Learn · Sentences Talking About Natural Phenomena
There was a flood in the town after heavy rain last night.
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There was a flood in the town after heavy rain last night.
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How to use in different contexts
News Report
Following heavy rain last night, the town experienced significant flooding.
Personal Account
I woke up to find my town flooded after the heavy rain last night.
Official Statement
Due to the torrential rainfall last night, the town is currently experiencing widespread flooding.
Casual Conversation
Did you hear about the flood? It rained so hard last night!
Rephrased versions
Formal
Substantial flooding occurred in the town subsequent to heavy rainfall last night.
Casual
The town got flooded after a crazy downpour last night.
Simpler English
The town flooded because of the heavy rain last night.
Phrases to learn
heavy rain
Intense or significant rainfall.
flood
An overflow of water onto normally dry land.