Word Finder - emergencies

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A situation which poses an immediate risk and which requires urgent attention.

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Cardiac arrest is an emergency and if you find someone in cardiac arrest you should call 999 immediately.

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The department of a hospital that treats emergencies.

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An individual brought in at short notice to replace a member of staff, a player in a sporting team, etc.

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The quality of being emergent; sudden or unexpected appearance; an unforeseen occurrence.

The rifle is for emergencies only.

In Europe the wild boar is still hunted with dogs, but the spear, except when used in emergencies and for giving the coup de grace, has been given up for the gun.

I have some money saved back for emergencies.

On the seashore fishing naturally became a means of livelihood, and dwellers by the sea, in virtue of the dangers to which they are exposed from storm and unseaworthy craft, are stimulated to a higher degree of foresight, quicker observation, prompter decision and more energetic action in emergencies than those who live inland.

But all attempts at an international union of Jews, even in view of such emergencies as these, have failed.

Parents should keep a can of ORS on hand for emergencies.

You know what to do in emergencies?

A potential nanny must employ a wide breath of knowledge about children; have a flexible personality and the strong ability to handle emergencies.

Allergic reactions to insect stings are considered medical emergencies.

However, I do carry a rifle for emergencies.

In the first stage of the history of the statesgeneral Mirabeau's part was very great He was soon recognized as a leader, to the chagrin of Jean Joseph Mounier, because he always knew his own mind, and was prompt in emergencies.

Great Britain had throughout the war preserved strict neutrality, but, while making it clear from the outset that she could not assist Turkey, had been prepared for emergencies.

The supreme chief's authority is limited by the advice of a council of elders, whom he is obliged to summon in certain emergencies.

The duke had acquired a position above parties, and was the trusted adviser of all statesmen and of the court in emergencies.

The general divan was to consist of functionaries, and to meet on emergencies.

A considerable reserve fund is maintained to meet emergencies.

The Harnai route, although longer, is the one adopted for all ordinary traffic, the Bolan loop being reserved for emergencies.

Even in Italy, though his general course of action was warped by wrong prepossessions, he in many instances manifested exceptional practical sagacity in dealing with immediate difficulties and emergencies.

Such celebrations must be distinguished from those which were ordered, like the earlier lectisternia, by the Sibylline books in special emergencies.

Extraordinary assemblies could be convoked at any time or place on special emergencies.

In no other has public money been expended with such enlightened discretion, and in no other has the municipal system kept pace with such rapid growth and displayed greater resource in emergencies.

Thus far, Mr. Tim was not following typical protocol for emergencies.

We waved goodbye then rushed into our vehicles to join the convoy, mobile phones at the ready in case of emergencies.

However, there is some reluctance in that sms isn't reliable in terms of delivery, thus discouraged in emergencies.

Out of Hours Emergencies The council has an emergency Repair Service to deal with very urgent repairs outside normal working hours.

Emergencies / Fire IN THE event of fire, or other reasons necessitating the evacuation of the building, a siren will sound continuously.

It always helps to have some money put aside for emergencies or for little extras that you haven't budgeted for.

Find out how to prevent slow punctures, select tires and tubes of the right size and pack a spare inner tube for emergencies.

Weekly repayment installments also leave very little room for error or general emergencies.

The concept of WHO analgesic ladder, obviously, needs to be modified in such pain emergencies.

Save the Children works to prevent and treat acute malnutrition in emergencies.

We have generous maternity and paternity leave, carer's leave for emergencies, adoption leave, parental leave and compassionate leave.

People with genuine emergencies need, and rightly expect, an immediate response.

Out of Hours Emergencies The council has an Emergency Repair Service to deal with very urgent repairs outside normal working hours.

Rocky handled all types of emergencies, including the evacuation of doomed planets and the uncovering of villainous plots against the United Worlds.

In some cases, medical emergencies may prohibit you from forming that initial bond with your baby.

Emergencies-Nobody likes to think about emergencies when it comes to the health of a child.

However, it's extremely important that you find out how emergencies are handled at the school you are considering.

Emergencies-How will emergencies be handled?

All are battery-powered, perfect for remote campsites and use in natural disaster emergencies.

A good battery life will allow you to be more mobile with your work, plus a good battery life will come in handy during blackouts and other emergencies.

The Animal Poison Control Center provides an informative resource for animal poison-related emergencies.

Saving for emergencies and how much should be put away just in case.

It's a different story if you have plenty of money in savings for emergencies even after paying your debt off, but if paying your debt means you have no money to fall back on in the bank then you should leave your money where it is.

The cards are perfect for keeping on hand for emergencies - in the purse, wallet or in the car.

The Rush Visa card may be the perfect card to keep in your wallet for emergencies or to help you set the limit for how much you spend.

This program costs money and protects cardholders in the event of a variety of financial emergencies.

Identity theft agents are on-call for emergencies, and those enrolled in the program are given up to $1 million in identity theft insurance.

Always seek immediate medical attention for any medical emergencies.

For life-threatening emergencies, head to the nearest hospital or doctor's office or call 911.