Learn · Sentences Explaining an Emergency Situation
The ambulance was on its way, but we still had to act quickly in this emergency.
B2Sentence
Narrator
The ambulance was on its way, but we still had to act quickly in this emergency.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Narrating an Event
The ambulance was en route, yet we knew we had to act fast.
Giving Instructions
Even though help is coming, immediate action is crucial in this situation.
Expressing Concern
The ambulance is on its way, but I'm worried we're running out of time.
Describing a Scene
Sirens wailed in the distance; the ambulance was coming, but the urgency remained.
Rephrased versions
Formal
Emergency services were en route, however, expeditious action was still required.
Casual
The ambulance was coming, but we still needed to move fast.
Simpler English
Help was on the way, but we had to act quickly.
Phrases to learn
on its way
Approaching; in transit.
act quickly
To respond swiftly and decisively.