Neighbors seek help from authorities.

Meaning: The people living near the family ask the government or police for assistance.

Choice of Words: Neighbors are people who live near each other. Seek means to try to find or obtain something. Help refers to assistance or support. From means indicating the source or origin of something. Authorities are people or organizations with power or influence.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Neighbors helped neighbors, lending a hand in times of need.
• The railway authorities promised to investigate the cause.
• Owner receives warning from authorities.
• Authorities issue warning to owner.
• Neighbors help and support each other.
• Neighbors watched, offered help from afar.
• She decided to seek help from a wise old woman.
• Seek help.
• The noisy neighbors kept them awake all night long.
• They shared fruits with the neighbors.