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Emergency
01
a hand-operated brake used to stop a vehicle when the main brakes fail
Examples
He engaged the emergency to stop the car on the steep slope.
The driver pulled the emergency in a critical situation.
02
an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action
Examples
The lifeguard quickly responded to the emergency when a swimmer began struggling in the water.
The pilot declared an emergency due to engine failure.
03
a state in which martial law is imposed, suspending ordinary legal processes and granting military authorities control
Examples
The president declared an emergency to restore order amid the riots.
The government announced an emergency following the coup attempt.
Lexical Tree
emergency
emergence
emerge
