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Should we stay indoors until the authorities say it’s safe to go outside?

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Sentence

Narrator

Should we stay indoors until the authorities say it’s safe to go outside?

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

I recommend staying indoors until the authorities declare it safe to go outside.

Describing Habits

We're staying indoors as a precaution until we hear it's safe from the authorities.

Asking About Others

Are you planning to stay indoors until the authorities give the all-clear?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If we went outside now, before the authorities say it's safe, we might be putting ourselves at risk.

Rephrased versions

Formal

It is advisable to remain indoors until official confirmation of safety is provided.

Casual

Let's hang tight inside until we get the go-ahead from the authorities.

Simpler English

We should stay inside until it's safe, according to the officials.

Phrases to learn

stay indoors

To remain inside a building or dwelling.

authorities say it’s safe

Official sources declare that there is no longer a risk.