Acutely urgent Crossword Clue

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Acutely urgent Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless
2. causing fear or dread or terror

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ACUTELY (adverb)
1. in a keen or penetrating way
2. in a shrewd manner
URGENT (adjective)
1. compelling immediate action

Hint 3: Anagram

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