Word Image
plural: reports
Part Of Speech
noun, verb
Word Meaning
noun: a usually detailed account or statement; common talk or rumor; an explosive noise
verb: to make a statement about or description of; to describe and discuss in a newspaper article or broadcast; to make known to the proper authorities; to present oneself, as for duty
Word Family
reported
reportedly
unreported
reporting
reporter
reportorial
reportable
reportage
underreport
misreport
Sentences
My father reports directly to the vice president of the company.
He has reported a student for lateness many times.
We watched the TV report on the latest developments.
My son wrote a wonderful report on Costa Rica tourism.
She filled out a police report at the scene of the accident.
They are reporting live from the scene of the accident.
Unconfirmed reports state that over 100 people were hurt.
A field reporter’s job can sometimes be dangerous.
Police have received reports of gang activity in the neighborhood.
This soldier is presently reporting for duty.
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