This is the 583rd most frequent Japanese word.
とにかく
"Anyway," "in any case," or "at any rate."
The word 'とにかく' is used here to emphasize determination to proceed despite circumstances.
とにかく、それを完成させる必要があります。
Anyway, we need to complete it.
The word 'とにかく' conveys an urgency to prioritize actions.
とにかく、急いでこの問題を解決しましょう。
In any case, let's hurry and solve this issue.
The word 'とにかく' is used to urge someone to comply before anything else.