Learn · Sentences Describing an Accident
The car caught fire right after the crash, but the driver was pulled out safely.
B1Sentence
The car caught fire right after the crash, but the driver was pulled out safely.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
News Reporting
A car caught fire following a collision, but the driver escaped unharmed.
Personal Narrative
I witnessed a terrible crash; the car burst into flames, yet the driver was rescued.
Describing an Event
The impact caused the car to ignite, but thankfully, the driver was pulled to safety.
Hypothetical Scenario
If the car hadn't caught fire, the rescue might have been more difficult.
Rephrased versions
Formal
Post-collision, the vehicle immediately ignited; however, the driver was successfully extricated.
Casual
The car went up in flames after the wreck, but they got the driver out okay.
Simpler English
The car burned after the accident, but the driver was safe.
Phrases to learn
caught fire
To suddenly begin burning.
pulled out safely
Removed from a dangerous situation without harm.