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The smoke is making it hard to breathe. Should we leave?
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The smoke is making it hard to breathe. Should we leave?
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Describing a Situation
The smoke is making it difficult to breathe; the air quality is very poor.
Expressing Concern
I'm worried about the smoke; it's hard to breathe.
Giving a Suggestion
We should probably leave; the smoke is making it hard to breathe.
Asking for Confirmation
The smoke is making it hard to breathe, don't you think we should leave?
Rephrased versions
Formal
The presence of smoke is causing respiratory distress. Evacuation is advisable.
Casual
This smoke is choking me. Let's get out of here.
Simpler English
The smoke makes it hard to breathe. We need to go.
Phrases to learn
hard to breathe
Difficult to inhale and exhale; experiencing respiratory distress.
Should we leave?
A question suggesting the need for departure.