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imperative

/ɪmpɛrətɪv/

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1 · adjective

extremely important and needing immediate action

极其重要的；迫切的

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It is imperative for you to act at once.
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你必须立即采取行动。
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Pronunciation: /ɪmpɛrətɪv/

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