Families prepared emergency plans.

Meaning: Groups of related people made instructions for what to do in case of a fire.

Choice of Words: The word families refers to groups of people related by blood or marriage. Prepared means to make ready or put in order for use. Emergency refers to a sudden, urgent situation that requires immediate action. Plans refers to a set of instructions or actions to be taken in a particular situation.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

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• Fire escape plans save lives in emergencies.
• Plans guide builders to build.
• The hunter's plans went awry.