5. Artwork created by truly great artists such as Picasso and Monet will no doubt _____ the test of time.
(A) stay (B) take (C) serve (D) stand
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✦會使用到 stand 搭配詞的 15 種常見時機 :
1 stand 當作 n. 名詞,表達「立場」:
take a stand (on sth) 表明對某事的立場
It's time to take a stand on issues that matter to you.(是時候對對你重要的事情表態了。)
The organizationdecided totake a stand on human rights violations.(該組織決定對侵犯人權的問題表態。)
2 與身體上的站立姿勢相關:
stand up站起來 stand sb up失約,放(某人)鴿子
Please stand up when the national anthem is played.(國歌奏起時請站起來。)
Who would like to stand up and share their thoughts?(誰想站起來分享一下他們的想法?)
He stood me up for our dinner date, and I was disappointed.(他放我鴿子,我對我們的晚餐約會感到失望。)
stand upright 站直,直立,挺直 stand to attention立正站好 站立肅立 stand in line 排隊 stand clear of 閃開...
The tree stood uprightdespite the strong winds.(儘管有強風,樹木仍然挺直。)
The soldiersstood to attention as the generalapproached.(當將軍靠近時,士兵們站立肅立。)
People had to stand in line for hours to get tickets to the concert.(人們不得不站隊排了幾個小時才能買到音樂會的票。)
Passengers are reminded to stand clear of the closing doors on the train.(提醒乘客要遠離火車即將關閉的車門。)
3 stand + on表示堅持某個立場、觀點或原則:
I stand on the principle of fairness.(我堅持公平的原則。)
stand on your own two feet 獨立自主 stand on ceremony拘謹,講究禮節 stand on the sidelines 站在一旁觀望,不參與
It's time for you to stand on your own two feet and take responsibility for your actions.(是時候讓你靠自己的雙腳站立,對自己的行為負責了。)
Our family doesn't stand on ceremony; you're always welcome here.(我們家不拘泥於禮節,你隨時都受到歡迎。)
He chose tostand on the sidelines and watch the debateunfold.(他選擇站在一旁觀看辯論的發展。)
4 stand + on 表示站在一個特定的 時間點、轉折 或 狀態、位置:
stand on the brink of / stand on the edge of在最危險的時刻
The countrystands on the brink ofeconomiccollapse if urgentmeasures aren't taken.(如果不採取緊急措施,該國將面臨經濟崩潰的邊緣。)
stand on the threshold of = stand at a crossroads 處於十字路口,面臨重要抉擇
As a graduating student, you stand on the threshold ofexciting new opportunities.(作為即將畢業的學生,你站在令人興奮的新機會的門檻上。)
Graduates often find themselves standing at a crossroads, deciding on their next steps.(畢業生常常發現自己站在十字路口,決定接下來的步驟。)
英文小貼示:「stand on the threshold of」與「stand at a crossroads」兩者都指的是處於一個重要的抉擇或轉折點。儘管在這兩種情境下,"at" 和 "on" 均表示位置或地點,但在這裡的使用可能受到慣用語境和習慣表達方式的影響。"on" 在這裡強調處於某個階段的邊緣或界限,即將進入新的領域或情境。"at" 在這裡則表示在某個位置或時刻,即在交叉路口的地方,處於抉擇的情境中。
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✔ 結帳可享「熊贈點 (查詢)」或「折價券(查詢)」折抵二擇一。
✔ 以低於 3 折加購嚴選好書。
The government spokesperson refused to comment
on the matter.
政府發言人拒絕對該事做出評論。
多益金色
高中 Level 6
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lead
[lid]
vt. & vi. 帶領;領先;帶(路)
n. 領先
三態
lead / led [lɛd] / led [lɛd]
Gareth led his team to success in the competition.
加瑞斯帶領他的隊伍在比賽中獲勝。
Our team is now leading by ten points.
我們的隊伍現在以 10 分領先。
Our teacher led us into the language laboratory.
老師帶著我們進入語言教室。
The driver's carelessness led to the accident.
駕駛員的粗心導致這起意外。
The home team took the lead from the beginning.
地主隊從一開始即取得領先。
高中 Level 1
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sick
[sɪk]
adj. 生病的;噁心想吐的;厭煩的
=
ill
Wally didn’t go to school because he was sick.
瓦利生病了,所以沒去上學。
The milk tasted strange and made Betty feel sick.
牛奶嚐起來怪怪的,讓貝蒂想吐。
Tilly was sick of her boring job.
提莉厭倦了她無趣的工作。
高中 Level 1
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influential
[͵ɪnflʊˋɛnʃəl]
a. 有影響力的
The non-profit organization is very influential in forming public opinion.
這個非營利組織對輿論的形成很有影響力。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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secure
[sɪˋkjʊr]
.vt. 獲得;弄牢
a. 安全的
=
safe
After beating France, Germany secured a place in the World Cup Finals.
打敗法國隊之後,德國隊取得了進入世界盃決賽的席位。
The tables at this restaurant are all secured firmly to the floor.
這家餐廳的桌子都被緊緊地固定在地板上。
Endangered species should besecure against poachers.
瀕臨絕種的物種應該要避免受到盜獵者所危害。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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deal
[dil]
vt. & vi. & n. 交易,買賣
三態
deal / dealt [dɛlt] / dealt [dɛlt]
David’s father deals in used cars.
大衛的父親從事中古車買賣。
This week, I have a lot of work to deal with.
這個星期我有很多工作要處理。
We shook hands after the deal was done. 交易完成後我們握了握手。
William lost a great deal of money buying lottery tickets.
威廉買彩券損失了很多錢。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 1
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strike
[straɪk]
vt. 打,擊;突然想起
n. 打,擊;罷工
vi. 罷工
三態
strike / struck [strʌk] / stricken [ˋstrɪkən]
The house was hit by lightning strikes.
這房子遭到雷擊。
The factory workers went on strike for better pay and working conditions.
該工廠工人罷工,要求加薪及改善工作環境。
Karen was so angry that she struck Ralph on the face.
凱倫很生氣,往雷夫臉上打了一拳。
It struck me that it’s Norman’s birthday today.
我突然想起今天是諾曼的生日。
The workers are striking for a raise.
這些工人正在罷工要求加薪。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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amazement
[əˋmezmənt]
n. 訝異,驚愕
=
surprise
=
astonishment
I thought my father would get angry, but to my amazement, he tried to comfort me.
我以為父親會生氣,但令我吃驚的是,他卻試著要安慰我。
高中 Level 3
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error
[ˋɛrɚ]
n. 錯誤,過失
=
mistake
Pauline madetwo grammatical errors in this sentence.
寶琳在這個句子中犯了 2 個文法錯誤。
We learn by trial and error.
我們在嘗試與錯誤中學習。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 1
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awe
[ɔ]
n. 敬畏
vt. 使敬畏
The spectacular view of the valley really held me inawe.
山谷的壯麗景色實在令我震懾。
I was often in awe of my grandmother when I was little.
我還小的時候常對祖母感到敬畏。
Maya’s confidence and beauty awe me; I wish I could be like her.
瑪雅的自信和美麗使我震懾;我希望我能像她一樣。
高中 Level 5
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audience
[ˋɔdɪəns]
n. 觀眾(集合名詞,通常不加 s,後接複數動詞)
Because of the rain, the audience at the concert was small.
由於下雨的緣故,那場音樂會的觀眾很少。
The concert drew a large audience.
那場演唱會吸引了很多的觀眾。
We tried to reachawider audience through television ads.
我們試圖透過電視廣告讓更多觀眾可以看到我們。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 3
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magician
[məˋdʒɪʃən]
n. 魔術師
The magician took out a rabbit from his hat. 魔術師從帽子裡抓出一隻兔子。
高中 Level 3
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perform
[pɚˋfɔrm]
vt. 執行;履行
vi. 表演;表現
The surgeon has performed this operation before.
該外科醫生以前動過這種手術。
The teacher told us to perform our civic duties.
老師告訴我們要盡市民的義務。
The young actor performed with such zest that there is no doubt that he will be awarded the prize for the most outstanding actor in the play.
這名年輕男演員的演出如此賣力,他將獲頒此劇的最佳男演員獎是無庸置疑的。
Much to my surprise, most of the students performed very well on the exam.
很讓我驚訝的是,大部分的學生這次考試表現得很好。
高中 Level 3
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incredible
[ɪnˋkrɛdəb!]
a. 難以置信的
=
unbelievable
It’s incredible that Victor speaks English so fluently without an accent.
維克多英文講得這麼流利又沒口音,真令人難以置信。
多益綠色
英檢中高
高中 Level 4
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trick
[trɪk]
n. 惡作劇;竅門;把戲
vt. 欺騙
=
cheat
Anna tricked Tim into carrying drugs for her.
安娜欺騙提姆替她攜帶毒品。
Billy was playing tricks on his little brother.
比利在戲弄他弟弟。
The soup tastes a bit plain, but maybe a little more pepper will do the trick.
這湯喝起來有點無味,但也許再加一點胡椒就會很美味了。
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.
老狗學不會新把戲。— 諺語
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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admit
[ədˋmɪt]
vt. 准許……進入;准許……加入;承認
三態
admit / admitted [ədˋmɪtɪd] / admitted [ədˋmɪtɪd]
=
confess
Children are not admitted to the theater without an adult.
小朋友沒有大人帶是不能進入那間劇院的。
Only five percent of the applicants are admitted to the university.
只有 5% 的申請者獲准進入該所大學。
Jake admitted stealing the money from the cash register.
傑克承認偷了收銀機裡的錢。
The politician admitted to taking bribes.
那位政客坦承受賄。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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achievement
[əˋtʃivmənt]
n. 成就
=
accomplishment
The achievements of computer technology have been incredible.
電腦科技的成就令人難以置信。
You’ve made it into Harvard, Jim. That’s quite an achievement.
吉姆,你成功進入哈佛大學。這真是一項了不起的成就。
高中 Level 3
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science
[ˋsaɪəns]
n. 科學;自然科學
Science is my least favorite subject in school. 自然科學是我在學校裡最不喜歡的科目。
高中 Level 1
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gap
[gæp]
n. 裂縫;差異
=
difference
=
crack
Because of the generation gap, my mom doesn’t share my interest in this type of music.
因為有代溝,我媽並不和我一樣喜歡這類的音樂。
There is a wide gap in the views of the two opposing parties.
兩個對立的政黨看法之間有很大的歧異。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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support
[səˋport]
vt. 支持;供養
n. 支持(不可數)
My father has always supported me in whatever I want to do.
不論我想做什麼,我父親總是支持我。
Duke supports his family by working as a food delivery man.
杜克靠做食物外送員來養家。
The policy never gained much public support.
這項政策從未得到大眾的大力支持。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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experience
[ɪkˋspɪrɪəns]
n. 經驗(不可數);經歷(可數)
vt. 體驗,經歷
Those applying for this position should have over three years’ work experience.
申請這個職位的人必須有 3 年以上的工作經驗。
I traveled to Italy last year, and it was a great experience.
我去年到義大利旅行,那是個很棒的經歷。
Ted experienced a lot of difficulties during the war.
泰德在戰爭期間經歷了很多困難。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 1
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industry
[ˋɪndəstrɪ]
n. 工業(不可數);行業(可數)
Industry in this small country has been developing quickly in recent years.
近年來,這小國工業的發展很迅速。
The fashion industry would be an interesting one to get into.
從事時裝業會很有意思。
高中 Level 2
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progress
[ˋprɑgrɛs]
n. 進步;前進(皆不可數)
=
advance
My daughter has made great progress in tennis.
我女兒的網球大有進步。
It was hard for us to make progress because of the heavy snow.
因為下大雪,我們很難前進。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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pursue
[pɚˋsu]
vt. 追求;從事
With my father’s support, I have been able to pursue my dreams.
有了我爸的支持,我才能夠去追尋我的夢想。
Willy pursued the beautiful girl, who eventually fell in love with him.
威利追求那位美眉,最後兩人墜入情網。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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constant
[ˋkɑnstənt]
n. 恆久不變的數量(常數);不變的事物
a. 持續的;穩定的
a. . 持續的;穩定的,持久不變的
The constant noise of the machine is driving me crazy.
機器不斷發出的噪音快把我逼瘋了。
The weather has been constant this week.
這星期的天氣很穩定。
The temperature in the fish tank remains a constant.
水族箱裡的溫度維持恆溫。
No matter what life threw at them, their love for each other remained a constant.
不論遇到什麼困難,他們仍對彼此堅貞不移。
The constant noise of the machine is driving me crazy.
機器不斷發出的噪音快把我逼瘋了。
According to the weather forecast, the weather will
be constant this week.
根據氣象預報,這週的天氣會很穩定。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 6
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prevent
[prɪˋvɛnt]
vt. 阻止;預防,避免
=
stop
=
avoid
Robert’s sore legs prevented him from joining the marathon.
羅伯特腿痠使他無法參加馬拉松比賽。
Taking necessary precautions will prevent many accidents from happening.
採取必要的預防措施能防止許多意外的發生。
高中 Level 3
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outdated
[͵aʊtˋdetɪd]
a. 過時的,落伍的
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regulation
[͵rɛgjəˋleʃən]
n. 規定,法規
=
rule
All staff must obey the new regulations.
所有同仁都要遵守新規定。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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innovation
[͵ɪnəˋveʃən]
n. 創新(不可數)
Innovation is the key to success in the fast-changing business world.
在這個瞬息萬變的商場上,創新是成功的關鍵。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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no matter what
不擇手段
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criticism
[ˋkrɪtə͵sɪzəm]
n. 批評,爭議;評論(均不可數)
=
comment
The new tax law has been the subject of criticism recently.
這條新稅法最近成為爭議的話題。
This magazine is famous for its literary criticism.
這本雜誌因為它的文學評論而出名。
This magazine is famous for its literary comments.
這本雜誌因為它的文學評論而出名。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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post
[post]
vt. & vi. 在網站上)發 / 公布
vt. 張貼,公布;郵寄〔英〕
adv. 快速地(過時用法)
n. 郵政〔英〕;郵件〔英〕;職位
Your grades have been posted on the wall.
你們的成績已經貼在牆上了。
Can you post this letter to Mr. White?
你可以把這封信寄給懷特先生嗎?
The internet celebrity has posted a video on YouTube again.
這網紅又在 YouTube 上發布了一個影片。
Warren only posts on Instagram once in a while.
華倫只會偶爾在 Instagram 上發文。
Keep me posted on the progress of the project.
請隨時告知我這個計畫的進展。
Excuse me. Would you please tell me where the post office is?
不好意思,您能告訴我郵局在哪裡嗎?
It is better to send these documents by post.
這些文件最好用郵寄的。
It is illegal to open other people’s post.
拆他人信件是非法的。
I am interested in the post of sales manager.
我對業務經理這個職位感興趣。
“Please come post,” said the character in the old novel.
這本舊小說中的角色說:『請快點過來。』
多益棕色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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talent
[ˋtælənt]
n. 天才
Mary has a talent for drawing.
瑪莉有繪畫天分。
Mary is talented in drawing.
瑪莉有繪畫天分。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 3
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exceptional
[ɪkˋsɛpʃən!]
a. 卓越的;異常的,不尋常的
=
outstanding
Alex showed an exceptional talent in art at a very young age.
艾立克斯很小的時候就展露出他非凡的藝術天分。
Joe’s ability to remember details is exceptional; not many people have a memory like his.
喬記得細節的能力很出色,很少人能有像他一樣的記憶力。
高中 Level 5
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candidate
[ˋkændədet]
n. 候選人
=
contender
There are two candidates running for chairman of our department.
本系有兩位候選人角逐系主任一職。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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injustice
[ɪnˋdʒʌstɪs]
n. . 不公平
Superman, Batman, and most other superheroes are
known for fighting against any and every injustice in
the world.
超人、蝙蝠俠和大多數其他超級英雄都以對抗世界上任何的 不公不義而聞名。
Mary complained that we had done her an injustice
by firing her.
瑪麗抱怨說我們把她開除是對她不公。
高中 Level 6
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oppression
[əˋprɛʃən]
n. . 壓抑,壓迫(不可數)
“Although you are a woman, you are also a human, who has the right to freedom from oppression.”The feminist told the poor girl
此女權主義者對那可憐的女孩說:『雖然你是一名女子,但你也是個人,而人都有權不受壓迫。』
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discrimination
[dɪ͵skrɪməˋneʃən]
n. 歧視;區別,辨識力
Even today, racial discrimination is still prevalent in this country.
即使到了現在,種族歧視在這個國家還是很普遍。
Discrimination against others on the basis of race, sex, or age is never acceptable.
基於種族、性別、年紀對他人的歧視是絕不被容許的。
Children from age three to eight develop their ability of shape and color discrimination.
孩童在 3 到 8 歲時會發展他們對形狀與顏色的辨識力。
高中 Level 5
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tide
[taɪd]
vt. 幫助(某人)渡過(難關)
n. 潮汐,潮流
Time and tide wait for no man.
歲月不饒人。── 諺語
I wonder if you could lend me $200 to tide me over until payday.
我想知道你是否可借我 200 美元,讓我撐到發薪水的那一天。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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citizen
[ˋsɪtəzn]
n. 公民;市民
=
resident
Tom is an Australian citizen but grew up in Taiwan.
湯姆是澳洲公民,但卻是在臺灣長大的。
The mayor urged citizens to prepare for the typhoon season.
市長呼籲市民為颱風季節做好準備。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 3
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environmental
[ɪn͵vaɪrənˋmɛnt!]
adj. 環境的
The greenhouse effect is an important environmental issue.
溫室效應是很重要的環境議題。
We should lay emphasis on the importance of environmental protection.
我們應要強調環保的重要性。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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popular
[ˋpɑpjəlɚ]
adj. 流行的,普及的;受歡迎的
Our popular culture is heavily influenced by Western countries.
我們的大眾文化受西方國家影響很大。
Peter loves popular music.
彼得喜愛流行樂。
Rap and R&B are popular with young people.
饒舌歌和 R&B 受年輕人的歡迎。
高中 Level 1
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opinion
[əˋpɪnjən]
n. 意見
In my opinion, students should not be allowed to
bring cellphones to school. 依我之見,不應允許學生帶手機到學校。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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position
[pəˋzɪʃən]
n. 位置;姿勢; 地位;立場;職務
vt. 放置;定位(某產品)
You’re in no position to criticize others. You are at fault, too.
你沒有資格批評他人。你也有錯。
You’re not entitled to criticize others. You are at fault, too.
你沒有資格批評他人。你也有錯。
This position pays a lot of money, but the work is hard.
這個職務待遇不錯,不過工作挺辛苦的。
Position these tomato plants on the right-hand side of the balcony.
將這些番茄植物放在陽臺的右側。
Our hotel is in a superb position overlooking the sea.
本飯店地處絕佳位置,可俯瞰海景。
Just relax and sit in a comfortable position.
只需放鬆並舒服地坐著。
My cousin holds a high position in the government.
我表哥在政府位居要職。
What would you do if you were in my position?
假如你處在我的情況下會怎麼做?
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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army
[ˋɑrmɪ]
n. 軍隊(尤指陸軍);大群
My father joined the army when he was eighteen.
我父親 18 歲時從軍。
The mayor was surrounded by an army of reporters.
市長被一大群記者包圍。
高中 Level 2
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CEO
執行長(= chief executive officer)
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inspection
[ɪnˋspɛkʃən]
n. 檢查,查驗
Those business establishments that have failed to pass safety inspections will lose their licenses.
凡是沒有通過安全檢查的營業場所將被吊銷執照。
高中 Level 4
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harbor
[ˋhɑrbɚ]
vt. 窩藏,庇護;心懷
n. 港口
=
port
Hong Kong isa harbor city.
香港是個港都。
Cindy is accused of harboring an escaped outlaw.
辛蒂被控窩藏逃犯。
Since quarreling with Tom last week, John has harbored a grudge against him.
自從上星期跟湯姆吵過架之後,約翰對他就一直心懷憤恨。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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potential
[pəˋtɛnʃəl]
n. 潛力
a. 潛在的
Howard has the potential to become one of the best centers in the basketball league.
霍華德有潛力成為該籃球聯盟裡其中一位頂尖的中鋒。
The earlier you identify potential problems, the sooner you can take action to avoid them.
你越早發現那些潛在的問題,就能越快採取行動去避免它們發生。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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threat
[θrɛt]
n. 威脅,恐嚇;惡兆,兆頭
Poverty is a threat to society.
貧困對社會是一種威脅。
Global warming is posing a threat to human survival.
全球暖化對人類的生存正構成威脅。
The dark clouds are a threat of heavy rain.
這些烏雲是大雨將至的前兆。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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consider
[kənˋsɪdɚ]
vt. 考慮;把……視為
I’m considering taking a trip to Japan.
我正考慮到日本去旅行。
To my surprise, Judith said she didn’t consider Owen (to be) a friend of hers.
令我很驚訝的是,茱蒂絲說她並沒有把歐文當作是朋友。
In fact, many workers considered the plan (to be) impractical.
實際上,很多工人認為那計畫很不切實際。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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evidence
[ˋɛvədəns]
n. 證據(集合名詞,不可數)
a. 證明
We have found a lot of evidence against John.
我們發現很多不利於約翰的證據。
The king loves the queen very much, as evidenced by a large palace he built for her.
國王非常愛皇后,他為她建造的這座大皇宮可以作證。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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innocent
[ˋɪnəsnt]
a. 清白的,無罪的;純真的
=
naive
The suspect claimed to be innocent of the robbery, but no one believed him.
該嫌犯聲稱這起搶案他是清白的,但沒人相信他。
I believe Susan is incapable of this crime because she is such an innocent girl.
我相信蘇珊不可能犯下這起案件,因為她是個非常純真的女孩。
高中 Level 3
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acid
[ˋæsɪd]
a. 酸(性)的;尖酸苛薄的
n. 酸(性)
Acid rain is a result of air pollution. 酸雨是空氣汙染造成的。
When Mira criticized their work, you could feel the acid tone in her words.
米拉批評他們的工作時,你可以感覺出她話中那股酸溜溜的語氣。
If we mix these two chemicals together, they will form an acid.
如果我們把這兩種化學物混合在一起,他們會形成酸。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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acceptance
[əkˋsɛptəns]
n. 接受;答應(邀請等)
=
agreement
The new student found it hard to gain the acceptance of others.
那位新來的學生發現要被其他同學接納並不容易。
So far we have had forty acceptances out of seventy invitations.
到目前為止,在 70 封發出的邀請函中,已有 40 封回函接受邀請。
高中 Level 4
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leadership
[ˋlidɚʃɪp]
n. 領導(地位);領導能力(皆不可數)
Jenny believes things will get better under the new manager’s leadership.
珍妮相信在新任經理的領導下,情況將會有所改善。
Patrick was known for his courage and leadership.
派翠克以他的勇氣和領導能力聞名。
高中 Level 2
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ability
[əˋbɪlətɪ]
n. 能力
Ants have the ability to carry objects much heavier than themselves.
螞蟻有能力搬動比自己重得多的物體。
高中 Level 1
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challenging
[ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ]
adj. 具挑戰性的
For the most part, the work is challenging and very exciting.
大體上來說,這份工作很具有挑戰性,而且非常刺激。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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ahead
[əˋhɛd]
adv. 在前面
Nathan stared straight ahead.
納森直直瞪著前方。
There’s a truck ahead of us. Be careful when driving.
我們前面有一輛卡車。開車時要小心。
Go ahead; we are all ears. 開始說吧!我們正洗耳恭聽。
高中 Level 2
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literature
[ˋlɪtərətʃɚ]
n. 文學(不可數);文獻
=
writings
Mary majored in Westernliterature while in college.
瑪莉念大學時主修西洋文學。
Paul didn’t have time to read all the available literature on the subject.
保羅沒有時間看完有關這主題所有的現存文獻。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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remains
[rɪˋmenz]
n. 遺跡(恆用複數)
The remains are the most famous tourist attraction in the country.
這些遺跡是該國境內最有名的旅遊景點。
高中 Level 3
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relevant
[ˋrɛləvənt]
a. 有關的(與介詞 to 並用)
Do you have any previous job experience relevant to this type of work?
你之前有沒有從事這種工作的相關經驗?
I don’t think your questions are directly relevant to our agenda.
我想你的問題與本議程沒有直接的關聯。
多益藍色
英檢中高
高中 Level 4
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trial
[ˋtraɪəl]
n. 審判;試用 / 驗;麻煩人物 / 事物
Edward wason trial for murder.
愛德華因涉及謀殺而受審。
The trial version of the software is limited to one month.
本試用版軟體的使用期限為 1 個月。
The scientists finally succeeded through trial and error.
那些科學家在反覆試驗後終於成功了。
Richard is a real trial to the teachers.
理查德對老師來說真是一個麻煩人物。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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accuse
[əˋkjuz]
.vt. 指控
The clerk accused the customer of stealing.
店員指控這名顧客偷竊。
The boss was accused of harassing his secretary.
老闆被控騷擾祕書。
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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suspect
[ˋsʌspɛkt]
n. 嫌疑犯
a. 可疑的
Robert was one of the main suspects in the murder case.
羅伯特是這宗謀殺案的主嫌之一。
A suspect package was delivered to the government minister’s office.
一件可疑的包裹被送到部長辦公室。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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multiple
[ˋmʌltəp!]
a. 多重的,眾多的
Darren’s latest album consists of multiple versions of the same songs.
戴倫的最新專輯收錄了相同歌曲的許多版本。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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fraud
[frɔd]
n. 詐騙,詐欺 ; 騙子
=
deception
Convicted of credit card fraud, the American was sentenced to three years in prison.
信用卡詐欺罪名成立後,這位美國人被判刑 3 年。
Brendan claimed to be a psychic, but most people recognized him as a fraud.
布蘭登自稱是通靈者,但大部分的人都覺得他是個騙子。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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court
[kɔrt]
vt. 奉承,討好
n. 法庭;(籃球、網球等的)球場
vt. & vi. 追求
I’ll take you to court if you do not issue a public apology.
如果你不公開道歉,我會告你。
Mandy and Selene are having a friendly game on the tennis court.
蔓蒂和賽琳正在網球場打友誼賽。
Some of Pat’s colleagues started to court him after he was promoted.
派特的幾個同事在他升遷後開始向他獻殷勤。
Tom has been courting Susan for six years.
湯姆追求蘇珊 6 年了。
高中 Level 2
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challenge
[ˋtʃælɪndʒ]
vt. 向……挑戰
n. 挑戰
The politician is facing the biggest challenge of her career.
這位政治人物正面臨她職涯中最大的挑戰。
To our surprise, the little boy met the challenge of taking care of his younger sister.
令我們驚訝的是,那小男孩成功地完成了照顧妹妹的挑戰。
The young chess player challenged the world champion to a game of chess.
這年輕的西洋棋手向世界冠軍挑戰比一回棋賽。
高中 Level 2
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qualification
[͵kwɑləfəˋkeʃən]
n. . 資格,條件
=
equality
Two years of teaching experience is a necessary qualification for this job.
兩年的教學經驗是應徵這工作的必要條件。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 6
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crisis
[ˋkraɪsɪs]
n. 危機
The government handled the financial crisis quite well.
這次金融危機政府處置得相當不錯。
高中 Level 2
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community
[kəˋmjunətɪ]
n. 社區;界,共同利益團體、社會
The medical community is sparing no effort to promote human health.
醫學界正不遺餘力提升人類的健康。
高中 Level 4
Practical Phrases
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take a stand
採取堅定立場,表達意見
Everyone in the meeting was asked to take a stand on the issue.
每個參與會議的人都被要求針對該議題表達意見。
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stand sb up
失約,放(某人)鴿子
I am so upset. Kate stood me up!
我覺得好煩喔。凱特放我鴿子。
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stand/ have a chance of V-ing / N
有可能做…
Can I stand a chance of sitting by the window?
請問我可以坐在窗邊嗎?
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stand against
反對⋯⋯
Brad called for everyone tostand against the corrupt regime.
布萊德呼籲所有人反抗那腐敗的政權。
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stand out
顯眼;突出
With purple hair, Dan stands out in a crowd.
頂著紫色的頭髮,阿丹在人群中很顯眼。
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stand out from
從⋯⋯中突出/顯著
Karen's bright red hair made herstand out from the others in her class.
凱倫亮麗的紅髮使她在班上較突出。
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can’t stand the thought of...
無法忍受⋯⋯的想法
Jerry loves his wife so much that he can't stand the thought of life without her.
傑瑞非常愛他的妻子,所以他一想到沒有她的生活就無法忍受。
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sit / stand upright
坐直 / 站直
Louise sat upright as soon as she heard a scream coming from the kitchen. 一聽到廚房傳來尖叫聲,露易絲就馬上坐直了起來。
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stand the test of time
禁得起時間的考驗
With many people still watching its reruns, the show Friends has stood the test of time.
影集《六人行》經得起時間考驗,仍有許多人在看重播。
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take a stand on sth
表明對某事的立場
The prime minister took a stand on animal rights.
總理就動物權益表明立場。
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stand up for...
支持......
Jerrystood up for my proposal at the meeting.
傑瑞在會議中支持我的提案。
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stand by sb
支持某人
Whatever happens, I will stand by you.
不論發生什麼事,我都會支持你。
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stand for...
代表 / 象徵......
To most people, rosesstand forlove.
對大部分的人來說,玫瑰花象徵愛情。
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stand up
站起來
Dennis stood up to shake his boss hand.
丹尼斯站起來和老闆握手。
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stand on ceremony
拘謹,講究禮節
Don’t stand on ceremony; please make yourself at home.
不要拘束,自己來別客氣。
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stand in line
排隊
Some people werestanding in line at the hotdog stand.
有些人在熱狗攤排隊。
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stand in the / one ’s way
擋住某人去路;阻礙某人
Keep on trying. Let nothing stand in your way.
繼續努力。別讓任何困難阻礙你。
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stand guard
守衛
= be on guard
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stand to attention
立正站好
= stand at attention
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stand at attention
立正站好
We should stand at attention when the national anthem is played.
演奏國歌時,我們應該立正站好。
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stand firm
拒不讓步,堅定不移
Despite pressure from management, the employees stood firm in their wage demands.
儘管有資方的壓力,員工仍然對於工資要求拒不讓步。
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decide to V
決定……
= decide that...
We’ve decided to change the plan.
我們已決定要改變計畫。
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uphold a law / human rights
支持某法律 / 人權
My journalist friends fight to uphold the laws
concerning the freedom of the press.
我的新聞記者朋友竭力支持有關新聞自由的法律。
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a national anthem
國歌
Citizens of a country are expected to stand up
whenever their national anthem is played.
一國的公民在奏其國歌時都應要起立。
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would like to V
想要做......
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despite + N/V-ing
儘管……
Despite our best efforts, we couldn’t save the dying man.
儘管我們盡了最大的努力,還是無法挽救那位垂死的人。
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take responsibility for + N/V-ing
對……負責
You should take responsibility for what you’ve done.
你應該對自己做過的事負責。
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choose to V
選擇(做)⋯⋯
Mindy chose to take the train because it was faster than the bus.
明蒂選擇搭火車,因為那樣比搭公車快。
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on the brink of...
在……的邊緣
Rising antagonism between different ethnic groups
in that country has put it on the brink of a civil war.
日益上升的族群對立使該國處於內戰爆發邊緣。
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be on the brink / edge of...
在……的邊緣
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on the edge of
在某事物邊緣
= on the edge of N/V-ing
While standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon, I felt like I could see the whole world.
站在大峽谷的邊緣,我覺得自己彷彿可以看到全世界。
Taylor was on the edge of a nervous breakdown because of his huge debt.
泰勒因龐大的債務而瀕臨精神崩潰的邊緣。
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decide on
選定……
Has the company decided on the color of the uniform?
公司已選定制服的顏色了嗎?
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in the field of sth
在某事物的領域裡
John is an expert in the field ofhistory.
在歷史學的領域裡約翰是專家。
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prevent sb/sth from + N/V-ing / being p.p.
阻止某人 / 某物……;使某人 / 某物無 法……
Robert’s sore legs prevented him from joining the marathon.
羅伯特腿痠使他無法參加馬拉松比賽。
Taking necessary precautions will prevent many accidents from happening.
採取必要的預防措施能防止許多意外的發生。
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be faced with...
面對...
Stay calm when you're faced with a problem. 面對問題時要保持冷靜。
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allow sb to V
使某人得以⋯⋯;允許某人做⋯⋯
The company allows its employeesto wear casual clothes to work.
該公司允許其員工穿著休閒服裝上班。
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the rest of...
其餘的……(動詞單複數視其後所接 名詞而定)
The man spent the rest of his life in jail.
這名男子在獄中度過餘生。
The rest ofthe money is to be given to Hanks. 其餘的錢要給漢克斯。
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need to V
需要/必須做......
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retire from...
從……退休
Jack retired from the military after 30 years of service.
在軍中服役 30 年後,傑克退休了。
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due to + N/V-ing
因為……;由於……
= because of...
Jim was absent from work yesterday due to illness.
吉姆昨天因生病而沒來上班。
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at ease
感到自在
I don’t want Kenny to be my partner. I never feel at ease with him.
我不想讓肯尼成為我的搭檔。和他在一起我從不會感到自在過。
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despite...
儘管……
= notwithstanding
= in spite of...
Despite his dad’s warning, Paul went fishing alone. 儘管他爸爸提出警告,保羅還是獨自一個人釣魚去。