criticalassistance
nounUK /ˈkrɪtɪkəl əˈsɪstəns/
US /ˈkrɪtɪkəl əˈsɪstəns/
Very important help that someone needs right away.
The stranded hikers received critical assistance from the rescue team.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Help given at a moment when a situation could fail without it.
The hospital provided critical assistance during the power outage.
3. Expert advice that is necessary for a plan to succeed.
The startup relied on critical assistance from its legal advisors.
4. Immediate help in a dangerous or life-threatening situation.
Critical assistance arrived within minutes of the accident.