| 1 | This is the most pressing task at present. | |
| 2 | The matter is urgent and something's got to be done about it at once. | |
| 3 | Compelling immediate action or attention; pressing. | |
| 4 | Is it just us, or does work seem to be busier and more urgent than ever before? | |
| 5 | The most urgent tasks are to create jobs, cut crime and clean up a fiscal mess. |