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There’s been an increase in burglaries in my neighborhood.

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Sentence

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There’s been an increase in burglaries in my neighborhood.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Reporting News

Local news reports a recent surge in burglaries in the area.

Community Meeting

We've seen a significant rise in burglaries in our neighborhood lately.

Personal Anecdote

I'm worried because there have been more burglaries near my home recently.

Seeking Advice

With the increase in burglaries, what security measures should we take?

Rephrased versions

Formal

A notable escalation in burglaries has been observed within my residential vicinity.

Casual

Burglaries are way up in my neighborhood.

Simpler English

More houses are getting robbed around here.

Phrases to learn

increase in burglaries

A rise in the number of burglaries.

my neighborhood

The area where I live.