evacuate

Example Sentences

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A large area east of Lake Perris was ordered to evacuate as the fire continued to spread, a spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“Aquaman” star Jason Momoa has revealed he was forced to evacuate his family’s Hawaii home after a dangerous storm devastated the area with historic flooding.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

In Tyre's old city, people are crammed into a Christian district that has not been ordered to evacuate, and into a few schools.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

In recent days, the Israel Defense Forces have taken to social media to warn residents living near the prison that they should evacuate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“Unless you can build a shambler-destroying machine, it’s just a matter of time before Summerland is overrun. We need to evacuate before another horde comes through.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland