hes i tate
verb [ I ] pause before you do
UK /ˈhez.ɪ.teɪt/ US /ˈhez.ə.teɪt/
"Do you love me?" she asked. He hesitated and then said, "I'm not sure."
If you need anything, don't hesitate to call me.
Should you ever need anything, please don't hesitate to contact me.
He hesitated before ringing her, fearful of what she might say.
He hesitated before opening the door and walking into the room.
She hesitated in the middle of the sentence.
He sounded nervous, and kept hesitating as he spoke.
Per suade
verb [ T ] 說服
UK /pəˈsweɪd/ US /pɚˈsweɪd/
If she doesn't want to go, nothing you can say will persuade her.
He is trying to persuade local and foreign businesses to invest in the project.
The first priority is to persuade the management of the urgency of this matter.
We only need one more player for this game - can you persuade your sister to join in?
Johnson was influential in persuading the producers to put money into the film.
- She tried to persuade her parents to let her go to the party.
- The salesman was skilled at persuading people to buy his products.
- The politician's speech was meant to persuade voters to support him.
- I'm not easily persuaded by flimsy arguments.
- He finally persuaded his friend to try sushi, and she loved it.
- The teacher used various techniques to persuade her students to pay attention in class.
- It can be difficult to persuade someone who has a strongly held belief.
- She was able to persuade her boss to give her a raise by presenting her accomplishments.
- The charity organization used emotional appeals to persuade people to donate money.
- He was able to persuade his colleagues to support his proposal by providing strong evidence.
preach
verb
UK /priːtʃ/ US /priːtʃ/
preach verb (IN CHURCH)
(especially of a priest or minister in a church) to give a religious speech
absorb
verb [ T ]
UK /əbˈzɔːb/ US /əbˈzɔːrb/
Plants absorb carbon dioxide.
In cold climates, houses need to have walls that will absorb heat.
Towels absorb moisture.
The drug is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream.
I'm so tired, my poor befuddled brain can't absorb any more.
For running on hard roads, you need shoes with extra cushioning to absorb the shock.
From an early age, children absorb everything going on around them.
He was so absorbed in his work, he hadn't realized everyone else had gone home.
Vitamin D is absorbed by the body after exposure to sunshine.
clap
verb
UK /klæp/ US /klæp/
The audience clapped and cheered when she stood up to speak.
He clapped his daughter on the back and told her how proud of her he was.
Let's give a big clap to/for our winning contestant!
He gave me a friendly clap on the shoulder and said, "Well done!"
For another example, many times when the music stops - you're not supposed to clap.
dash cam
noun [ C ] (also dashcam)
UK /ˈdæʃ ˌkæm/ US /ˈdæʃ ˌkæm/
(also dashboard camera)
Dash cams can record your journey and provide invaluable evidence in any driving incidents.
dash
verb
UK /dæʃ/ US /dæʃ/
dash verb (MOVE QUICKLY)
The dog ran off, and she dashed after him.
I must dash - I've got to be home by seven.
I'm sorry, but I've got to dash or I'll be late collecting the children from school.
A cat suddenly dashed across the road in front of us.
I made a dash for the bathroom.
There was a mad dash for the exit.
dash verb (HIT)
Waves dashed against the cliffs.
The tidal wave dashed the ship against the rocks.
dash noun (SMALL AMOUNT)
Add some butter and a dash of salt.
"Cream with your coffee, Madam?" "Yes please - just a dash."
descend
verb to go or come down
UK /dɪˈsend/ US /dɪˈsend/
Jane descended the stairs.
The path descended steeply into the valley.
Silence descended on the room/over the countryside.
dive
verb (IN WATER)
UK /daɪv/ US /daɪv/
Look at those children diving for oysters over there!
Mark dove off the bridge into the river.
The submarine dived just in time to avoid the enemy attack.
The company's profits took a dive跳水 last month.
Do not jump跳樓 blindly down the building, use ladders, balcony, or (water holes) to escape.
They're going to hold fire sales to liquidate their inventory.
hop
verb
UK /hɒp/ US /hɑːp/
We hopped over to Bruges for the weekend.
The rabbit/bird hopped across the grass.
Can you hop on your left leg?
The children were hopping around the playground.
With his feet tied together he could only move in little hops.
leap
verb [ I + adv/prep ]
UK /liːp/ US /liːp/
He leaped out of his car and ran towards the house.
He leaped across the river.
She leaped up to help him.
When the bell rang, she leaped to the door.
She leaped onto the chair.
Mr Davies leaped in to explain.
Shares in the company leaped 250 percent.
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drag
verb (PULL)
UK /dræɡ/ US /dræɡ/
Pick the chair up instead of dragging it behind you!
She dragged the canoe down to the water.
She had to drag her kids away from the toys.
I really had to drag myself out of bed this morning.
She's always dragging sex into the conversation.
This video shows you how to drag拖曳 and drop the file onto desktop when all the windows are maximized.
Thousands of turtles drag themselves onto the beach and lay their eggs in the sand.
The dog managed to drag the box into the room by itself.
She dragged the canoe down to the water.
The youths were dragged from their car and searched for weapons.
She dragged her bulging suitcase up the stairs.
fold
verb
UK /fəʊld/ US /foʊld/
I folded the letter (in half) and put it in an envelope.
Will you help me to fold (up) the sheets?
The table folds up when not in use.
He folded his arms around her.
The photographer asked me to fold my arms.
grasp
verb [ T ]
UK /ɡrɑːsp/ US /ɡræsp/
Rosie suddenly grasped my hand.
We must grasp every opportunity to strengthen economic ties with other countries.
She suddenly grasped my arm and looked at me.
I grasped the gun with both hands and took aim.
The baby stretched out a tiny hand and grasped my finger tightly.
Feeling herself falling, she grasped the rail with both hands.
The eagle swooped down and grasped the rabbit in its sharp talons.
I think I managed to grasp the main points of the lecture.
He shook my hand with a very firm grasp.
The presidency at last looked within her grasp (= it looked possible that she might become president).
I sometimes think that he's losing his grasp on reality (= his ability to judge what is real and what is not).
He has a good grasp of the issues.
scratch
verb
UK /skrætʃ/ US /skrætʃ/
Be careful not to scratch yourself on the roses.
A few chickens were scratching about/around (= searching with their beaks) in the yard for grain.
I scratched some paint off the door as I was getting out of the car.
The dog's scratching at the door - he wants to be let in.
He was scratching (at) his mosquito bites.
Hannah scratched her head thoughtfully.
There was a scratch on the CD.
That dog is having a good scratch. It must have fleas.
Pursuit抓捕
noun
UK /pəˈsjuːt/ US /pɚˈsuːt/
I enjoy outdoor pursuits, like hiking and riding.
I don't have much opportunity for leisure pursuits these days.
Three people have been killed in high-speed pursuits by the police recently.
the pursuit of happiness
The company is ruthless in its pursuit of profit.
spill
verb [ I or T, usually + adv/prep ]
UK /spɪl/ US /spɪl/
I spilled coffee on my silk shirt.
He dropped a bag of sugar and it spilled all over the floor.
Crowds of fans spilled onto the field at the end of the game.
Don't fill your glass too full or you'll spill it.
The contents of his bag spilled all over the floor.
squeeze
verb
UK /skwiːz/ US /skwiːz/
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl.
Once he had finished cleaning the floor, he squeezed the cloth out.
The studio is using all sorts of marketing tricks to squeeze as much profit from the movie as they can.
freshly squeezed orange
She squeezed through the crowd and found a seat at the front.
I can give you a lift, but it'll be a tight squeeze as I'm taking four other people as well.
squeeze sth out of sb
I can squeeze擠出時間 you in tomorrow
The newspapers milked壓榨 the story dry.
Milking a cow by hand is a skilled process.
pop a pimple擠痘痘
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stir
verb
UK /stɜːr/ US /stɝː/
Stir the sauce gently until it begins to boil.
Stir the egg yolks into the mixture.
Add two teaspoons of vanilla and stir.
Drain the rice, stir in the salmon and season to taste .
Add a scant half litre of milk to the mixture and stir well.
Stir the mixture continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Take off the heat and stir.
strip
verb
UK /strɪp/ US /strɪp/
The men were ordered to strip.
Suddenly he stripped off and ran into the sea.
She stripped to pay her way through college.
He jumped up on the table and started to do a strip.
strain
noun
UK /streɪn/ US /streɪn/
As you get older, excess weight puts a lot of strain on the heart.
Their constant arguments were putting a strain on their marriage.
He's been under a lot of strain recently.
stress
noun
UK /stres/ US /stres/
People under a lot of stress may experience headaches, minor pains, and sleeping difficulties.
Yoga is a very effective technique for combating stress.
the stresses and strains of the job
Jogging puts a lot of stress on your knee joints.
abuse
verb [ T ]
UK /əˈbjuːz/ US /əˈbjuːz/
to abuse alcohol
Several of the children had been sexually/physically/emotionally abused.
Drug and alcohol abuse (= using these substances in a bad way) contributed to his early death.
Abasement虐待
noun [ U ]
UK /əˈbeɪs.mənt/ US /əˈbeɪs.mənt/
Slaves were subject to a life of degradation and abasement.
Degradation惡化 損壞
noun [ U ]
UK /ˌdeɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/ US /ˌdeɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/
environmental degradation
accomplish達到 達成
verb [ T ]
UK /əˈkʌm.plɪʃ/ US /əˈkɑːm.plɪʃ/
I feel as if I've accomplished nothing since I left my job.
The students accomplished the task in less than ten minutes.
She accomplished such a lot during her visit.
Acquire買到
verb [ T ]
UK /əˈkwaɪər/ US /əˈkwaɪɚ/
I was wearing a newly/recently acquired jacket.
I seem to have acquired (= have got although I don't know how) two copies of this book.
I didn't like red wine before but I acquired a taste for it while I was living in France.
And we can consider possible roles for computers in helping students acquire these necessary skills.
adjust
verb
UK /əˈdʒʌst/ US /əˈdʒʌst/
If the chair is too high you can adjust it to suit you.
As a teacher you have to adjust your methods to suit the needs of slower children.
She adjusted her skirt, took a deep breath, and walked into the room.
can't adjust to living on my own.
Her eyes slowly adjusted to the dark.
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Fiscal discipline: The government should maintain a sustainable budget by balancing spending and revenue. It should avoid excessive debt and deficits.
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Investment in education and infrastructure: Education and infrastructure are essential for long-term economic growth. Investment in these areas can improve the productivity of the workforce and enhance the country's competitiveness.
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Promoting free trade: Trade liberalization can increase competition and encourage innovation, leading to increased economic growth and job creation.
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Supporting small businesses: Small businesses are essential for job creation and economic growth. The government can support them through tax incentives, access to capital, and regulatory reform.
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Maintaining a stable monetary policy: The government should aim to maintain price stability and avoid excessive inflation or deflation.
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Social safety nets: The government should provide social safety nets for vulnerable populations, such as the poor, the elderly, and the unemployed.
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Promoting innovation and entrepreneurship: The government can support innovation and entrepreneurship through funding research and development, creating an environment that encourages innovation, and providing incentives for businesses to invest in new technology.
Ultimately, the most effective economic policy for a government depends on its unique circumstances and priorities. A good government's economic policy should balance short-term goals such as job creation and economic growth with long-term goals such as sustainability and stability.
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财政纪律：政府应通过平衡支出和收入来维护可持续的预算。应避免过度债务和赤字。
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投资教育和基础设施：教育和基础设施对于长期经济增长至关重要。对这些领域的投资可以提高劳动力的生产力并增强国家的竞争力。
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促进自由贸易：贸易自由化可以增加竞争并鼓励创新，从而带来经济增长和就业机会。
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支持小企业：小企业对于创造就业机会和经济增长至关重要。政府可以通过税收激励、获得资本和监管改革来支持它们。
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维持稳定的货币政策：政府应旨在维持价格稳定，避免过度通货膨胀或通货紧缩。
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社会保障网：政府应为弱势群体提供社会保障网，如贫困人口、老年人和失业者。
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促进创新和创业精神：政府可以通过资助研究和开发、创造鼓励创新的环境以及为企业投资新技术提供激励来支持创新和创业精神。
associate
verb [ T ]
UK /əˈsəʊ.si.eɪt/ US /əˈsoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/
Most people associate this brand with good quality.
a business associate
blend精確調和
noun [ C ]
UK /blend/ US /blend/
Their music is a blend of jazz and African rhythms.
The building's design is an interesting blend of traditionalism and modernism.
The label says that it's a blend of fine Scottish malt whiskies.
Is this made of pure wool or a wool blend of some sort?
This body lotion contains a soothing blend of camomile and lemongrass.
混和
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