Emergency Preparedness

noun a person who attacks someone physically or verbally

• The assailant was apprehended by the police shortly after the incident.
• The guy who attacked me was caught by the cops.
• The assailant got busted by the cops.
• Fear can be an assailant that attacks your mind and emotions.

noun a brand of adhesive bandages used for covering minor cuts and wounds

• The nurse applied a Band Aid to the patient's wound.
• I'll just put a Band Aid on it for now.
• I need a Band Aid for this situation, it's getting messy.
• Using a Band Aid solution won't fix the underlying issue.

noun a temporary camp without tents or cover, used especially by soldiers or mountaineers

verb to stay or camp in a bivouac

• The soldiers set up a bivouac in the forest for the night.
• We decided to bivouac by the lake for the weekend.
• Let's bivouac in the backyard tonight, it'll be fun!
• After a long journey, he found solace in the bivouac of his own mind.

verb to overturn or cause to overturn in water; to overturn or upset

• The boat's small size made it more likely to capsize in rough waters.
• I heard that boat almost capsized during the storm last night!
• Dude, did you see that boat totally capsize? Crazy!
• Her emotions were so overwhelming, she felt like she was about to capsize.

verb to be in a situation where one lacks something essential or necessary

adjective suddenly faced with a difficulty or problem without any warning or preparation

• Unfortunately, I was caught short without any cash on me when I needed to pay for parking.
• I got caught short and had to borrow some money from a friend to buy lunch.
• I was caught short and had to run to the nearest restroom.
• She was caught short during the exam and couldn't remember the answer.

noun a large destructive fire

• The firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the massive conflagration in the warehouse.
• The huge fire in the warehouse was a nightmare to deal with.
• The warehouse went up in flames, it was a total disaster.
• The political scandal ignited a conflagration of controversy in the media.

noun a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge

verb to pry or force open with a crowbar

• The worker used a crowbar to pry open the crate.
• I found a crowbar in the garage, wanna use it to open that stubborn lock?
• I heard he got into the car with just a crowbar, crazy!
• She used her charm as a crowbar to get what she wanted.

noun a state of confusion or lack of clear direction

adjective disorienting (causing someone to lose their sense of direction)

• The patient experienced disorientation after waking up from surgery.
• I felt a sense of disorientation when I walked into the wrong classroom.
• I was totally disorientated when I got off at the wrong bus stop.
• The sudden change in leadership left the team in a state of disorientation.

noun a device used to put out fires

• In case of a fire, make sure to locate the nearest fire extinguisher and follow the proper procedures.
• Hey, can you grab the extinguisher from the kitchen? There's a small fire on the stove.
• Dude, pass me that fire extinguisher, quick! The trash can is on fire!
• She was like a fire extinguisher in the midst of chaos, always ready to put out any drama that came her way.

noun a retreat or withdrawal

verb to move back or retreat in the face of danger or difficulty

• In case of failure, we have a contingency plan to fall back on.
• If all else fails, we can always fall back on our original idea.
• When things get tough, sometimes you just have to fall back and regroup.
• When faced with a difficult decision, I tend to fall back on my instincts.

noun a person or group of people responsible for preventing and controlling fires, especially in a military setting

• The fireguard was placed in front of the fireplace to prevent any accidents.
• Make sure to put the fireguard up before starting the fire.
• I always forget to use the fireguard and end up with ashes everywhere.
• She acted as a fireguard, protecting her friends from any harm.

noun a sudden burst of anger or emotion

verb to burn with a sudden burst of flame or light

• The solar flare disrupted communication systems on Earth.
• I saw a flare in the sky last night, it was so bright!
• She always wears those flared jeans, they look so cool.
• His temper began to flare as he realized he had been lied to.

noun a device or compartment for freezing food or keeping it frozen

• The frozen food in the freezer should be consumed within a certain time frame.
• Hey, can you grab some ice cream from the freezer?
• I'm chilling in front of the freezer, looking for something to snack on.
• She felt like her emotions were trapped in a freezer, unable to express them freely.

verb to come together in a group or circle

adverb used to describe the action of coming together in a group or circle

• Please gather around for the presentation.
• Hey everyone, gather around so we can take a group photo.
• Yo, come gather around and check out this cool video.
• Let's gather around the table and discuss our plans for the future.

noun A set of articles or equipment needed for a specific purpose

• The scientist carefully unpacked the research kit before beginning the experiment.
• I always keep a first aid kit in my car, just in case.
• I need to grab my makeup kit before we head out.
• She approached the problem with a toolkit of strategies to tackle it from different angles.

noun a portable device or object

adjective able to be easily carried or moved, often referring to a device or object

• The portable device allows for easy transportation of important documents.
• I love my portable speaker, I can take it anywhere with me.
• This portable charger is a lifesaver when my phone dies on the go.
• Her laughter was like a portable sunshine, brightening up the room.

noun a fixed allowance of provisions or food, especially for soldiers or sailors or for civilians during a shortage

• During the war, the government implemented rationing to ensure fair distribution of essential goods.
• My mom started rationing my snacks because I kept eating them all in one day.
• I'm so broke this month, I have to start rationing my meals.
• She's very strict with her time management, almost like she's rationing every minute of her day.

noun a length of strong cord made by twisting together strands of natural fibers, wire, or other materials

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• The sailor secured the boat to the dock with a sturdy rope.
• Hey, can you pass me that rope over there?
• I can't believe he roped us into helping him move again.
• She felt like she was at the end of her rope with all the stress in her life.

noun A safety belt is a strap or harness worn in a vehicle to prevent injury in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

• It is important to always fasten your safety belt before driving.
• Hey, don't forget to buckle up your safety belt!
• Make sure you strap on your safety belt before hitting the road.
• Wearing a safety belt is like having a security blanket while driving.

noun side door - a door located on the side of a building or structure, typically used as an entrance or exit

• Please use the side door to enter the building as the front entrance is temporarily closed for maintenance.
• Hey, just come in through the side door, it's quicker that way.
• Let's sneak in through the side door so we don't have to pay for tickets.
• He always takes the side door in arguments, avoiding confrontation.

noun a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow

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• The storm caused widespread damage to the coastal town.
• I heard there's a big storm coming our way.
• That storm last night was a real doozy!
• She weathered the storm of criticism with grace and dignity.

noun a phrase used to emphasize that something is never allowed or possible

adverb modifies the verb 'be' in the phrase 'under no circumstances'

• Under no circumstances should you disclose confidential information to unauthorized individuals.
• I will not lend you my car, under no circumstances.
• I ain't gonna do that, under no circumstances.
• His loyalty to the company is unwavering, under no circumstances will he betray them.

noun a small device that makes a high-pitched sound when blown into, typically used for signaling or as a musical instrument

verb to make a high-pitched sound by forcing breath through a small hole or by blowing into a small device

• The referee blew the whistle to signal the end of the match.
• I can whistle really loudly, want to hear?
• She's always whistling a tune while she works.
• The wind made the trees whistle in the night.

noun a tire fire is a fire that involves burning tires, which can produce toxic smoke and pollution

• The firefighters worked tirelessly to put out the tire fire at the recycling plant.
• I can't believe there was a tire fire down the street last night!
• Man, that tire fire was lit!
• Dealing with that project was like trying to put out a tire fire - so overwhelming.

noun a large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant or waterproof material, often cloth such as canvas or polyester coated with urethane, or made of plastics such as polyethylene

• The workers covered the equipment with a tarp to protect it from the rain.
• Hey, can you grab that tarp over there so we can cover the boat?
• I found a huge tarp in the shed, let's use it as a makeshift tent for the camping trip.
• She used her charm like a tarp to shield herself from criticism during the meeting.

noun a portable toilet, typically used at outdoor events or construction sites

• The event organizer arranged for several porta potties to be placed around the venue for the convenience of the guests.
• I'll meet you by the porta potty near the entrance of the park.
• I can't believe they're making us use those gross porta potties at the construction site.
• The old abandoned house was like a porta potty, no one wanted to go near it.

noun a type of packaged meal ready to eat, typically used by military personnel or for emergency situations

• The military personnel carried MREs as their primary source of sustenance during the training exercise.
• We brought along some MREs for our camping trip just in case we couldn't find a place to eat.
• I always keep a few MREs in my car for when I get hungry on the road.
• In the survival challenge, the contestants had to rely on their MREs to make it through the night.

noun A short way of saying 'thunderstorm', a type of storm that is characterized by lightning and thunder

• The weather forecast predicts a chance of scattered T-storms in the afternoon.
• I heard there might be some T-storms rolling through later.
• Looks like we're in for a bit of a T-storm this evening.
• The heated argument between the two politicians was like a T-storm brewing on the horizon.

noun a rotating column of air extending downward from a cumulonimbus cloud, but not touching the ground

• A funnel cloud was spotted in the distance, indicating a possible tornado forming.
• Did you see that funnel cloud earlier? It was crazy!
• That funnel cloud looked gnarly, dude!
• Her emotions were like a swirling funnel cloud, unpredictable and intense.

noun a type of insurance that provides coverage for accidental injuries or death

• Accident insurance provides coverage in case of unexpected injuries or mishaps.
• You should consider getting accident insurance just in case something happens.
• Accident insurance is like a safety net for when things go wrong.
• Accident insurance is like having a guardian angel looking out for you in times of trouble.

noun aerodrome - a term used to refer to an airport or airfield where aircraft can take off and land

• The new aerodrome will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for both passengers and aircraft.
• Let's meet at the aerodrome before our flight takes off.
• I heard there's a cool party happening at the aerodrome tonight.
• His mind was like a busy aerodrome, constantly filled with thoughts taking off and landing.