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I need to report a theft that happened yesterday.

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Sentence

Narrator

I need to report a theft that happened yesterday.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

If a theft occurred, you should report it to the authorities immediately.

Describing Habits

Whenever something is stolen, I always make a police report.

Asking About Others

Did you report the theft that occurred yesterday?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If I didn't report the theft, I would feel guilty.

Rephrased versions

Formal

It is necessary for me to file a report concerning the theft that occurred yesterday.

Casual

I gotta report a theft that happened yesterday.

Simpler English

I need to tell the police about something that was stolen yesterday.

Phrases to learn

report a theft

To officially inform the authorities about a stolen item.

happened yesterday

Occurred on the previous day.