Learn · Sentences Reporting a Crime
I saw someone breaking into the local pharmacy.
B2Sentence
I saw someone breaking into the local pharmacy.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Reporting a Crime
I witnessed someone breaking into the local pharmacy and immediately called the police.
Describing an Event
While walking home, I saw someone breaking into the local pharmacy. It was quite frightening.
Sharing a Suspicion
I think I saw someone breaking into the local pharmacy last night. I'm going to report it.
Hypothetical Scenario
If I hadn't seen someone breaking into the pharmacy, I wouldn't have known to call the police.
Rephrased versions
Formal
I observed an individual unlawfully entering the local pharmacy.
Casual
I saw someone busting into the pharmacy.
Simpler English
I saw someone going into the pharmacy without permission.
Phrases to learn
breaking into
Forcibly entering a building illegally.
local pharmacy
A pharmacy in the nearby area.