evacuation

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Recent Examples of evacuation More than 200 people are under evacuation orders and 50 structures are threatened by the flames, Davis said. Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025 Any remaining evacuations and relocations should be expedited before the onset of tropical storm force wind. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2025 The fire prompted the evacuation of three neighborhoods and caused temporary road closures. arkansasonline.com, 5 July 2025 Between 300 and 500 people per day are estimated to require evacuation assistance from Israel, with the U.S. government weighing the options of using flights or ships to extract Americans from the region. Adam Sabes , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for evacuation
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Noun
  • Kalen DeBoer truly did outstanding work in keeping things together especially with the exodus of players following Nick Saban’s retirement.
    Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • While passing the funding and implementing the program amendments is a powerful first step toward a solution, bringing California’s production industry back from the brink after years of exodus is a collaborative effort.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 24 June 2025
Noun
  • Canada's departure tax treats emigration as a deemed disposition of assets, potentially triggering substantial capital gains taxes.
    Jeremy Savory, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
  • In multiple other regions, Africa and Europe, the Jewish population fell substantially, largely reflecting widespread emigration.
    Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 9 June 2025
Noun
  • Hamas has been seeking guarantees that the initial truce would lead to a total end to the war and withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
    CBS News, CBS News, 5 July 2025
  • After his withdrawal in Connecticut, Hovland headed home to Norway for a break and to play in his best friend Kevin Wright's tournament, the Wright Invitational at Kragerø Golf & Resort, on June 28.
    Savannah Leigh Richardson, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Noun
  • The event celebrates the African diaspora and marks the museum's 60th anniversary.
    Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 9 July 2025
  • There are also reports of intimidation and threats against representatives of the Chinese diaspora.
    Isabelle Mayault, The Dial, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • Additionally, LaGuardia Airport was seeing delays of up to three hours, with the FAA implementing a Traffic Management Program for incoming flights.
    Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
  • Conducted through a collaboration between the Roads and Transport Authority and Joby Aviation, the test flight marks a major step toward launching full operations next year.
    Amira El-Fekki‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • What makes this level of dedication all the more remarkable is that Dodds is 78, an age when most of his peers are enjoying the fruits of retirement.
    Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 9 July 2025
  • Consider exploring plan design options and retirement savings vehicles, such as a cash balance pension plan or individual 401(k).
    Kristin McKenna, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Noun
  • The allegations were a key factor in Newey’s departure.
    Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • Yes, the departures from last year’s title team now include Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porziņģis, Luke Kornet and most likely Al Horford.
    Steve Buckley, New York Times, 9 July 2025

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