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Passage: Flash floods triggered by monsoon rains regularly displace thousands of families in low-lying areas, overwhelming local disaster response teams. Early warning systems, when functioning properly, can give residents crucial hours to evacuate, yet many villages still lack access to timely alerts. Disaster management officials say investing in community-based warning networks could dramatically reduce casualties in future floods. Question: In the passage, the word ‘displace’ most nearly means:
A. To warn someone in advance
B. To repair damaged property
C. To financially support someone
D. To force people to leave their homes ✅
