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The yo-yo is a simple yet captivating toy beloved by both children and adults around the world. While the origin of this delightful toy is the subject of debate, the most popular theory seems to be that the yo-yo first emerged in China around 1000 BC. Early evidence also suggests that disk-shaped objects resembling modern yo-yos existed in ancient Greece in 500 BC. Made mainly out of painted terracotta, the Greek yo-yo was more of a symbol to signify a child’s coming of age than an actual toy.
This road is straight except for a loop near the highway.
除了在高速公路附近有個環道之外,這條路是很直的。
Because she was not in the loop, Monica didn’t know much about what was going on in the company.
因為莫妮卡不是決策圈內人士,所以不太清楚公司內發生了什麼事。
Julian listened to his favorite song on a loop while studying.
朱利安在讀書時循環播放他最愛的歌曲。
Buying on credit is getting popular in Taiwan.
在臺灣有越來越多的人使用信用卡購物。
How many credits are you planning to take this semester?
你這學期打算修幾學分?
Mr. Wang is credited with the success of this project.
這項計畫的成功是王先生的功勞。
The success of this project is credited to Mr. Wang.
這項計畫的成功是王先生的功勞。
Tom credited Jim as a respectable opponent after the tennis match.
在那場網球比賽之後,湯姆認為吉姆是可敬的對手。
The sculpture is made out of recycled metal by a talented artist.
那座雕像是由一位有才華的藝術家用回收金屬製成的。
Fred's remark was more of a criticism than helpful advice.
佛雷德說的話與其說是有用的建議,不如說是批評。
The trip was more of a challenge than a relaxing vacation because of the rain.
這次出遊因為下雨的緣故,比較像是挑戰,而非放鬆的假期行程。
The decision paved the way for a future merger with another company.
這個決定為日後與別家公司的合併案打下基礎。
Thompson's teammates credited him with leading the team to victory.
湯普森的隊友將帶領球隊獲得勝利的功勞歸功於他。
Jill was not familiar with the software initially, but she became proficient before long.
吉兒一開始對該軟體不熟悉,但不久後就精通了。