A emergência
Example: A emergência médica exigiu atendimento imediato no hospital.
Definition
"A emergência" refers to a sudden, urgent situation requiring immediate attention, often related to medical or safety issues. It describes circumstances where quick action is essential to prevent harm or serious consequences, such as in the phrase 'A emergência médica exigiu atendimento imediato no hospital.'
Etymology
The word "emergência" comes from the Latin 'emergentia,' meaning 'appearance' or 'emergence.' It originally referred to something coming to light or becoming visible. Over time, its use evolved to describe urgent or critical situations that 'emerge' suddenly, requiring prompt response.
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