Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Evacuating the wounded men, he believes, saved his life.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Evacuating all areas of the inundation zone, by comparison, would take hours, Eing estimated.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2025

Evacuating “would mean death for them and other patients under our care.”

From Seattle Times • Oct. 15, 2023

Evacuating personnel via land convoys is the best U.S. option, given the deteriorating situation on the ground, officials said.

From Washington Times • Apr. 30, 2023

“He arrived a couple of hours ago. Didn’t even recognize me. I heard him say you’re leaving tonight. Evacuating with some personnel from the embassy.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin