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Evacuate Meaning in English

word

/iˈvækjəˌeɪt/
i-VAK-yoo-ayt
/ɪvˈækjuːˌeɪt/
i-VAK-yoo-ayt

释义

To leave a place, especially for safety reasons, usually because of danger such as fire, disaster, or war. Can also mean to remove people from a dangerous area.

用法与细微差别

Often used in emergency contexts: 'evacuate a building/city/area.' Formal or official, common in news and instructions. Don't confuse with 'escape' (leave without order).

例句

The school had to evacuate because of a fire drill.

basic

People were asked to evacuate the area quickly.

basic

They had to evacuate the hospital during the earthquake.

basic

Residents were told to evacuate before the storm hit.

natural

The fire alarm went off, and everyone had to evacuate immediately.

natural

If the authorities tell you to evacuate, don’t wait—just go.

natural