Learn · Sentences Describing an Accident
The cause of the accident is still under investigation by the police.
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The cause of the accident is still under investigation by the police.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Information
The police are currently investigating the cause of the accident.
Responding to a Question
We don't know yet; the cause of the accident is still under investigation.
Reporting News
An accident occurred, and the cause is currently under investigation by the police.
Expressing Uncertainty
It's too early to say; the cause of the accident remains under investigation.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The etiology of the accident is currently being investigated by law enforcement.
Casual
The cops are still figuring out what caused the accident.
Simpler English
The police are looking into why the accident happened.
Phrases to learn
under investigation
Being examined or inquired into.
cause of the accident
The reason or origin of the accident.