Learn · Sentences Explaining an Emergency Situation
The emergency crew arrived at the scene within minutes of the call.
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The emergency crew arrived at the scene within minutes of the call.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
News Reporting
Emergency crews arrived at the scene within minutes of receiving the call.
Describing an Event
The emergency response was swift; they were there within minutes.
Expressing Relief
Thankfully, the emergency crew arrived at the scene within minutes.
Comparing Response Times
In contrast to previous incidents, the emergency crew arrived within minutes this time.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The emergency services personnel reached the location within minutes of the emergency call.
Casual
The emergency crew got there really fast, like, within minutes of the call.
Simpler English
Help arrived quickly; they were there in minutes.
Phrases to learn
emergency crew
A team of people trained to respond to emergencies.
within minutes
In a very short time; quickly.