Learn · Sentences Describing the Weather

The rain has caused some delays in flights today.

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Sentence

Narrator

The rain has caused some delays in flights today.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Information

There have been flight delays due to the rain.

Making an Announcement

Attention passengers, there are delays on flights today because of the rain.

Expressing Concern

I'm worried about my flight; the rain has caused some delays.

Explaining a Situation

My flight is delayed because of the heavy rain.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Inclement weather has resulted in flight disruptions today.

Casual

Flights are running late today because of the rain.

Simpler English

The rain made some flights late.

Phrases to learn

caused delays

To have resulted in a postponement or lateness.

some delays

A few or several postponements.