evacuation
word
Definition
The act of moving people from a dangerous place to a safer place, or the process of clearing a place of people.
Usage & Nuances
Common in emergency contexts (fires, natural disasters, bomb threats). Used in both formal (news, official) and everyday situations. Collocates with 'emergency', 'order', 'plan'. Not used for casual leaving (use 'leave' or 'exit' instead).
Example Sentences
The school had an evacuation because of the fire alarm.
basic
During the earthquake, the evacuation was very fast.
basic
People waited for the evacuation order from the police.
basic
There was a sudden evacuation at the airport because someone left a suspicious bag.
natural
Our building practiced an evacuation drill this morning just in case of emergencies.
natural
The government announced an evacuation plan for the areas near the volcano.
natural