Definition
Scarcity and urgency encourage people to act now, using limited stock or deadlines. They must be genuine to be effective and compliant.
Scarcity and urgency explained
Real deadlines, limited editions and seasonal sales create urgency. Fake countdowns erode trust.
Example
The summer sale ends Sunday at midnight.
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