No. 14,242 in German
heraneilenden
"Hurrying towards."
In a sentence
Die heraneilenden Helfer erreichten den Unfallort in kürzester Zeit.
The rushing helpers reached the accident site in no time.
The word 'heraneilenden' is used here as a participle adjective describing the helpers, indicating that they were hurrying towards the accident site.
Ich bemerkte, dass die heraneilenden Menschen alle in Richtung des brennenden Gebäudes liefen.
I noticed that the rushing people were all running toward the burning building.
'Heraneilenden' here also describes the people and conveys the action of quickly approaching the scene of the incident.
Der Reporter berichtete über die heraneilenden Feuerwehrmänner mit größtem Respekt.
The reporter spoke about the approaching firefighters with utmost respect.
In this sentence, 'heraneilenden' characterizes the firefighters, showing their dedication as they hurry towards the scene.
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