and necessary messages, not for passing the time when walking.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
All related terms of 'emergencies'
emergency
An emergency is an unexpected and difficult or dangerous situation , especially an accident , which happens suddenly and which requires quick action to deal with it.
climate emergency
If there is a climate emergency , very serious danger and damage is likely because of climate change, and special action must be taken.
state of emergency
a condition, declared by a government, in which martial law applies , usually because of civil unrest or natural disaster
accident and emergency
The accident and emergency is the room or department in a hospital where people who have severe injuries or sudden illness are taken for emergency treatment. The abbreviation → A & E is also used.
accident and emergency department
the room or department in a hospital where people who have severe injuries or sudden illness are taken for emergency treatment
accident and emergency unit
the room or department in a hospital where people who have severe injuries or sudden illness are taken for emergency treatment
accident unit
the room or department in a hospital where people who have severe injuries or sudden illness are taken for emergency treatment