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Although skunks may look cute, they have a bad reputation for one reason in particular. Skunks release a strong-smelling, toxic liquid from glands near the base of their tail. Any human or animal that has been sprayed by a skunk knows exactly how unpleasant this experience can be. The liquid can lead to temporary blindness if directed at the eyes, and the smell can remain for days, even after many rounds of washing and cleaning. However, skunks may be misunderstood because in reality, they only use their unpleasant-smelling spray as a last resort.
When skunks release their liquid, the substance not only harms the animal considered a threat but also leaves the skunks themselves feeling exhausted. Consequently, skunks need a period of recovery to regain their strength. During this period, skunks are more defenseless. For this reason, skunks have two other means to ward off predators before their liquid is sprayed. First, the white stripes on their back actually point to the area from which the liquid is released. These stripes offer a warning of “don’t come too close, or you know what will happen.” However, even if predators ignore the stripes, a skunk performs a dance before spraying, which serves as its second and final warning sign. This dance involves stamping, tail slapping, and sometimes even a handstand.
We took a direct plane to New York.
我們搭乘一班直達紐約的飛機。
The new manager will take direct control of the failing department.
新經理將直接接掌那已顯衰敗的部門。
This train goes direct to London.
這列火車直達倫敦。
James went direct to the president with his report.
詹姆士帶著他的報告直接去找了總裁。
A security guard directed us to the emergency exit.
一名警衛指引我們去緊急出口。
The manager chose Maggie to direct the part-time staff.
經理選擇了瑪姬來管理那些兼職員工。
As a last resort, the debtor went to Canada to hide out.
作為最後的手段,債務人跑去加拿大躲了起來。
We'll resort to legal action if you fail to pay the debt by Friday.
如果星期五之前你無法還清債務,我們將採取法律行動。
The Lake District in Northwest England is a world-famous summer resort.
英格蘭西北邊的湖區是世界知名的避暑勝地。
I have been collecting stamps since childhood.
我從小就開始集郵。
Stamp collecting is my hobby.
集郵是我的嗜好。
This stamp in my passport shows I’ve been to Russia.
我護照上的這印記表示我去過俄羅斯。
The document is only official after you stamp it.
這份文件只有在你蓋章之後才正式生效。
Please stamp these letters and mail them by Friday.
請將這些信件貼上郵票並於星期五前寄出。
Henry stamped his foot in anger when he heard the bad news.
亨利聽到這壞消息後氣得跺腳。
After arguing with his girlfriend, Terence stamped out of the classroom.
泰倫斯和女友吵架後,就跺著腳走出了教室。
Mary slapped her boyfriend across the face when he said something insulting to her.
瑪莉賞了他男友一巴掌,因為他說了汙辱她的話。
Olivia gave her brother a slap because he had snuck out gambling again.
奧莉薇亞打了她弟弟一巴掌,因為他又偷跑出去賭博。
When a less experienced coworker got promoted instead of her, it was a slap in the face to Tina.
當獲得升遷的不是蒂娜,而是一位較無經驗的同事時,這對蒂娜來說是個侮辱。
While looking down at his smartphone, Ralph walked slap into a wall.
雷夫看著智慧型手機的同時,就直接撞上牆了。
After ten years in prison, the prisoner was released this morning.
坐了 10 年牢後,那名囚犯今早獲釋。
The authorities concerned have released the names of those killed in the crash.
有關當局已發布這次空難的罹難者名單。
Simon’s good behavior earned him early release from prison.
賽門表現良好,因此可以提早出獄。
Marilyn Manson’s latest release again topped the charts.
瑪莉蓮.曼森發行的最新專輯再次橫掃排行榜冠軍。
The archer directed his arrow at the target and hit the bullseye.
那名射箭選手把箭對準標靶,射中了紅心。
Stan sometimes complained about his wife, but in reality, he loved her dearly.
史坦有時會抱怨他的太太,但事實上,他非常愛她。
Kelly lit some incense to ward off those annoying mosquitoes.
凱莉點一些蚊香來驅走那些惱人的蚊子。
This book can serve as a guide to help you learn to cook.
這本書可作為幫助你學習烹調的指南。
Sharon's excellent speaking skills allow her to serve as the host of the event.
雪倫傑出的演講技巧使她得以擔任這場活動的主持人。
Expensive things are not necessarily the best.
昂貴的東西不一定是最好的。
Tail dropping is a defense mechanism for lizards to distract predators.
斷尾是蜥蜴讓掠食者分心的一種防禦機制。