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The water’s rising fast. Should we leave now?
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The water’s rising fast. Should we leave now?
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How to use in different contexts
Giving a Warning
The water is rising quickly; we should evacuate immediately.
Describing an Emergency
The floodwaters are rising rapidly, and we need to leave now.
Asking for Advice
The water level is increasing fast. What should we do?
Expressing Concern
I'm worried; the water's rising fast, and I don't know if we have time to leave.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The water is rising at an alarming rate. Departure is advisable.
Casual
The water's coming up fast! Let's get out of here.
Simpler English
The water is going up quickly. We should go.
Phrases to learn
rising fast
Increasing in level or amount rapidly.
Should we leave now?
A question asking for immediate action or decision regarding departure.