Learn · Sentences Talking About Natural Phenomena
The earthquake yesterday was very strong and caused a lot of damage.
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The earthquake yesterday was very strong and caused a lot of damage.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Reporting News
Yesterday's earthquake was powerful and resulted in significant damage.
Describing an Event
The earthquake struck yesterday, causing widespread destruction.
Expressing Concern
I'm worried about the damage caused by the strong earthquake yesterday.
Comparing Events
Yesterday's earthquake was stronger than the one we had last year.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The seismic event of yesterday was of considerable magnitude, resulting in substantial damage.
Casual
Yesterday's earthquake was a real whopper, and it wrecked a lot of stuff.
Simpler English
The earthquake yesterday was very big and broke many things.
Phrases to learn
caused a lot of damage
To create significant destruction or harm.
very strong
Possessing significant power or intensity.