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I reported the crime to the police as soon as I saw it happen.

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Sentence

Narrator

I reported the crime to the police as soon as I saw it happen.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should report any crime you witness to the police immediately.

Describing Habits

Whenever I see a crime, I always report it to the authorities without delay.

Asking About Others

Did you report the incident to the police after you saw it?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If I hadn't reported the crime, I would have felt guilty.

Rephrased versions

Formal

I filed a report with the police department concerning the crime immediately upon witnessing the event.

Casual

I told the cops about the crime right away.

Simpler English

I called the police when I saw the crime.

Phrases to learn

report the crime

To inform the police about a crime that has occurred.

as soon as

Immediately; at the same time.