incident
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"There are literally two options left," Incident Commander Craig Covey said.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
It is unclear what damage has been caused by the fires, but Australia's Deputy Incident Controller Alistair Drayton, said he had "anecdotal evidence" that some homes had been lost.
From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026
The school said it is working closely with external agencies, including a Cyber Incident Response Team from the Department for Education, as well as IT experts from the trust.
From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026
On Halloween, Patel also fired Steven Palmer, a 27-year agent who ran the FBI’s Critical Incident Response Group, the unit that responds to high-risk situations like child abductions and hostages.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025
Older British readers will remember the Ilfracombe Incident of 1932, when a rogue Welsh Green dragon swooped down upon a crowded beach full of sunbathing Muggles.
From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling
Vocabulary lists containing incident
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid" by Jeff Kinney
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Nothing But the Truth
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"Sisters" by Raina Telgemeier
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
