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If we don’t act quickly, the damage from the flooding could become catastrophic.

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Sentence

Narrator

If we don’t act quickly, the damage from the flooding could become catastrophic.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving a Warning

We need to act quickly; otherwise, the flood damage will be catastrophic.

Describing a Scenario

The situation is critical. If we don't act fast, the flooding could cause catastrophic damage.

Making a Prediction

Unless we take immediate action, the consequences of the flooding will be catastrophic.

Urging Action

The flooding is severe; swift action is crucial to prevent catastrophic consequences.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Without prompt intervention, the damage resulting from the flooding may be catastrophic.

Casual

We gotta act fast, or the flooding will be a total disaster.

Simpler English

If we don't hurry, the flood damage will be really bad.

Phrases to learn

act quickly

To take immediate action.

catastrophic damage

Widespread and devastating destruction.