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? A Fortress of History ?
Surrounded by mountains on three sides and featuring a natural harbor, Keelung was once coveted by various powers because of its strategic location. __________ As a result, the city has the highest number and density of forts in Taiwan. Today, more than 20 relics of forts are scattered across Keelung. These sites offer visitors a unique combination of historical exploration and scenic hiking opportunities.
That little girl likes to boast about her brother’s abilities.
那個小女孩喜歡吹噓她哥哥的能力。
The small town boasts the best hotel in the world.
這小鎮以擁有世上最棒的飯店自豪。
When Justin told me how far he could run, I knew it was just an empty boast.
賈斯汀告訴我他可以跑多遠時,我知道他只是在瞎吹牛。
It is Sophie’s proud boast that she has been to every country in Europe.
蘇菲去過歐洲每一個國家這件事讓她引以為傲。
The satellite is fixed at a point just outside the Earth's atmosphere.
那枚衛星被安置在地球大氣層外的某個定點上。
Mildew easily forms in my room because of the damp atmosphere.
因為空氣很潮溼,我的房間很容易長黴。
I like the warm and pleasant atmosphere in that coffee shop.
我喜歡那家咖啡廳溫暖又愉快的氣氛。
The restaurant created a warm atmosphere with candles and soft music.
那家餐廳用蠟燭與輕柔音樂營造出溫暖的氣氛。
Tom is introverted. By contrast, his brother John is extroverted.
湯姆很內向。相對之下,他哥哥約翰就很外向。
The puppy appears small in contrast to its mother.
這隻小狗和母狗比起來模樣小多了。
When you contrast Edward with Henry, you’ll find a big difference between them in terms of personality.
你將愛德華與亨利對比時,會發現兩人的個性有很大的差異。
Knowing that the enemy was approaching, the king
ordered the soldiers to fortify the castle against
attack.
國王知道敵人正在逼近,就命令士兵加強城堡防禦以抵制敵
人進攻。
Marcus fortified himself against the cold weather
with a glass of whisky.
馬克斯喝了杯威士忌禦寒。
Mary is eager to start her new job.
瑪莉渴望開始新工作。
Our troops are surrounded by the enemy on all sides.
我們的部隊被敵人團團包圍了。
Ken decorated his bedroom with his favorite band’s posters.
肯用他最喜歡的樂團的海報布置他的房間。
This diplomat is renowned for his negotiation skills.
這名外交官以談判技巧而聞名。
Eric loves visiting small towns that are steeped in history.
艾瑞克喜愛造訪那些歷史悠久的小鎮。
The culture of the region is steeped in ancient legends and myths.
這個地區的文化沉浸在古老的傳說與神話中。