Learn · Sentences Talking About Natural Phenomena

The volcano erupted last week, sending ash into the sky.

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Narrator

The volcano erupted last week, sending ash into the sky.

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How to use in different contexts

News Report

A volcano erupted last week, spewing ash high into the atmosphere.

Scientific Report

The volcanic eruption last week resulted in a significant ash plume.

Personal Account

I witnessed the volcano erupt last week; it was terrifying to see the ash cloud.

Hypothetical Scenario

If the volcano had erupted closer to the city, the ashfall would have been much worse.

Rephrased versions

Formal

A volcanic eruption occurred last week, causing ash to be ejected into the atmosphere.

Casual

The volcano blew its top last week, sending ash everywhere.

Simpler English

The volcano went off last week and threw ash in the air.

Phrases to learn

erupted

To burst forth suddenly and violently, especially a volcano.

sending ash into the sky

To propel ash into the air.