刻不容缓

kè bù róng huǎn

HSK 7–9

Meaning

形容形势非常紧迫，一刻也不能拖延。

Describes a situation that is extremely urgent, not allowing even a moment's delay.

常用于强调需要立即采取行动，不能有任何耽搁。

Often used to emphasize the need for immediate action without any delay.

1 救援工作刻不容缓，我们必须立即行动。(The rescue work is urgent and must be carried out immediately.)
2 保护环境刻不容缓，否则后果不堪设想。(Environmental protection is urgent; otherwise, the consequences would be disastrous.)
3 疫情防控刻不容缓，大家都要配合防疫措施。(Epidemic prevention and control is urgent; everyone must cooperate with the measures.)
4 这个项目的进度已经落后，时间刻不容缓。(The progress of this project is behind schedule; time is of the essence.)
5 抢救古建筑刻不容缓，否则这些文化遗产将永远消失。(The rescue of ancient buildings is urgent; otherwise, these cultural heritages will be lost forever.)

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