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I think I’ve witnessed a car accident. Should I call the police?

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Sentence

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I think I’ve witnessed a car accident. Should I call the police?

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Reporting an Incident

I believe I just witnessed a car accident; I'm calling the police.

Seeking Advice

I think I saw a car accident. What should I do?

Describing an Event

I was walking when I witnessed a car accident. It was quite frightening.

Expressing Uncertainty

I'm not sure, but I think I saw a car accident. I should probably check if anyone needs help.

Rephrased versions

Formal

I believe I have observed a vehicular collision. I will contact the authorities.

Casual

I think I saw a car crash. Should I call 911?

Simpler English

I saw a car wreck. Call the police?

Phrases to learn

witnessed a car accident

To have seen a car accident happen.

call the police

To contact the police department to report an incident.