1580s, "that which is needed," from Middle French exigence, from Latin exigentia "urgency" (see exigence). Meaning "state of being urgent" is from 1769. Related: Exigencies (1650s).
权威例句
1. The people have to accept the harsh exigency of war.
人们要承受战乱的严酷现实。
2. Upon an exigency, local authorities shall summon militia to guard riverbanks immediately.
遇有紧急情形时, 地方主管机关应即发动民力,驻堤协防.
3. But the exigency of the case admitted of no alternatives.
但情况紧急,别无其他良策.
4. The president is free to act in any sudden exigency.
在任何突发的紧急状况下董事长可自行采取行动.
5. Defense council : Absent exigency circumanstances, the police can not search without a warrant.