(序號) English (中文) (常用搭配句) (中譯)
1. succinct 簡潔的 The manager gave a succinct overview of the new project goals. 經理對新專案的目標進行了簡潔的概述。
2. substantive 實質的;大量的 The two companies have made substantive progress in their merger talks. 這兩家公司在合併談判中取得了實質性進展。
3. substantiate 證實;具體化 We need more evidence to substantiate the claim of financial misconduct. 我們需要更多證據來證實財務失當的指控。
4. subside 平息;消退;下陷 The floodwaters finally began to subside after three days of heavy rain. 在連續三天的大雨過後,洪水終於開始消退。
5. storey 樓層 The new office building is a modern structure with over fifty storeys. 這棟新的辦公大樓是一座超過五十層樓的現代建築。
6. stipulate 規定;約定 The contract stipulates that the project must be completed by the end of June. 合約規定該專案必須在六月底前完成。
7. stipendiary 領薪水的;有薪職位的 He holds a stipendiary position as a research fellow at the university. 他在大學擔任研究員的有薪職位。
8. sternly 嚴厲地 The supervisor sternly warned the staff about the importance of punctuality. 主管嚴厲地警告員工準時的重要性。
9. sprain 扭傷 She had to cancel her business trip because of a severe ankle sprain. 因為嚴重的腳踝扭傷,她不得不取消出差。
10. spectacular 壯觀的 The view from the top-floor executive suite is absolutely spectacular. 從頂層行政套房看出去的景色絕對非常壯觀。
11. solicit 懇求;徵求;招攬 The charity organization is soliciting donations for the disaster relief fund. 該慈善組織正在為災難救助基金徵求捐款。
12. solace 安閱;慰藉 Many employees find solace in the company's wellness programs during stressful periods. 許多員工在壓力大的時期從公司的健康計畫中尋求慰藉。
13. slantwise 傾斜地;斜向地 The sunlight streamed slantwise through the large office windows. 陽光傾斜地穿過辦公室的大窗戶照射進來。
14. skirting 踢腳板;迴避;邊緣 The board members were criticized for skirting the issue of budget cuts. 董事會成員因迴避預算削減問題而受到批評。
15. shrewdness 精明;機靈 Her business shrewdness allowed her to identify the market gap before her competitors. 她的商業精明讓她能在競爭對手之前發現市場空缺。
16. sensational 轟動的;感官的 The new product launch was a sensational success, exceeding all sales forecasts. 新產品發表會取得了轟動性的成功,超過了所有銷售預測。
17. sensation 感覺;知覺;轟動 The innovative design caused a major sensation in the tech industry. 這項創新設計在科技界引起了巨大的轟動。
18. scrutinize 詳細檢查;細看 Investors will closely scrutinize the company's financial statements before committing funds. 投資者在投入資金前會仔細審查公司的財務報表。
19. scrutiny 詳細審查;監視 The proposal is currently under intense scrutiny by the regulatory committee. 該提案目前正受到監管委員會的嚴格審查。
20. scrupulous 一絲不苟的;謹慎的;正直的 The auditor was scrupulous in checking every single transaction in the ledger. 審計員在檢查分類帳中的每一筆交易時都一絲不苟。
21. savvy 精明的;通曉的;知識 To succeed in today's market, you need to be tech-savvy and adaptable. 要在當今市場取得成功,你需要精通科技且具備適應能力。
22. sanitary 衛生的;清潔的 Maintaining high sanitary standards is crucial in the food processing industry. 在食品加工業中,維持高標準的衛生至關重要。
23. sanction 制裁;批准;認可 The international community decided to impose economic sanctions on the country. 國際社會決定對該國實施經濟制裁。
24. rotary 旋轉的;輪轉的 The factory installed a new rotary printing press to increase production efficiency. 工廠安裝了新的輪轉印刷機以提高生產效率。
25. revere 尊敬;推崇 The company's founder is revered for his visionary leadership and philanthropy. 公司的創始人因其遠見卓識的領導力和慈善事業而備受推崇。
26. retrospect 回顧;追溯 In retrospect, we should have invested more in research and development earlier. 回想起來,我們當初應該更早地在研發上投入更多資金。
27. reticent 沉默寡言的;有保留的 The CEO was reticent about the details of the upcoming restructuring plan. 執行長對即將進行的轉型計畫細節保持沉默。
28. retaliation 報復;回敬 The company filed a lawsuit in retaliation for the patent infringement. 該公司提起訴訟以報復專利侵權行為。
29. retaliate 報復;回擊 The government warned that it would retaliate if new trade barriers were imposed. 政府警告,如果實施新的貿易壁壘,將會採取報復行動。
30. resonate 共鳴;發出回響 The candidate's message on job security resonated deeply with the voters. 候選人關於工作保障的訊息引起了選民的深切共鳴。
31. resilience 韌性;恢復力;彈性 The local economy showed great resilience in the face of the global recession. 面對全球經濟衰退,當地經濟展現了強大的韌性。
32. residual 殘留的;剩餘的 The residual effects of the chemical spill are still being monitored by experts. 化學物質洩漏的殘留影響仍由專家持續監測中。
33. residue 殘餘;殘渣 A thin layer of sticky residue was left on the table after the cleaning. 清理過後,桌面上留下了一層薄薄的黏性殘渣。
34. reprove 責備;指責 The manager had to reprove the employee for repeatedly failing to meet deadlines. 經理不得不因員工多次未能按時完成任務而予以責備。
35. reproach 責備;恥辱 His conduct as a leader was beyond reproach during the entire crisis. 在整個危機期間,他作為領導者的行為是無可指責的。
36. repress 壓抑;鎮壓;抑制 It is difficult for staff to repress their frustration with the constant delays. 員工很難壓抑對不斷延誤的挫折感。
37. reside 居住;定居 Although he works in the city, he prefers to reside in the quiet suburbs. 雖然他在城市工作,但他更喜歡居住在安靜的郊區。
38. reminiscent 回憶往事的;懷舊的;使人聯想的 The design of the new office is reminiscent of traditional Japanese architecture. 新辦公室的設計讓人聯想到傳統的日本建築。
39. relinquish 放棄;交出;讓渡 The CEO decided to relinquish his position to focus on his personal health. 執行長決定放棄他的職位,以專注於個人健康。
40. relentless 無情的;不間斷的;持續的 The company's relentless pursuit of excellence has made it a market leader. 公司對卓越的不懈追求使其成為市場領導者。
41. relegate 降級;貶謫;委託 After the poor performance, the team was relegated to a lower division. 在表現不佳之後,該團隊被降級到較低的組別。
42. regiment 團(軍隊);嚴格管制 The strict daily schedule at the training center is like a military regiment. 培訓中心嚴格的每日行程就像軍隊的團級管理。
43. regime 政權;體制;制度 The new management regime implemented several cost-cutting measures. 新的管理體制實施了幾項成本削減措施。
44. rehabilitate 使復原;復健;恢復名譽 The program aims to rehabilitate workers who have been injured on the job. 該計畫旨在幫助在工作中受傷的工人康復。
45. recital 獨奏會;吟誦;詳述 She gave a moving recital of her experiences working in the conflict zone. 她詳述了自己在衝突地區工作的經歷,令人動容。
46. reciprocal 相互的;互惠的 Both countries agreed to a reciprocal reduction in import tariffs. 兩國同意互惠降低進口關稅。
47. recipient 接受者;收件人 Please ensure that the recipient's address is clearly written on the package. 請確保包裹上清晰地寫著收件人的地址。
48. intake 攝取量;吸入;進氣口 Reducing caffeine intake can help improve the quality of your sleep. 減少咖啡因攝取量可以幫助提高睡眠品質。
49. momentum 動量;氣勢;動力 The campaign gained significant momentum after the celebrity endorsement. 在名人代言後,這場活動獲得了巨大的動力。
50. swipe 滑動;刷(卡);猛擊 You can unlock the office door by swiping your ID card over the sensor. 您可以透過在感應器上刷員工證來解鎖辦公室門。
51. gyroscope 陀螺儀 Modern smartphones use a gyroscope to detect the orientation of the device. 現代智慧型手機使用陀螺儀來偵測裝置的方向。
52. gyroscopic 陀螺儀的 The camera stabilizer uses gyroscopic sensors to ensure smooth video footage. 攝影機穩定器使用陀螺儀感應器來確保影片畫面流暢。
53. rumble 發出隆隆聲;轆轆行駛 We could hear the low rumble of thunder in the distance. 我們可以聽到遠處傳來低沉的雷鳴聲。
54. tinker 修補;鑽研;笨拙地修理 He likes to tinker with old computers in his spare time to see how they work. 他喜歡在空閒時間鑽研舊電腦,看看它們是如何運作的。
55. antenna 天線;觸角 The building's roof is equipped with a large satellite antenna for broadcasting. 建築物的屋頂安裝了大型衛星天線用於廣播。
56. upfront 預付的;坦率的;在前面的 The consultant requested an upfront payment before starting the project. 顧問要求在開始專案前預付費用。
57. folk 民間的;通俗的;人們 Many local folks attended the town hall meeting to discuss the new park. 許多當地民眾參加了鎮民大會,討論新公園的事宜。
58. pleb 平民(貶義);下層階級 The term is sometimes used by elitists to mock the general public. 該術語有時被菁英主義者用來嘲諷大眾。
59. haptic 觸覺的 The latest controllers feature advanced haptic feedback for a more immersive experience. 最新的控制器具有先進的觸覺回饋,可提供更具沉浸感的體驗。
60. provocative 挑釁的;煽動性的;撩人的 The speaker's provocative comments sparked a heated debate among the audience. 演講者挑釁性的言論引發了聽眾之間的激烈辯論。
61. prospectus 說明書;計畫書;公開說明書 Potential investors should read the prospectus carefully before buying shares. 潛在投資者在購買股票前應仔細閱讀公開說明書。
62. prostitute 娼妓;濫用(才能) Some artists feel they are prostituting their talent by working on commercial ads. 一些藝術家覺得自己為商業廣告工作是在濫用才華。
63. proposition 提議;建議;主張 The firm presented a very attractive business proposition to the potential partners. 該公司向潛在合作夥伴提出了非常具有吸引力的商業提議。
64. profusion 大量;豐富;揮霍 There was a profusion of tropical flowers in the hotel's courtyard. 飯店庭院裡有大量的熱帶花卉。
65. propensity 傾向;習性;癖好 He has a propensity for taking risks, which has both helped and hurt his career. 他有冒險的傾向,這對他的職業生涯既有幫助也有損害。
66. proliferation 擴散;激增;增殖 The proliferation of social media has fundamentally changed how we communicate. 社群媒體的激增從根本上改變了我們的溝通方式。
67. pretentious 自命不凡的;矯揉造作的;做作的 I found the restaurant's decor to be a bit pretentious and unnecessary. 我覺得這家餐廳的裝飾有點矯揉造作且不必要。
68. preside 主持;管轄 The chairperson will preside over the annual general meeting next week. 主席將主持下週的年度股東大會。
69. prerogative 特權 It is the management's prerogative to decide on the final budget allocation. 決定最終預算分配是管理階層的特權。
70. preclude 避免;排除;阻止 The existing contract precludes us from working with any of their competitors. 現有合約阻止我們與他們的任何競爭對手合作。
71. predecessor 前任;前輩;原有事物 The new system is much more efficient than its predecessor. 新系統比其前身效率高得多。
72. precede 在...之前;優於;先於 A brief introductory video will precede the main keynote speech. 主旨演講前將先播放一段簡短的介紹影片。
73. pervasive 普遍的;遍佈的;瀰漫的 Corruption has become pervasive within the local government hierarchy. 貪腐已在當地政府階層中變得普遍。
74. pertain 與...有關;附屬 These regulations pertain to all employees working in the manufacturing sector. 這些法規與所有在製造業部門工作的員工有關。
75. pertinent 相關的;中肯的;切題的 The lawyer asked several pertinent questions during the cross-examination. 律師在交叉盤問中提出了幾個切題的問題。
76. plausible 合理的;貌似真實的 The technician gave a plausible explanation for the sudden server failure. 技術人員對伺服器突然故障給出了一個合理的解釋。
77. perpetuate 使永存;使持續;使不朽 Low wages only serve to perpetuate the cycle of poverty in the region. 低工資只會使該地區的貧困循環持續下去。
78. perpetual 永久的;長期的;無休止的 The company is in a state of perpetual change to stay competitive. 為了保持競爭力,公司處於不斷變化的狀態。
79. permeate 滲透;瀰漫;充滿 A sense of optimism began to permeate the office after the successful launch. 成功發表後,辦公室裡開始充滿樂觀的氣氛。
80. manoeuvre 調動;策略;演習;操縱 The CEO's clever business manoeuvre caught the competition off guard. 執行長聰明的商業策略讓競爭對手措手不及。
81. outmaneuver 智勝;以策略制勝 We need to find a way to outmaneuver our rivals in the bidding process. 我們需要找到一種方法在招標過程中智勝對手。
82. ostensive 表面上的;明示的 The ostensive purpose of the meeting was to discuss the new office layout. 會議的表面目的是討論辦公室的新佈置。
83. ostensible 表面上的;假裝的 His ostensible reason for leaving was to travel, but he actually found a better job. 他離開的表面理由是去旅行,但實際上他找到了一份更好的工作。
84. sober 清醒的;嚴肅的;冷靜的 After the accident, he became a much more sober and responsible driver. 事故發生後,他變成了一位更加冷靜且負責任的駕駛。
85. sob 啜泣;嗚咽 She tried to hide her emotions, but she couldn't help but sob quietly. 她試圖掩飾情緒,但仍忍不住小聲啜泣。
86. intrigue 陰謀;激起好奇心;密謀 The mysterious message intrigued the detectives and led them to a new clue. 神秘的訊息引起了偵探們的好奇心,並引導他們找到了新的線索。
87. eternal 永恆的;不朽的 The search for eternal youth has been a theme in many legends and stories. 尋求永恆的青春一直是許多傳說和故事的主題。
88. Milky Way galaxy 銀河系 Our solar system is located in a spiral arm of the Milky Way galaxy. 我們的太陽系位於銀河系的一個螺旋臂中。
89. Milky Way 銀河 On a clear night in the desert, the Milky Way is clearly visible. 在沙漠晴朗的夜晚,銀河清晰可見。
90. stargaze 眺望星星;發呆 We spent the entire evening stargazing in the backyard with a telescope. 我們整個晚上都在後院用望遠鏡眺望星星。
91. stargazing 觀星 Stargazing is a popular hobby for those who enjoy the beauty of the night sky. 對於喜歡夜空美景的人來說,觀星是一項受歡迎的嗜好。
92. fraud 詐欺;騙子;假貨 The company was accused of tax fraud following a government investigation. 在政府調查後,該公司被指控逃稅詐欺。
93. scam 騙局;詐騙 Be careful of online scams that ask for your personal banking information. 小心索取您個人銀行資訊的網路詐騙。
94. rapture 狂喜;著迷 The audience listened in rapture as the world-renowned pianist performed. 聽眾在世界知名鋼琴家演奏時著迷地傾聽。
95. collocation 搭配詞;配置;排列 Understanding common collocations is essential for natural-sounding English. 了解常見的搭配詞對於說出自然的英語至關重要。
96. food coma 飯氣攻心(飽餐後想睡) After the heavy Thanksgiving dinner, everyone suffered from a major food coma. 在豐盛的感恩節大餐後,每個人都感到嚴重的飯氣攻心。
97. lieutenant 中尉;副官 The lieutenant was responsible for leading the small patrol team. 中尉負責領導這支小型巡邏隊。
98. tenant 房客;承租人 The landlord reminded the tenant that the rent is due on the first of each month. 房東提醒房客,租金應在每月一號繳納。
99. nuance 細微差別 A skilled translator must be able to capture every nuance of the original text. 一位優秀的譯者必須能夠捕捉到原始文本的每一個細微差別。
100. leap forward 大躍進;長足進步 The discovery of penicillin was a giant leap forward for modern medicine. 盤尼西林的發現是現代醫學的一次巨大飛躍。
101. distinctive 獨特的;有特色的 The brand's distinctive logo makes it easily recognizable around the world. 該品牌獨特的標誌使其在世界各地都很容易被辨認。
102. scouring 沖刷;擦洗 The cleaning crew spent hours scouring the floors of the new warehouse. 清潔人員花了數小時擦洗新倉庫的地板。
103. homogenize 使均勻;使均質化 The company aims to homogenize its branding across all international markets. 該公司旨在使其在所有國際市場上的品牌形象統一起來。
104. dialect 方言 Although they speak the same language, their regional dialects are quite different. 儘管他們說同樣的語言,但他們的地區方言卻大不相同。
105. centrifuge 離心機 The laboratory uses a high-speed centrifuge to separate the different components of the blood. 實驗室使用高速離心機來分離血液中的不同成分。
106. yellowish 微黃的 The old documents had turned a yellowish color due to age and exposure to light. 由於年代久遠且暴露在光線下,這些舊文件已經變成了微黃色。
107. seeming contradiction 看似矛盾 There is a seeming contradiction between the company's profit growth and its budget cuts. 公司的利潤成長與預算削減之間存在著看似矛盾的現象。
108. contradiction 矛盾;反駁 His statement was in direct contradiction to the evidence presented by the witness. 他的陳述與證人提供的證據完全矛盾。
109. plasma 等離子;血漿 Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells and proteins throughout the body. 血漿是血液中的液體成分,負責將細胞和蛋白質輸送到全身。
110. up their sleeve 暗中準備好的;錦囊妙計 I suspect the marketing team has a few more tricks up their sleeve for the holiday season. 我懷疑行銷團隊在假期期間還有一些暗中準備好的妙計。
111. side hustle 副業 Many young professionals start a side hustle to supplement their primary income. 許多外籍專業人士會開始經營副業來增加主業以外的收入。
112. performative 表演性質的;(語言學)施為的 Some critics argued that the company's diversity initiative was purely performative. 一些批評家認為,公司的多元化倡議純粹是表演性質的。
113. loosely 寬鬆地;不嚴謹地 The term "innovation" is often used loosely in corporate annual reports. 「創新」這個詞在企業年度報告中經常被不嚴謹地使用。
114. prevalent 普遍的;流行的 Remote work has become increasingly prevalent in the post-pandemic business world. 遠距工作在後疫情時代的商業世界中變得越來越普遍。
115. millennials 千禧世代 Companies are adapting their marketing strategies to better engage with millennials. 各家公司正在調整其行銷策略,以便更好地吸引千禧世代。
116. newsworthy 有新聞價值的 The merger of the two tech giants was considered highly newsworthy by the media. 這兩家科技巨頭的合併被媒體認為具有高度的新聞價值。
117. interim 過渡時期;暫時的;中間的 An interim CEO was appointed while the board searched for a permanent replacement. 在董事會尋找正式繼任者期間,任命了一位臨時執行長。
118. hospital 醫院 The city's main hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities. 該市的主要醫院配備了最先進的醫療設施。
119. glossary 詞彙表;術語表 The technical manual includes a comprehensive glossary of industry terms. 該技術手冊包含了一份完整的產業術語表。
120. grocery 食品雜貨;雜貨店 We need to stop by the grocery store to pick up some supplies for the office kitchen. 我們需要順道去雜貨店為辦公室廚房買些補給品。
121. desperate 絕望的;極度渴望的;不顧一切的 The company was desperate for a new investment after three consecutive years of losses. 在連續三年虧損後,該公司極度渴望獲得新的投資。
122. club 俱樂部;社團;棍棒 Many executives join exclusive business clubs to network with their peers. 許多高階主管加入專屬的商務俱樂部,以便與同行建立人脈。
123. shovel 鏟子;鏟起 After the heavy snowfall, the staff spent the morning shoveling the entrance to the building. 大雪過後,員工們花了一個早上的時間清理大樓門口的積雪。
124. spade 鏟子;黑桃 A spade is an essential tool for any gardening or landscaping project. 對於任何園藝或景觀美化專案來說,鏟子都是必不可少的工具。
125. deflate 放氣;洩氣;通貨緊縮 The central bank took measures to prevent the economy from deflating further. 中央銀行採取措施防止經濟進一步陷入通貨緊縮。
126. inflate 充氣;膨脹;通貨膨脹 High energy prices have contributed significantly to inflating the cost of living. 高昂的能源價格顯著推高了生活成本(通貨膨脹)。
127. stenographer 速記員 The court stenographer carefully recorded every word of the witness's testimony. 法庭速記員仔細記錄了證人證詞的每一個字。
128. Steno 速記 Learning steno allows a person to type at much higher speeds than a traditional keyboard. 學習速記可以讓人以比傳統鍵盤快得多的速度進行輸入。
129. barbed 有倒鉤的;諷刺的 The politician's speech was full of barbed comments directed at his opponents. 這位政治家的演講中充滿了針對其對手的諷刺言論。
130. barb 倒鉤;刺 The hook has a small barb to prevent the fish from escaping. 魚鉤上有一個小倒鉤,以防止魚逃脫。
131. pamper 寵愛;嬌慣 The luxury hotel is designed to pamper guests with its top-notch spa services. 這家豪華飯店旨在以其頂級的水療服務寵愛顧客。
132. whatsoever 無論什麼 There is no evidence whatsoever to support the allegations of corruption. 完全沒有任何證據支持貪腐指控。
133. doodle 塗鴉 He tends to doodle on his notepad during long and boring meetings. 他傾向於在漫長而無聊的會議中在記事本上塗鴉。
134. doodling 塗鴉 Research suggests that doodling can actually help some people concentrate better. 研究顯示,塗鴉實際上可以幫助某些人更好地集中注意力。
135. dopamine 多巴胺 Winning a big contract releases dopamine in the brain, creating a sense of reward. 贏得大合約會在大腦中釋放多巴胺,產生獎勵感。
136. catalyst 催化劑;觸發因素 The CEO's speech acted as a catalyst for much-needed change within the organization. 執行長的演講成了組織內急需變革的催化劑。
137. catnip 貓薄荷;極具吸引力的事物 Low interest rates are like catnip to investors looking for high returns. 對於尋求高回報的投資者來說,低利率極具吸引力。
138. sketch 素描;草圖;概略 The architect drew a quick sketch of the proposed office building. 建築師畫了一張擬建辦公大樓的快速草圖。
139. gesture 手勢;姿勢;表示 The management's offer of a bonus was seen as a positive gesture toward the staff. 管理階層提供獎金被視為對員工展現的積極態度。
140. crude 粗糙的;天然的;粗俗的 The initial cost estimates were quite crude and will need to be refined later. 最初的成本估算相當粗糙,稍後需要進行精確化。
141. drawn 憔悴的;拉長的;平局的 After working sixty hours a week, he looked tired and drawn. 在每週工作六十小時後,他看起來疲憊不堪且臉色憔悴。
142. panelist 專題小組成員;座談會參加者 Each panelist was given five minutes to present their views on the economic outlook. 每位座談會參加者有五分鐘時間發表他們對經濟前景的看法。
143. downside 缺點;負面;下降趨勢 The main downside of the new software is that it requires a lot of memory. 該新軟體的主要缺點是它需要大量的記憶體。
144. by and large 大體上;總的來說 By and large, the employees are satisfied with the new flexible working hours. 總的來說,員工對新的彈性工作時間感到滿意。
145. glossy 光滑的;有光澤的 The company's annual report is printed on high-quality glossy paper. 公司的年度報告印在高品質的有光澤紙張上。
146. convoluted 費解的;旋繞的;複雜的 The legal language in the contract was so convoluted that we needed a lawyer's help. 合約中的法律語言非常費解,我們需要律師的協助。
147. delve 鑽研;探索;挖掘 We need to delve deeper into the data to understand the cause of the sales drop. 我們需要深入鑽研數據,以了解銷售下降的原因。
148. mana 法力;魔力 In many games, mana is used as a resource for casting powerful spells. 在許多遊戲中,法力被用作施放強大咒語的資源。
149. bane 禍根;災星 Constant technical glitches have been the bane of the IT department this year. 不斷出現的技術故障一直是今年 IT 部門的禍根。
150. prod 刺;戳;刺激 The supervisor had to prod the team occasionally to keep them on schedule. 主管不得不偶爾刺激一下團隊,以確保他們能按進度進行。
151. compelling 令人信服的;引人入勝的;強制的 The marketing team created a compelling case for why customers should switch brands. 行銷團隊提出了一個令人信服的理由,說明顧客為何應該更換品牌。
152. compel 強迫;迫使 The severe drought compelled the government to implement water rationing. 嚴重的乾旱迫使政府實施限水措施。
153. hectic 忙碌的;興奮的;發熱的 The weeks leading up to the product launch are always extremely hectic. 產品發表前幾週總是極其忙碌。
154. haunted 鬧鬼的;煩惱的 He looked haunted by the memory of the failed business venture. 他看起來被那次失敗的商業投資記憶所困擾。
155. mansion 豪宅;大廈 The tech billionaire recently purchased a sprawling mansion in the hills. 這位科技億萬富翁最近在山丘上購買了一座佔地廣闊的豪宅。
156. chamber 房間;室;腔 The board of directors met in a private chamber to discuss the sensitive merger. 董事會在私人會議室會面,討論敏感的合併案。
157. dungeon 地牢 The old castle has a dark dungeon that is now open to tourists. 這座古老的城堡有一個黑暗的地牢,現在對遊客開放。
158. fortress 堡壘;要塞 The company's data center is built like a digital fortress to ensure security. 公司的數據中心建得像一座數位堡壘,以確保安全。
159. trophy 獎盃;戰利品 The sales team was proud to display the "Company of the Year" trophy. 銷售團隊自豪地展示了「年度最佳公司」獎盃。
160. formal 正式的;正規的 The invitation stated that the dress code for the gala dinner would be formal. 邀請函註明晚宴的著裝要求為正式服裝。
161. vividly 生動地;鮮明地 He vividly described his travels through Southeast Asia during the presentation. 他在簡報中生動地描述了他在東南亞的旅行經歷。
162. jot down 匆匆記下 Please jot down the main points of the meeting so we can review them later. 請匆匆記下會議要點,以便我們稍後回顧。
163. backside 臀部;背面 Make sure to sign the form on the backside as well. 請確保也在表格背面簽名。
164. straighten out 解決;清理;變直 It took several weeks to straighten out the accounting errors from the last quarter. 花了幾週時間才解決上個季度的會計錯誤。
165. straighten 弄直;整頓 The management is working to straighten the company's financial situation. 管理層正致力於整頓公司的財務狀況。
166. competent 有能力的;勝任的 She is a highly competent manager who is respected by her entire team. 她是一位非常有能力的經理,深受整個團隊的尊敬。
167. self-assured 自信的 The candidate gave a very self-assured performance during the interview. 該候選人在面試中表現得非常自信。
168. self-conscious 害羞的;侷促不安的;有自我意識的 Many people feel self-conscious when they have to speak in front of a large crowd. 許多人在必須在大眾面前演講時會感到侷促不安。
169. run over 輾過;溢出;超時 I'm sorry, but our meeting is starting to run over the scheduled time. 很抱歉,我們的會議開始超出預定時間了。
170. stronghold 據點;大本營;堡壘 The region has traditionally been a political stronghold for the conservative party. 該地區傳統上一直是保守黨的政治據點。
171. delivered 已交付;已送達 The courier confirmed that the documents were delivered to the correct address. 快遞員確認文件已送到正確的地址。
172. contact 接觸;聯繫;聯絡人 Please feel free to contact our customer service team if you have any questions. 如果您有任何問題,請隨時聯繫我們的客戶服務團隊。
173. swarm 群;蜂群;擠滿 A swarm of reporters gathered outside the courthouse to wait for the verdict. 一群記者聚集在法院外等待判決。
174. look over sth 檢查某物;瀏覽某物 Could you please look over this report before I send it to the client? 在我將這份報告寄給客戶之前,能不能請您檢查一下?
175. look over 檢查;查看;眺望 We took a moment to look over the city from the rooftop terrace. 我們花了一點時間從屋頂露台眺望整座城市。
176. come to 甦醒;總計;涉及 The total cost for the office renovations will come to approximately fifty thousand dollars. 辦公室裝修的總費用總計約為五萬美元。
177. forecast 預測;預報 The economic forecast for the next fiscal year is cautiously optimistic. 下一個會計年度的經濟預測持謹慎樂觀態度。
178. to tumble around 翻來覆去;滾動 He spent the night tumbling around in bed, unable to sleep due to work stress. 他整晚在床上翻來覆去,因為工作壓力而無法入睡。
179. cultivate 培養;耕作;陶冶 It takes time and effort to cultivate strong relationships with business partners. 培養與商業夥伴的穩固關係需要時間和努力。
180. retain 保留;保持;聘請 The company is struggling to retain its most talented employees. 該公司正努力留住最優秀的人才。
181. hinder 阻礙;妨礙 High taxes can sometimes hinder the growth of small businesses. 高稅收有時會阻礙小企業的成長。
182. disorient 使迷失方向;使困惑 The sudden changes in company policy served to disorient many long-term employees. 公司政策的突然轉變使許多資深員工感到困惑。
183. initiative 主動權;倡議;進取心 The government's new green initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions. 政府新的環保倡議旨在減少碳排放。
184. delinquency ratio 逾期放款比率(滯納率) The bank is concerned about the rising delinquency ratio on its credit card loans. 銀行對其信用卡貸款不斷上升的逾期放款比率感到擔憂。
185. excel in 擅長於 To succeed in this role, you must excel in both communication and technical skills. 要在這個職位上取得成功,你必須在溝通和技術技能方面都表現出色。
186. hand-off 移交;傳球 A smooth hand-off between the night shift and the day shift is crucial for operations. 夜班和白班之間的順利移交對營運至關重要。
187. handoff 移交;傳遞 The project handoff was delayed due to some last-minute technical issues. 由於一些最後一刻的技術問題,專案移交被推遲了。
188. eager 渴望的;熱切的 The graduates are eager to start their careers and apply what they've learned. 畢業生們渴望開始他們的職業生涯,並應用所學知識。
189. reinvent 徹底重塑;改良 Many traditional retailers are trying to reinvent themselves to compete with online stores. 許多傳統零售商正試圖徹底重塑自己,以便與電商競爭。
190. workstation 工作站 Each employee is provided with a high-performance workstation and dual monitors. 每位員工都配備了高效能的工作站和雙螢幕。
191. upright 直立的;正直的 He is known throughout the industry as an upright and honest businessman. 他在業界以正直誠實的商人著稱。
192. tidy 整潔的 Please keep your desk tidy and organized to maintain a professional workspace. 請保持桌面整潔有序,以維持專業的工作空間。
193. scumbag 卑鄙小人;人渣 The fraudster was described by his victims as a heartless scumbag. 騙子被受害者形容為沒良心的卑鄙小人。
194. scum 浮渣;社會渣滓 The pollution formed a thick layer of green scum on the surface of the pond. 污染在池塘表面形成了一層厚厚的綠色浮渣。
195. patriot 愛國者 He was remembered as a true patriot who dedicated his life to his country. 他被銘記為一位真正的愛國者,一生致力於國家。
196. filthy 骯髒的;污穢的 The abandoned factory was filthy and filled with discarded machinery. 廢棄工廠髒亂不堪,到處都是丟棄的機器。
197. shipwright 造船工 The skilled shipwright spent months building the wooden sailboat by hand. 這位熟練的造船工花了數月時間親手打造木製帆船。
198. wright 工匠;製造者 The word is often used as a suffix in terms like "playwright" or "wheelwright." 這個詞常作為字尾,如「劇作家」或「造輪工」。
199. collective 集體的;共同的 It is our collective responsibility to ensure a safe working environment for everyone. 為每個人確保安全的工作環境是我們的共同責任。
200. autonomous 自治的;自主的 The regional office was granted autonomous status to make its own local decisions. 區域辦事處被授予自主地位,可以自行做出當地決策。
201. swerve off 急轉彎偏離 The car swerved off the road to avoid a collision with the truck. 汽車急轉彎偏離道路,以避免與卡車相撞。
202. swerve 急轉彎;偏離 The driver had to swerve suddenly to avoid a large pothole. 駕駛不得不突然轉向以避開一個大坑洞。
203. spear 矛;魚叉 The historical museum has a collection of ancient spears used in hunting. 歷史博物館收藏了一系列用於狩獵的古代長矛。
204. spearhead 當先鋒;帶頭 She was chosen to spearhead the company's new marketing campaign. 她被選中帶領公司新的行銷活動。
205. stalemate 僵局 The negotiations reached a stalemate after neither side would compromise on the price. 由於雙方都不肯在價格上讓步,談判陷入了僵局。
206. stampede 驚跑;蜂擁;踩踏 A false fire alarm caused a stampede toward the exits of the crowded theater. 虛假的火災警報引起了擁擠劇院中人群奔向出口的踩踏事件。
207. tapered 錐形的;逐漸變細的 The columns of the building are slightly tapered toward the top for a more elegant look. 建築物的柱子向頂部逐漸變細,以顯得更加優雅。
208. subpoena 傳票;傳喚 The witness received a subpoena to testify in court next Tuesday. 證人收到了傳票,要求下週二出庭作證。
209. subsidence 下沉;沈澱;陷落 The building's foundation was damaged due to soil subsidence in the area. 由於該地區的土地塌陷,建築物的地基受到了損壞。
210. surcharge 額外費用;附加費 A fuel surcharge is often added to the price of international airline tickets. 國際機票價格中通常會加入燃油附加費。
211. surgeon 外科醫生 The chief surgeon performed a complex operation that lasted for over eight hours. 外科主任醫師進行了一場持續超過八小時的複雜手術。
212. syndicate 財團;企業聯合;辛迪加 A large financial syndicate provided the funding for the new infrastructure project. 一個大型金融財團為新的基礎設施專案提供了資金。
213. tabloid 小報;通俗小報 Tabloids often focus on sensational stories about celebrities and politicians. 通俗小報通常關注有關名人和政治家的轟動性故事。
214. tariff 關稅 The government announced a new tariff on imported electronics to protect local industry. 政府宣佈對進口電子產品徵收新關稅,以保護當地產業。
215. tarry 逗留;耽擱 We cannot afford to tarry any longer if we want to finish the project on time. 如果我們想按時完成專案,就不能再耽擱了。
216. preach 佈道;說教 The motivational speaker doesn't just preach success; he shares practical strategies. 勵志演說家不只是宣揚成功,他還分享了實用的策略。
217. temperance 節制;禁酒 He advocated for temperance and self-control in all aspects of life. 他提倡在生活的各個方面都要節制和自我控制。
218. tendentious 有偏見的;有傾向性的 Some critics felt that the documentary provided a tendentious view of the conflict. 一些批評家認為這部紀錄片對衝突提供了有偏見的觀點。
219. testify 作證;證明 Several former employees agreed to testify against the company in the lawsuit. 幾位前員工同意在訴訟中出庭指證該公司。
220. connive 縱容;默許;共謀 The investigation revealed that some officials had connived with the smugglers. 調查顯示,一些官員曾與走私者共謀。
221. transplant 移植;移栽 The patient is recovering well after a successful heart transplant operation. 病人在成功的心臟移植手術後恢復良好。
222. tremulous 顫抖的;膽小的 Her voice was tremulous as she stood up to give her first public speech. 當她站起來進行第一次公開演講時,她的聲音在顫抖。
223. truculent 好鬥的;兇猛的 The manager's truculent attitude made it difficult for employees to voice their concerns. 經理好鬥的態度使員工難以表達他們的擔憂。
224. trump 王牌;勝過 The new product's innovative features will likely trump anything the competition has to offer. 該新產品的創新功能可能會勝過競爭對手提供的任何產品。
225. undercut 削價競爭;削弱 The new competitor is trying to undercut our prices to gain market share quickly. 新的競爭對手正試圖透過削價競爭來快速獲得市場份額。
226. understatement 輕描淡寫;含蓄的陳述 To say the project was a success is a massive understatement; it was a revolution. 說這個專案很成功太過輕描淡寫了;它簡直是一場革命。
227. undulate 起伏;波動 The hills undulate gently as far as the eye can see. 目之所及,山丘緩緩起伏。
228. upbraid 責罵;訓斥 The supervisor upbraided the staff for their lack of attention to detail. 主管因員工不注重細節而訓斥了他們。
229. condenses 凝結;濃縮 Water vapor condenses into liquid droplets when it touches a cold surface. 水蒸氣接觸冷表面時會凝結成液滴。
230. vilify 誹謗;中傷 The politician complained that the media was trying to vilify his character. 這位政治家抱怨媒體正試圖誹謗他的品格。
231. maternal 母親的;母系的 The company offers generous maternal leave policies to support new mothers. 該公司提供優渥的產假政策以支持新手媽媽。
232. paternal 父親的;父系的 He sought his grandfather's paternal advice before making the big career decision. 在做出重大職業決定前,他尋求了祖父長輩般的建議。
233. twofold 雙重的;兩倍的 The purpose of the new policy is twofold: to save costs and to increase efficiency. 新政策的目的有兩個:節省成本和提高效率。
234. keen 敏銳的;熱衷的;鋒利的 She has a keen eye for identifying emerging market trends before they become popular. 她對發現尚未流行的新興市場趨勢具有敏銳的眼光。
235. fruitless 徒勞的;無結果的 After weeks of fruitless negotiations, the two parties decided to seek arbitration. 在數週徒勞無功的談判後,雙方決定尋求仲裁。
236. yawn 打哈欠 The student couldn't help but yawn during the long and repetitive lecture. 學生在漫長而重複的講座中忍不住打了個哈欠。
237. blurry 模糊的 The photo came out blurry because the camera moved while the picture was being taken. 拍照時相機移動了,所以照片拍出來很模糊。
238. drowsiness 睡意;困倦 Some allergy medications can cause drowsiness as a common side effect. 一些過敏藥物可能會引起睡意,這是一種常見的副作用。
239. appetizer 開胃菜 For the business dinner, we ordered a selection of hot and cold appetizers. 商務晚宴上,我們點了幾款冷熱皆有的開胃菜。
240. journalist 記者 The investigative journalist won an award for her report on corporate corruption. 這位調查記者因其關於企業貪腐的報導而獲獎。
241. commitment 承諾;投入;義務 The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its daily operations. 公司對永續發展的投入體現在其日常營運中。
242. dynamism 活力;動態 The startup environment is known for its dynamism and rapid pace of change. 新創環境以其活力和快速的變化節奏而聞名。
243. surpass 超越;勝過 Our sales this quarter are expected to surpass all previous records. 本季我們的銷售額預計將超越以往所有紀錄。
244. come on the market 上市 The new model of the smartphone is expected to come on the market next month. 該新款智慧型手機預計將於下個月上市。
245. toner 碳粉;化妝水 Please order some more black toner for the office laser printer. 請為辦公室雷射印表機再訂購一些黑色碳粉。
246. keynote 主旨;基調 The keynote speaker discussed the future of artificial intelligence in the workplace. 主旨演講者討論了人工智慧在職場中的未來。
247. responsible 負責任的 As the project lead, you are responsible for ensuring all deadlines are met. 作為專案負責人,您有責任確保按時完成所有任務。
248. owe sth to sb 歸功於某人;欠某人某物 I owe my career success to the mentorship of my former supervisor. 我將職業生涯的成功歸功於前任主管的指導。
249. retrieve 取回;檢索;恢復 The IT department was able to retrieve most of the data from the crashed server. IT 部門成功地從當機的伺服器中取回了大部分數據。
250. overheard 無意中聽到 I accidentally overheard a conversation about the upcoming management changes. 我不小心聽到了一段關於即將到來的管理階層變動的談話。
251. spare me an hour 撥出一小時給我 Could you please spare me an hour this afternoon to discuss the new proposal? 今天下午能不能請您撥出一小時跟我討論一下新提案?
252. cater to sth 迎合某事物 The new luxury hotel aims to cater to the needs of high-end business travelers. 這家新的豪華飯店旨在迎合高端商務旅客的需求。
253. cater to 迎合;滿足需求 Our services are specifically designed to cater to small and medium-sized enterprises. 我們的服務專為滿足中小企業的需求而設計。
254. curator 館長;策展人 The museum curator spent months organizing the new contemporary art exhibition. 博物館策展人花了數月時間籌劃新的當代藝術展。
255. reserve a spot 預留位置 I'd like to reserve a spot for ten people at your restaurant for next Friday. 我想在下週五為十個人預留貴餐廳的位置。
256. noticeable 顯而易見的;顯著的 There has been a noticeable improvement in his performance since the training. 自從受訓以來,他的表現有了顯著的進步。
257. committee 委員會 The planning committee will meet tomorrow to finalize the details of the conference. 籌備委員會將於明天召開會議,以敲定會議的細節。
258. chilly 寒冷的;冷淡的 The response from the potential investors was somewhat chilly after the presentation. 簡報過後,潛在投資者的反應有些冷淡。
259. pick up 撿起;接送;學會 I'll pick up the client from the airport and take him to his hotel. 我會去機場接客戶,並送他去飯店。
260. draft 草稿;匯票;徵兵 Please review this initial draft of the contract and let me know your thoughts. 請審閱這份合約初稿,並告訴我您的想法。
261. trim 修剪;整理;苗條的 The company had to trim its budget to remain profitable during the downturn. 為了在經濟衰退期間保持獲利,公司不得不削減預算。
262. bush 灌木叢 The gardener is busy trimming the bushes around the office building. 園丁正忙著修剪辦公大樓周圍的灌木叢。
263. stroll 散步;閒逛 After lunch, many employees take a quick stroll in the nearby park. 午餐後,許多員工會在附近的公園散步。
264. sunbathe 日光浴 During their vacation, they spent most of their time sunbathing on the beach. 度假期間,他們大部分時間都在海灘上曬太陽。
265. sunbath 日光浴 Taking a sunbath can be relaxing, but it's important to use sunscreen. 進行日光浴可以讓人放鬆,但使用防曬乳很重要。
266. receiver 接收器;話筒;聽筒 Please pick up the receiver and dial the number to start the call. 請拿起話筒並撥號開始通話。
267. pace around 踱來踱去 He began to pace around the room while waiting for the important phone call. 在等待重要電話時,他開始在房間裡踱來踱去。
268. pacing 踱步;步調 The pacing of the presentation was perfect, keeping the audience engaged throughout. 簡報的節奏掌握得很好,讓聽眾全程投入。
269. clap 拍手;鼓掌 The audience began to clap enthusi團 at the end of the virtuoso's performance. 在大師演出結束後,觀眾開始熱烈鼓掌。
270. praise 讚美;稱讚 The manager was quick to praise the team for their hard work on the project. 經理迅速稱讚了團隊在專案上的努力。
271. on the side 兼職;秘密地;作為配菜 He works as a software engineer but teaches guitar on the side. 他是一名軟體工程師,但也在兼職教吉他。
272. get a hold of sb 聯絡某人 I've been trying to get a hold of the sales manager all morning. 我整個早上都在試著聯絡銷售經理。
273. appealing 吸引人的;懇求的 The new user interface is much more visually appealing than the old one. 新的使用者介面在視覺上比舊版更具吸引力。
274. unappealing 不吸引人的;無趣的 The gray and windowless office was quite unappealing to the new recruits. 灰色且沒有窗戶的辦公室對新進員工來說相當沒有吸引力。
275. giveaway 贈品;洩露秘密 The company is offering a free tote bag as a giveaway for the first 100 customers. 公司為前 100 名顧客提供免費的手提袋作為贈品。
276. convener 召集人 As the convener of the meeting, she was responsible for setting the agenda. 作為會議召集人,她負責制定議程。
277. decennial 十年一度的 The city is preparing for its decennial celebration of its founding. 該市正在籌備建市十週年的慶祝活動。
278. quadrennial 四年一度的 The Olympic Games are a quadrennial event that attracts athletes from around the world. 奧運會是每四年一度的盛事,吸引了世界各地的運動員。
279. triennial 三年一度的 The conference is a triennial gathering of industry experts and researchers. 該會議是每三年一度的產業專家和研究人員聚會。
280. biennial 兩年一度的 The Venice Biennale is one of the most famous biennial art exhibitions in the world. 威尼斯雙年展是世界上最著名的兩年一度藝術展之一。
281. folk music 民謠;民間音樂 The festival features a wide range of folk music from different cultures. 該藝術節展示了來自不同文化的各種民謠。
282. premier 總理;首要的;最早的 The brand is considered the premier provider of luxury travel services. 該品牌被認為是奢侈旅遊服務的首要提供者。
283. be into 著迷於;熱衷於 She's really into photography and spends all her weekends taking pictures. 她非常著迷於攝影,週末都在拍照。
284. exquisite 精緻的;細膩的 The hotel lobby features exquisite decorations and high-end furniture. 飯店大廳擁有精緻的裝飾和高端傢俱。
285. fillet steak 菲力牛排 For his birthday dinner, he treated himself to a high-quality fillet steak. 為了慶祝生日,他請自己吃了一份高品質的菲力牛排。
286. beef mince 牛絞肉 You can use beef mince to make hamburgers, meatballs, or pasta sauce. 您可以使用牛絞肉來製作漢堡、肉丸或義大利麵醬。
287. mince 絞肉;切碎 The recipe calls for two onions, finely minced before being sautéed. 食譜要求將兩個洋蔥切碎後再拌炒。
288. fillet 去骨肉片;切片 The chef carefully filleted the fish before preparing the main course. 廚師在準備主菜前仔細地將魚切成片。
289. mix-up 混亂;弄混 There was a mix-up at the warehouse, and the wrong items were shipped. 倉庫發生了混亂,導致寄錯了商品。
290. venue 場地;地點 We are still looking for a suitable venue for the company's annual party. 我們仍在尋找適合舉辦公司年度派對的場地。
291. be due back 預計返回 The CEO is currently on a business trip and is due back in the office on Monday. 執行長目前正在出差,預計週一回到辦公室。
292. complication 併發症;複雜化;糾紛 The unexpected technical complication delayed the product launch by a week. 突如其來的技術複雜問題使產品發表推遲了一週。
293. make a trip to 去...旅行;去一趟 I need to make a trip to the post office to send these documents. 我需要去一趟郵局寄這些文件。
294. be aware of 意識到;知道 All employees should be aware of the new safety regulations in the factory. 所有員工都應該意識到工廠新的安全法規。
295. sizzle 發出滋滋聲;極熱 The steak began to sizzle as soon as it touched the hot grill. 牛排一接觸熱烤架就開始發出滋滋聲。
296. call off 取消 The outdoor event was called off due to the prediction of severe thunderstorms. 由於預測有嚴重雷雨,戶外活動被取消了。
297. notch 刻痕;等級;凹口 The company's credit rating was raised one notch by the rating agency. 該公司的信用評等被評等機構提高了一個等級。
298. get a hold of 聯繫上;拿到;掌握 It's difficult to get a hold of fresh ingredients during the winter months. 在冬季很難買到(掌握)新鮮的食材。
299. recall 回想;召回 The automobile manufacturer had to recall thousands of cars due to a safety defect. 由於安全缺陷,汽車製造商不得不召回數千輛汽車。
300. parasol 陽傘 Many guests used parasols to shade themselves from the bright afternoon sun. 許多賓客使用陽傘來遮擋午後明亮的陽光。
301. assemble 組裝;集合 The new employees were asked to assemble in the main conference room for orientation. 新員工被要求在主會議室集合進行職前訓練。
302. guide 嚮導;指南;引導 This handbook will serve as a guide for all new staff members during their first week. 這本手冊將作為所有新員工第一週的指南。
303. dermatitis 皮膚炎 Prolonged exposure to certain chemicals in the factory can cause severe dermatitis. 長期接觸工廠中的某些化學物質可能會導致嚴重的皮膚炎。
304. adhesive 黏著劑;有黏性的 The industrial-strength adhesive is designed to bond metal and plastic surfaces. 這種工業強度的黏著劑旨在黏合金屬和塑料表面。
305. hock 蹄飛節;典當 He had to hock his watch to pay for his travel expenses back home. 他不得不典當他的手錶來支付回家的旅費。
306. mediocre 平庸的;普通的 The critics gave the movie a mediocre review, stating it lacked originality. 影評人給這部電影的評價平平,稱其缺乏原創性。
307. stripe 條紋 The company's new uniform features a subtle blue stripe on the collar. 公司的新制服衣領上帶有細微的藍色條紋。
308. strip 剝去;脫衣;條狀物 The technician had to strip the wires before connecting them to the power source. 技術人員在將電線連接到電源之前必須先剝去絕緣皮。
309. scold 責罵 The supervisor had to scold the employee for making a series of careless mistakes. 主管不得不因員工犯下一系列粗心的錯誤而責備他。
310. decree 法令;判決;頒布 The government issued a new decree regarding the use of renewable energy. 政府頒布了關於使用再生能源的新法令。
311. side chick 情婦(俗語) The term is often used in informal contexts to refer to a person in an extramarital affair. 這個詞常用於非正式場合,指婚外情對象。
312. chick 小雞;年輕女子(俗語) In informal English, "chick" is sometimes used to refer to a young woman. 在非正式英語中,「chick」有時用來指年輕女子。
313. collective memory 集體記憶 The historic building is an important part of the city's collective memory. 這座歷史建築是城市集體記憶的重要組成部分。
314. embark 著手;登船 The company is about to embark on its most ambitious project yet. 該公司即將著手進行迄今為止最雄心勃勃的計畫。
315. southernmost 最南端的 The research station is located at the southernmost tip of the continent. 該研究站位於大陸的最南端。
316. pristine 原始的;嶄新的;純淨的 The beach was still in pristine condition, with white sand and crystal clear water. 海灘仍保持著原始狀態,有著白沙和清澈透明的海水。
317. aura 氣場;氛圍;光環 The luxury spa has a calm and relaxing aura that immediately puts guests at ease. 這家豪華水療中心有一種寧靜放鬆的氛圍,讓賓客立即感到自在。
318. sluggish 遲緩的;懶散的;蕭條的 Sales have been sluggish this quarter due to the downturn in the economy. 由於經濟衰退,本季銷售一直停滯不前。
319. allocation 分配;配置 The management decided to increase the budget allocation for research and development. 管理層決定增加研發部門的預算分配。
320. commence 開始 The meeting will commence promptly at 9:00 AM in the executive boardroom. 會議將於上午 9:00 在主管董事會會議室準時開始。
321. conclude 總結;推斷;結束 We can conclude from the data that the new marketing strategy is working. 從數據中我們可以得出結論,新的行銷策略正在發揮作用。
322. postulate 假設;假定 Scientists postulate that there may be liquid water beneath the surface of the moon. 科學家假設月球表面下方可能存在液態水。
323. navigate 導航;航行;瀏覽 The new website is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate. 新網站旨在對使用者友好且易於瀏覽。
324. redundant 多餘的;被裁員的;累贅的 Following the merger, several hundred positions in the back office became redundant. 合併後,後勤部門的數百個職位變得多餘(被裁員)。
325. tentative 暫時的;試驗性的;猶豫的 We have reached a tentative agreement, pending final approval from the board. 我們已達成一項初步協議,尚待董事會最終批准。
326. abysmal 糟透的;深淵的 The company's customer service rating has dropped to an abysmal level recently. 該公司的客戶服務評分最近已跌至糟糕透頂的水平。
327. demographic 人口統計的;人口結構 The survey collected information on the age, gender, and income demographic of the customers. 該調查收集了關於顧客年齡、性別和收入等人口統計結構的資訊。
328. extrapolation 推斷;外推法 Using extrapolation from current trends, we predict that sales will double next year. 根據當前趨勢的推斷,我們預測明年銷售額將翻倍。
329. hype 大肆宣傳;炒作 There has been a lot of hype surrounding the launch of the new electric car. 圍繞著新款電動車的上市,一直有大量的大肆宣傳。
330. used to 過去習慣於 She used to work as a consultant before joining our firm as a full-time manager. 在作為全職經理加入我們公司之前,她曾擔任顧問。
331. moron 笨蛋;低能兒 Calling someone a moron is considered very rude and unprofessional in the workplace. 在職場中稱呼某人為笨蛋被認為是非常無禮且不專業的行為。
332. flopping 撲通落下;失敗 The movie was a complete disappointment, flopping at the box office on its first weekend. 這部電影完全令人失望,在首週末的票房就慘遭失敗。
333. flounder 掙扎;陷入困境 Without a clear strategy, the company began to flounder in the competitive market. 在沒有明確策略的情況下,公司開始在競爭激烈的市場中掙扎。
334. phantom 幻影;幽靈 The detective was chasing a phantom suspect who seemed to disappear into thin air. 偵探正在追捕一名似乎消失在空氣中的幻影嫌疑人。
335. disparity 差異;不平等 There is still a significant disparity between the wages of male and female workers. 男女性員工的工資之間仍然存在顯著差異。
336. extrapolate 推斷;外推 It is difficult to extrapolate future sales figures from such limited data. 很難從如此有限的數據中推斷未來的銷售數據。
337. drift 漂流;漂移;趨勢 There has been a noticeable drift toward online shopping among younger consumers. 在年輕消費者中,出現了明顯轉向網購的趨勢。
338. triviality 瑣事;平凡 The manager shouldn't waste time on trivialities and focus on the big picture. 經理不應該在瑣事上浪費時間,而應專注於大局。
339. vitriolic 尖酸刻薄的;硫酸的 The critic's vitriolic review caused a lot of controversy in the literary world. 評論家尖酸刻薄的評論在文學界引起了很大的爭議。
340. be ashamed of oneself 感到羞愧 He should be ashamed of himself for taking credit for his colleague's hard work. 他應該為自己搶走同事努力工作的功勞而感到羞愧。
341. perceive 察覺;感知;認為 How customers perceive our brand is crucial to our long-term success. 顧客如何看待(感知)我們的品牌對我們的長期成功至關重要。
342. dictate 命令;口述;支配 The CEO tends to dictate policy rather than consulting with his senior managers. 執行長傾向於直接命令政策,而不是諮詢高階經理。
343. stance 立場;姿態 The company has taken a strong stance against any form of workplace discrimination. 公司對任何形式的職場歧視都採取了強硬立場。
344. pronoun 代名詞 Using correct pronouns is an important part of creating an inclusive workplace. 使用正確的代名詞是建立包容性職場的重要組成部分。
345. worship 崇拜;禮拜 Many ancient cultures built magnificent temples to worship their gods. 許多古代文明建造了宏偉的寺廟來崇拜他們的神。
346. parasite 寄生蟲 In a healthy business relationship, neither party should act as a parasite on the other. 在健康的商業關係中,雙方都不應該充當對方的寄生蟲。
347. insecticide 殺蟲劑 The farmer used a natural insecticide to protect his crops from pests. 農民使用天然殺蟲劑來保護他的農作物免受害蟲侵害。
348. ideology 意識形態 Political ideologies can have a significant impact on economic policies. 政治意識形態可能對經濟政策產生重大影響。
349. be held accountable for 對...負有責任 Every employee will be held accountable for the safety of their workspace. 每位員工都將對其工作空間的安全負有責任。
350. hold accountable 追究責任;使負責 We must hold the contractors accountable for the delays in the project. 我們必須追究承包商對專案延誤的責任。
351. held accountable by law 負法律責任 Company directors can be held accountable by law for any financial misconduct. 公司董事可能因任何財務失當行為而負法律責任。
352. ratchet 棘輪;逐步增加 The company decided to ratchet up its production to meet the growing demand. 公司決定逐步增加產量以滿足不斷增長的需求。
353. ghetto 貧民窟 The city government is implementing programs to revitalize former ghetto areas. 市政府正在實施計畫,以振興以前的貧民窟地區。
354. tell off 斥責 The manager had to tell off the staff for leaving the office lights on all night. 經理不得不斥責員工讓辦公室燈亮了一整夜。
355. curtail 縮減;削減 To stay within budget, we need to curtail our spending on non-essential items. 為了保持在預算內,我們需要削減非必需品的支出。
356. withstand 抵擋;禁得起 The new building was designed to withstand strong winds and earthquakes. 新大樓的設計旨在抵禦強風和地震。
357. bear 忍受;承擔 The company will bear the full cost of the employee's relocation expenses. 公司將承擔員工搬遷費用的全部成本。
358. carpool 共乘;拼車 Many employees carpool to work to save money and reduce their carbon footprint. 許多員工共乘上班以節省金錢並減少碳足跡。
359. slash price 削價;大減價 The retailer decided to slash prices by 50% to clear out old inventory. 零售商決定降價 50% 以清理舊庫存。
360. staircase 樓梯 The grand staircase in the hotel lobby is a popular spot for guests to take photos. 飯店大廳的大樓梯是賓客拍照的熱門景點。
361. credit 信用;學分;功勞 You should give credit to your team for their hard work on this project. 你應該將這個專案的功勞歸功於你的團隊的努力。
362. criminate 定罪;歸罪 The evidence was not strong enough to criminate the suspect in the theft case. 證據不足以在這起竊盜案中定罪嫌疑人。
363. discriminate 歧視;區別 It is illegal to discriminate against anyone based on their age, gender, or race. 根據年齡、性別或種族歧視任何人都是違法的。
364. rob 搶劫 The bank was robbed in broad daylight, causing panic among the customers. 銀行在光天化日之下遭到搶劫,引起顧客恐慌。
365. pump up 打氣;激勵 The CEO gave an inspiring speech to pump up the morale of the entire company. 執行長發表了激勵人心的演講,以提振全公司的士氣。
366. morale 士氣 Low employee morale can lead to decreased productivity and higher turnover. 員工士氣低落可能導致生產力下降和人員流動率增加。
367. make out 辨識;親熱;理解 It was difficult to make out the fine print on the bottom of the contract. 很難看清合約底部的小字。
368. drop by 順道拜訪 Please feel free to drop by my office if you have any questions about the report. 如果您對報告有任何問題,請隨時順道來我辦公室。
369. drop in 順道拜訪 Our former CEO occasionally drops in to see how the company is doing. 我們的前任執行長偶爾會順道來看看公司的狀況。
370. be packed with 擠滿;充滿 The conference room was packed with people eager to hear the keynote speech. 會議室裡擠滿了渴望聆聽主旨演講的人。
371. packed 擁擠的;打包好的 The suitcase was already packed and ready for her business trip to London. 手提箱已經打包好,準備好去倫敦出差了。
372. full house 客滿 The charity gala was a huge success, with a full house and record donations. 慈善晚會非常成功,客滿且捐款創下紀錄。
373. disregard 忽視;不理會 You can disregard the previous email as the meeting time has changed again. 您可以不必理會上一封電子郵件,因為會議時間又更改了。
374. reluctant 不情願的;勉強的 He was reluctant to share his ideas during the brainstorming session. 他在腦力激盪會議中不情願分享自己的想法。
375. put sb down 貶低某人;放下某人 A good manager should never put their employees down in front of others. 一位優秀的經理絕不應該在他人面前貶低員工。
376. suit oneself 隨便你;自便 If you don't want to attend the optional workshop, you can suit yourself. 如果您不想參加自選工作坊,可以隨便您。
377. in person 親自;本人 The CEO decided to meet with the client in person to finalize the contract. 執行長決定親自與客戶會面以敲定合約。
378. look after 照顧 My assistant will look after my emails while I am away on vacation. 當我休假不在時,我的助理會負責處理我的電子郵件。
379. tax break 稅收減免 The government is offering tax breaks to companies that invest in green technology. 政府正在為投資綠色技術的公司提供稅收減免。
380. head over 前往 We should head over to the airport now if we want to catch our flight. 如果我們想趕上飛機,現在就應該前往機場。
381. sportswear 運動服 The company specializes in designing high-performance sportswear for athletes. 該公司專門為運動員設計高效能運動服。
382. neatly 整潔地 Please ensure that all your files are organized neatly in the shared folder. 請確保您所有的檔案都整齊地組織在共享資料夾中。
383. rowing 划船 Rowing is an excellent exercise that works out almost every muscle in the body. 划船是一項極好的運動,幾乎可以鍛鍊全身的每一塊肌肉。
384. illegible 難以辨認的(字跡) Her handwriting was so illegible that I couldn't read her notes from the meeting. 她的字跡非常難以辨認,我看不懂她會議上的筆記。
385. legit 合法的;正統的;厲害的(口語) The company's business model is completely legit and follows all regulations. 公司的商業模式完全合法且遵守所有規定。
386. conjunction 連接詞;結合 The marketing campaign was launched in conjunction with the product debut. 行銷活動與產品首秀結合推出。
387. pull out 拔出;退出;駛離 The investor decided to pull out of the project after seeing the financial risks. 投資者在看到財務風險後決定退出該專案。
388. in conjunction with 與...連結;與...協力 We are working in conjunction with a local NGO to improve education in the area. 我們正與當地非政府組織合作,以改善該地區的教育。
389. pull over 靠邊停車 The police officer signaled the driver to pull over for a routine check. 警察示意駕駛靠邊停車進行例行檢查。
390. cater to the need of 滿足...的需求 Our software is specifically designed to cater to the needs of financial analysts. 我們的軟體專為滿足財務分析師的需求而設計。
391. anxious 焦慮的;渴望的 Many employees were anxious about the rumors of upcoming budget cuts. 許多員工對即將削減預算的傳聞感到焦慮。
392. be anxious about 為...感到焦慮 She was anxious about her presentation to the board of directors. 她對向董事會進行的簡報感到焦慮。
393. come across 偶然遇見;被理解 I came across an interesting article about the future of remote work. 我偶然發現了一篇關於遠距工作未來發展的有趣文章。
394. direct 直接的;指導;導演 Please direct any questions about the new policy to the HR department. 請將任何關於新政策的問題直接向人力資源部反映。
395. interest in 對...的興趣 There has been a significant increase in interest in sustainable energy lately. 最近對永續能源的興趣顯著增加。
396. remainder 剩餘物;餘數 The remainder of the meeting will be spent discussing the marketing budget. 會議剩餘的時間將用來討論行銷預算。
397. reminder 提醒;提示信 This email is a friendly reminder that the report is due by Friday afternoon. 這封電子郵件是一個友善的提醒,報告應在週五下午前提交。
398. inherently 本質上地;天生地 Investing in the stock market is inherently risky, even for experienced investors. 即使對於經驗豐富的投資者來說,投資股市本質上也是有風險的。
399. preserve 保存;維護;保護區 The project aims to preserve the historic architecture of the old downtown area. 該計畫旨在維護舊市區的歷史建築。
400. premise 前提;假設;房產 The company is moving to a larger premise to accommodate its growing staff. 公司正在搬遷至更大的房產(辦公地點),以容納不斷增加的員工。
401. obvious 明顯的 It was obvious that the sales team had worked very hard to exceed their targets. 顯而易見,銷售團隊為了超越目標付出了巨大的努力。
402. vivid 生動的;鮮豔的 The consultant gave a vivid description of the potential benefits of the merger. 顧問對合併的潛在效益進行了生動的描述。
403. sufficient 足夠的;充足的 We need to ensure that we have sufficient funds to cover the project's initial costs. 我們需要確保有足夠的資金來支付專案的初期成本。
404. self-explanatory 不言自明的 The user interface is so intuitive that most of the features are self-explanatory. 使用者介面非常直觀,大部分功能都不言自明。
405. irresistible 不可抗拒的 The company's offer was so attractive that it proved irresistible to the candidate. 公司提供的條件非常誘人,對該候選人來說簡直不可抗拒。
406. superior 優越的;上級的;上司 Our new product offers superior performance compared to anything else on the market. 與市場上其他產品相比,我們的新產品具有更優越的性能。
407. inferior 劣等的;下級的;部下 The manager treats his inferiors with respect and encourages their professional growth. 經理尊重他的下屬,並鼓勵他們的專業成長。
408. unprecedented 史無前例的 The tech industry is currently experiencing an unprecedented period of rapid growth. 科技產業目前正經歷一個史無前例的快速成長期。
409. substantially 實質上;相當多地 The cost of raw materials has increased substantially over the past six months. 原物料成本在過去六個月中實質上大幅增加。
410. oblivious 遺忘的;未察覺的 He seemed completely oblivious to the fact that his colleagues were frustrated. 他似乎完全沒有察覺到同事們感到挫折的事實。
411. legitimate 合法的;正當的 The employee had a legitimate reason for requesting an extension on the deadline. 員工對於要求延長截止日期有正當的理由。
412. ingenious 巧妙的;獨創的 The engineering team came up with an ingenious solution to the power supply issue. 工程團隊想出了一個巧妙的解決方案來處理電源供應問題。
413. in light of 鑒於;考慮到 In light of recent events, we have decided to review our security procedures. 鑒於最近發生的事件,我們決定審查我們的安全程序。
414. farfetched 牽強的 The idea that we could double our sales in one month seemed a bit farfetched. 一個月內銷售額翻倍的想法似乎有點牽強。
415. exceptional 例外的;傑出的 The candidate has shown exceptional leadership skills throughout his career. 該候選人在整個職業生涯中展現了傑出的領導才能。
416. dreadful 可怕的;糟糕的 The weather during the outdoor corporate event was absolutely dreadful. 戶外企業活動期間的天氣簡直糟糕透頂。
417. absurd 荒謬的 It is absurd to suggest that the project can be finished without more resources. 建議在沒有更多資源的情況下完成專案是荒謬的。
418. speculate 推測;投機 Analysts continue to speculate about which company will be the next acquisition target. 分析師繼續推測哪家公司將成為下一個收購目標。
419. submit 提交;屈服 Please ensure that you submit your expense report by the end of the day. 請確保在今天結束前提交您的報支報告。
420. merit 優點;功績;價值 The proposal has several merits, but we need to consider the potential costs as well. 該提案有幾個優點,但我們也需要考慮潛在的成本。
421. incentive 誘因;獎勵 The company offers a generous performance bonus as an incentive for its sales staff. 公司提供優渥的績效獎金作為銷售人員的獎勵。
422. undertake 承擔;著手做;承諾 The firm has agreed to undertake a comprehensive audit of its financial records. 該公司已同意對其財務紀錄進行全面審計。
423. undertaker 殯葬業者 The profession of an undertaker requires great sensitivity and professionalism. 殯葬業者的職業需要極大的感同身受和專業精神。
424. reassure 使安心;再保證 The CEO spoke to the employees to reassure them that there would be no layoffs. 執行長向員工發表講話,讓他們安心不會有裁員。
425. endeavor 努力;力圖 We will endeavor to provide the best possible service to all of our clients. 我們將努力為所有客戶提供最好的服務。
426. call waiting 電話插播 If I am on another line, the call waiting feature will alert me to your call. 如果我正在通話中,電話插播功能會提醒我您來電。
427. assumption 假設;擔任 Our marketing strategy is based on the assumption that the economy will improve. 我們的行銷策略是基於經濟將會改善的假設。
428. startle 使受驚;嚇一跳 The sudden sound of the fire alarm startled everyone in the office building. 突然響起的火災警報聲嚇到了辦公大樓裡的每個人。
429. provoke 挑釁;激起 The manager's comments were not intended to provoke an argument. 經理的評論並非意在激起爭論。
430. instinct 本能;直覺 Sometimes you have to trust your professional instinct when making tough decisions. 在做出艱難決定時,有時你必須相信你的專業直覺。
431. hideous 醜陋的;可怕的 The decor in the old office was described by the staff as absolutely hideous. 舊辦公室的裝飾被員工形容為醜陋至極。
432. fondness 喜愛;鍾愛 He always spoke with great fondness about his first job as a junior clerk. 他談到自己第一份作為初級辦事員的工作時總是充滿喜愛。
433. entice 引誘;誘惑 The company uses generous benefits packages to entice top talent to join. 公司使用優渥的福利方案來吸引頂尖人才加入。
434. despair 絕望 Many small business owners felt a sense of despair during the prolonged lockdown. 許多小企業主在長期的封鎖期間感到絕望。
435. contentment 滿足;知足 True career contentment comes from finding work that is both challenging and rewarding. 真正的職業滿足感來自於找到既具挑戰性又有回報的工作。
436. tranquility 寧靜;平靜 The mountain resort offers a sense of tranquility that is hard to find in the city. 山區度假勝地提供了一種在城市中難以找到的寧靜感。
437. repulsive 令人厭惡的;排斥的 The odor from the nearby chemical plant was quite repulsive to the local residents. 附近化學工廠傳來的氣味讓當地居民感到非常厭惡。
438. prejudice 偏見 The company has a zero-tolerance policy regarding any form of racial prejudice. 公司對任何形式的種族偏見都採取零容忍政策。
439. affection 喜愛;情感 She has a deep affection for the company where she has worked for over twenty years. 她對這家工作了二十多年的公司有著深厚的情感。
440. affectation 做作;矯飾 His use of complex legal jargon seemed like an unnecessary affectation. 他使用複雜的法律術語看起來像是一種不必要的矯揉造作。
441. impartial 公正的;不偏不倚的 We need an impartial observer to review the dispute between the two departments. 我們需要一位公正的觀察員來審查這兩個部門之間的爭議。
442. juror 陪審員 The juror listened carefully to all the evidence presented during the trial. 陪審員仔細聆聽了審判期間提出的所有證據。
443. gloomy 陰沉的;憂鬱的 The economic outlook remains gloomy as long as interest rates stay high. 只要利率維持在高位,經濟前景就依然陰沉。
444. esteem 尊重;評價 He is held in high esteem by his colleagues for his honesty and integrity. 他因誠實正直而深受同事們的推崇。
445. distress 痛苦;悲痛;危難 The company's financial distress was caused by a series of bad investments. 公司的財務困境是由一系列糟糕的投資引起的。
446. detest 厭惡;憎恨 Most employees detest having to attend long and unproductive meetings. 大多數員工都厭惡參加漫長且沒有效率的會議。
447. participate 參加;參與 We encourage all staff members to participate in the upcoming training workshop. 我們鼓勵所有員工參加即將舉行的培訓工作坊。
448. anticipate 預期;期望 We anticipate that the new product will be a major success in the international market. 我們預期新產品在國際市場上將取得巨大成功。
449. defection 叛逃;變節 The competitor's sudden growth was fueled by the defection of several key managers. 競爭對手的突然成長是由於幾位關鍵經理的跳槽所帶動的。
450. infection 感染;傳染病 Proper hygiene in the office can help prevent the spread of viral infections. 辦公室適當的衛生有助於防止病毒感染的傳播。
451. porch 門廊;玄關 Many houses in the neighborhood have a small porch where people can sit and relax. 鄰近地區的許多房子都有一個小門廊,人們可以坐在那裡放鬆。
452. loan shark 高利貸者 You should avoid borrowing money from a loan shark, as the interest rates are illegal. 您應該避免向高利貸者借錢,因為他們的利率是違法的。
453. laundromat 自助洗衣店 He usually goes to the local laundromat on Sunday mornings to do his laundry. 他通常在週日上午去當地的自助洗衣店洗衣服。
454. furniture 傢俱 The company decided to replace all the old office furniture with ergonomic designs. 公司決定將所有舊的辦公傢俱更換為人體工學設計。
455. furnishings 室內陳設;傢俱織品 The interior designer chose high-quality furnishings to create a professional look. 室內設計師選擇了高品質的室內陳設,以營造專業的形象。
456. plumbing 水管工程;管線系統 We need to call a professional to fix the plumbing issues in the office restroom. 我們需要請專業人士來修理辦公室洗手間的管線問題。
457. ornament 裝飾品 The lobby was decorated with several beautiful ornaments for the holiday season. 大廳裝飾了幾件精美的節日裝飾品。
458. mortgage 抵押貸款;房貸 Many young couples struggle to pay their monthly mortgage payments. 許多年輕夫婦都在為支付每月的房貸而掙扎。
459. mattress 床墊 A high-quality mattress is essential for getting a good night's sleep. 高品質的床墊對於獲得良好的睡眠至關重要。
460. garbage disposal 垃圾處理機 Make sure not to put any hard objects into the kitchen's garbage disposal. 確保不要將任何硬物放入廚房的垃圾處理機中。
461. burglar 竊賊 The office installed a new security system to protect against potential burglars. 辦公室安裝了新的安全系統以防範潛在的竊賊。
462. purification 淨化;提純 The factory uses a complex purification process to ensure the water is safe for use. 工廠使用複雜的淨化程序以確保水可以安全使用。
463. pharmaceutical 製藥的;藥物 The pharmaceutical company is investing heavily in the development of new vaccines. 這家製藥公司正投入巨資開發新疫苗。
464. organ donor 器官捐贈者 You can register to be an organ donor when you renew your driver's license. 您在更換駕照時可以登記成為器官捐贈者。
465. liable 負有責任的;易於...的 Under the terms of the contract, the company is liable for any damages to the goods. 根據合約條款,公司對貨物的任何損壞負有責任。
466. intensive care unit 加護病房 (ICU) The patient was moved to the intensive care unit for closer monitoring. 病人被移至加護病房以便更密切地監測。
467. indemnity 賠償;補償金;豁免 The insurance policy provides indemnity against any losses caused by fire or theft. 該保單針對火災或竊盜造成的任何損失提供補償。
468. handicap 障礙;不利條件;讓分 The company is committed to providing equal opportunities for people with handicaps. 公司致力於為身心障礙人士提供平等的機會。
469. excruciating 極其痛苦的;難以忍受的 He described the pain in his back as excruciating and constant. 他形容背部的疼痛是極其痛苦且持續不斷的。
470. outpatient 門診病患 Many surgeries that used to require a hospital stay are now done as outpatient procedures. 許多以前需要住院的手術現在都已改為門診程序。
471. inpatient 住院病患 The hospital provides around-the-clock care for all of its inpatients. 醫院為其所有住院病患提供全天候的照護。
472. smallpox 天花 Smallpox was once a deadly disease, but it has now been completely eradicated. 天花曾是一種致命疾病,但現在已被完全根除。
473. general hospital 綜合醫院 The city's general hospital provides a wide range of medical services to the public. 該市的綜合醫院為大眾提供廣泛的醫療服務。
474. collision 碰撞;衝突 The two departments had a major collision over the new budget allocation. 這兩個部門在新的預算分配上發生了重大衝突。
475. contagious 接觸傳染的;有感染力的 The new virus is highly contagious and spreads rapidly in crowded places. 這種新病毒具有高度傳染性,在擁擠場所傳播迅速。
476. alleviate 減輕;緩和 The new software was designed to alleviate the workload of the accounting team. 該新軟體旨在減輕會計團隊的工作量。
477. tournament 錦標賽;聯賽 The company is sponsoring a local golf tournament to raise money for charity. 公司正在贊助一場當地的足球錦標賽,以為慈善事業籌款。
478. runner-up 亞軍 Although they didn't win the grand prize, they were proud to be the runner-up. 雖然他們沒有贏得大獎,但他們為獲得亞軍感到自豪。
479. pastime 消遣;娛樂 Gardening is a popular pastime for many people who enjoy being outdoors. 對於許多喜歡戶外活動的人來說,園藝是一項受歡迎的消遣。
480. forfeit 喪失;沒收;罰金 If you cancel the contract now, you will have to forfeit your initial deposit. 如果您現在取消合約,您將不得不沒收初始押金。
481. combative 好鬥的 The two candidates engaged in a combative debate over economic policy. 兩位候選人在經濟政策上進行了一場好鬥的辯論。
482. billiard 撞球的 The office breakout room has a billiard table where employees can relax. 辦公室休息室有一張撞球桌,員工可以在那裡放鬆。
483. usher 引座員;接待員;引導 The usher led us to our seats just as the performance was about to begin. 接待員在演出即將開始時帶領我們就座。
484. stadium 體育場 The new stadium is large enough to hold over fifty thousand spectators. 新體育場大到足以容納超過五萬名觀眾。
485. expedition 遠征;探險隊 The scientific expedition spent several months studying the wildlife in the rainforest. 科學探險隊花了幾個月的時間研究熱帶雨林中的野生動物。
486. rigorous 嚴格的;嚴密的 All new products must undergo rigorous testing before they are released to the market. 所有新產品在投放市場前都必須經過嚴格的測試。
487. rigor 嚴格;嚴酷 The project was managed with great rigor to ensure that all deadlines were met. 該專案管理得非常嚴密,以確保按時完成所有任務。
488. mountaineering 登山運動 Mountaineering requires a high level of physical fitness and specialized equipment. 登山運動需要高水準的體能和專業設備。
489. aerobics 有氧運動 The gym offers several different aerobics classes for members of all fitness levels. 健身房為各種體能水平的會員提供幾種不同的有氧運動課程。
490. violin 小提琴 She has been playing the violin since she was five years old and is now a professional. 她從五歲開始拉小提琴,現在已經是一名專業樂師。
491. stunt 特技;噱頭;阻礙成長 The marketing stunt generated a lot of publicity for the new brand. 這次行銷噱頭為新品牌贏得了大量的宣傳。
492. playwright 劇作家 The famous playwright is currently working on a new drama for the national theater. 這位著名的劇作家目前正在為國家劇院創作一部新劇。
493. finale 結局;終曲 The concert ended with a spectacular finale featuring all the performers. 音樂會在所有表演者共同參與的壯觀終曲中結束。
494. editorial 社論;編輯的 The newspaper's editorial criticized the government's handling of the crisis. 報紙的社論批評了政府對危機的處理方式。
495. curtain call 謝幕 The actors returned to the stage for a final curtain call as the audience cheered. 在觀眾的歡呼聲中,演員們回到舞台進行最後的謝幕。
496. chore 雜務;家事 Taking out the garbage is one of the daily chores that he dislikes the most. 倒垃圾是他最不喜歡的日常雜務之一。
497. choreography 編舞 The dance performance was praised for its innovative and complex choreography. 這場舞蹈表演因其創新且複雜的編舞而受到稱讚。
498. ticket office 售票處 You can purchase tickets for the show at the ticket office or online. 您可以在售票處或上網購買該演出的門票。
499. premiere 首映;首演 Many celebrities attended the world premiere of the highly anticipated movie. 許多名人參加了這部備受期待電影的世界首映。
500. conductor 指揮;車長;導體 The world-renowned conductor led the orchestra through a moving performance. 這位世界知名的指揮帶領管弦樂團進行了一場動人的演出。
501. amuse 使娛樂;逗樂 The magician's tricks were designed to amuse and entertain children of all ages. 魔術師的把戲旨在逗樂並娛樂各個年齡層的兒童。
502. nuisance 討厭的人事物;麻煩 Constant telemarketing calls have become a real nuisance to many people. 不斷的電話推銷已成為許多人眼中真正的麻煩。
503. tertiary 第三的;高等教育的 Tertiary education is becoming increasingly important for career advancement in the tech industry. 在科技產業中,高等教育對於職業晉升變得越來越重要。
504. conventional 傳統的;慣例的 While some prefer modern designs, others still like the conventional style of office furniture. 雖然有些人偏好現代設計,但其他人仍喜歡傳統風格的辦公傢俱。
505. intrude 侵入;打擾 I'm sorry to intrude on your meeting, but there's an urgent phone call for the manager. 很抱歉打擾您的會議,但經理有一通緊急電話。
506. eloquent 雄辯的;有說服力的 The lawyer gave an eloquent defense of his client during the final day of the trial. 律師在審判最後一天為其委託人進行了有說服力的辯護。
507. compliment 讚美;恭維 It's always nice to receive a sincere compliment from a colleague about your work. 收到同事對你工作表現的真誠讚美總是件好事。
508. complimentary 贈送的;讚美的 Guests at the luxury hotel are provided with a complimentary breakfast every morning. 這家豪華飯店的住客每天早晨都可享用贈送的早餐。
509. regard 看待;尊重;問候 He is held in high regard by his peers for his extensive knowledge of international law. 他因其廣博的國際法知識而深受同行尊重。
510. lavish 奢華的;慷慨的;揮霍 The company held a lavish banquet to celebrate its twentieth anniversary. 公司舉辦了一場奢華的宴會來慶祝其成立二十週年。
511. etiquette 禮儀;禮節 Understanding business etiquette is crucial when working with clients from different cultures. 與來自不同文化的客戶合作時,瞭解商務禮儀至關重要。
512. courtesy 禮貌;好意 Always treat your customers with courtesy and respect to build long-term relationships. 始終以禮貌和尊重對待客戶,以建立長期關係。
513. banquet 宴會 The grand ballroom was decorated beautifully for the annual awards banquet. 大宴會廳為了年度頒獎宴會裝飾得非常漂亮。
514. acquaintance 熟人;相識 He's not a close friend, just a business acquaintance I met at a conference last year. 他不是親近的朋友,只是我去年在會議上認識的商務往來對象。
515. spice 香料;情趣 The chef used a unique blend of spices to create the signature dish of the restaurant. 廚師使用獨特的香料組合打造了餐廳的招牌菜。
516. seasoning 調味料 Proper seasoning is the key to bringing out the natural flavors of the ingredients. 適當的調味是帶出食材天然風味的關鍵。
517. preservation 保存;防腐 The museum uses advanced technology for the long-term preservation of ancient artifacts. 博物館使用先進技術來長期保存古代文物。
518. pastry 糕點;酥皮點心 The bakery is famous for its delicious French pastries and fresh bread. 這家麵包店以其美味的法式糕點和新鮮麵包而聞名。
519. parched 乾枯的;焦乾的;極渴的 After hiking for hours in the hot sun, the travelers were absolutely parched. 在烈日下徒步數小時後,旅行者們感到口渴至極。
520. entree 主菜;前菜 For the main entree, I'd like to order the grilled salmon with roasted vegetables. 至於主菜,我想點一份烤鮭魚配烤蔬菜。
521. aperitif 開胃酒 It is common in some cultures to enjoy an aperitif before the evening meal. 在某些文化中,晚餐前享用開胃酒是很普遍的。
522. have difficulty doing sth 做某事有困難 Many small businesses have difficulty competing with large multinational corporations. 許多小企業在與大型跨國公司競爭時有困難。
523. file for bankruptcy 申請破產 Several major retailers were forced to file for bankruptcy during the economic crisis. 幾家大型零售商在經濟危機期間被迫申請破產。
524. at any price 不惜任何代價 The collector was determined to acquire the rare painting at any price. 收藏家決心不惜任何代價取得這幅稀有的畫作。
525. barring 除非;不包括 Barring any unforeseen delays, the project should be completed by the end of the month. 除非有任何不可預見的延誤,否則專案應在月底前完成。
526. specialty 專長;特產;特色 This law firm's specialty is intellectual property and patent litigation. 這家律師事務所的專長是智慧財產權和專利訴訟。
527. quarry 採石場;獵物 The local quarry provides the stone used in many of the city's historic buildings. 當地採石場提供用於該市許多歷史建築的石材。
528. ravenous 飢渴的;貪婪的 After skipping lunch to finish the report, he was absolutely ravenous by dinner time. 為了完成報告而沒吃午餐,他在晚餐時分感到飢餓難耐。
529. pass up 放棄;拒絕 You shouldn't pass up the opportunity to study abroad if you have the chance. 如果有機會,你不應該放棄出國留學的機會。
530. munch 用力咀嚼;大聲吃 I could hear him munching on a bag of potato chips while he was working. 我可以聽到他工作時正在吃著一袋洋蔥圈(或其他零嘴)。
531. honeysuckle 金銀花 The sweet scent of honeysuckle filled the garden on warm summer evenings. 金銀花的甜美香氣在溫暖的夏夜充滿了花園。
532. digest 消化;摘要 The company publishes a monthly digest of all the latest industry news. 公司每月出版一份包含所有最新產業新聞的摘要。
533. delicacy 美食;佳餚;精緻 Shark fin soup is considered a delicacy in some traditional Asian cuisines. 魚翅湯在一些傳統亞洲料理中被視為佳餚。
534. inner man 內在自我;食慾 After a long day of meetings, he was eager to satisfy the inner man with a good meal. 經過一整天的會議,他渴望用一頓美食來滿足食慾。
535. bland 清淡的;乏味的;溫和的 The patient was put on a bland diet to help his digestive system recover. 病人被安排清淡飲食,以幫助他的消化系統恢復。
536. pickpocket 扒手 Travelers are warned to be careful of pickpockets in crowded tourist areas. 提醒旅行者在擁擠的旅遊區要小心扒手。
537. neon sign 霓虹燈招牌 The bright neon signs of the entertainment district can be seen from miles away. 娛樂區明亮的霓虹燈招牌在幾英里外都能看到。
538. bazaar 市集;義賣 We spent the afternoon exploring the colorful stalls of the local bazaar. 我們花了一個下午的時間探索當地市集繽紛的攤位。
539. acrophobia 懼高症 Because of his acrophobia, he refused to go to the observation deck of the skyscraper. 因為懼高症,他拒絕前往摩天大樓的觀景台。
540. jaywalk 違規穿越馬路 You can be fined for jaywalking across a busy city street. 在繁忙的城市街道違規穿越馬路可能會被罰款。
541. convertible 敞篷車;可轉換的 On sunny days, he enjoys driving his convertible with the top down. 在晴朗的日子,他喜歡開著敞篷車並把頂篷打開。
542. concierge 禮賓人員;門房 The hotel concierge was very helpful in booking tickets for the theater. 飯店禮賓人員在預訂劇院門票方面給予了很大的幫助。
543. carry-on 隨身行李 Please make sure your carry-on bag meets the airline's size requirements. 請確保您的隨身行李符合航空公司的尺寸規定。
544. en route 在途中 The shipment of new office chairs is currently en route and should arrive tomorrow. 新辦公椅的貨運目前正在途中,應於明天抵達。
545. legible 清晰易讀的 Please ensure that your signature is clear and legible on all legal documents. 請確保您在所有法律文件上的簽名清晰易讀。
546. composition 作文;作曲;構成 The composition of the board of directors reflects a wide range of industry expertise. 董事會的構成反映了廣泛的產業專業知識。
547. convene 召集;集合;開會 The chairperson will convene a special meeting to discuss the budget deficit. 主席將召集特別會議討論預算赤字。
548. leaflet 傳單 We distributed several hundred leaflets to promote the new store opening. 我們分發了數百張傳單以宣傳新店開幕。
549. cohesive 有凝聚力的 The team's cohesive effort was the main reason for the success of the project. 團隊有凝聚力的努力是專案成功的主要原因。
550. omit 省略;遺漏 Please do not omit any important details when you are writing the report. 撰寫報告時請不要遺漏任何重要細節。
551. terminology 術語 The technical manual is full of complex terminology that is difficult for beginners. 這本技術手冊充滿了對初學者來說很難的複雜術語。
552. thrusting 推進的;猛推 The company is known for its thrusting and aggressive marketing strategies. 該公司以其具有推進力和侵略性的行銷策略著稱。
553. scholarship 獎學金;學識 She was awarded a full scholarship to study international business at the university. 她獲得全額獎學金前往大學攻讀國際商務。
554. voluntary 自願的 Participation in the company's wellness program is entirely voluntary. 參加公司的健康計畫完全是自願的。
555. redundancy 裁員;多餘;冗餘 Due to the economic downturn, several companies were forced to announce redundancies. 由於經濟低迷,幾家公司被迫宣佈裁員。
556. desert 沙漠;拋棄 The village was slowly deserted as people moved to the city in search of work. 隨著人們搬往城市尋找工作,這個村莊慢慢被遺棄了。
557. tomb 墳墓 The ancient Egyptian tombs are a popular destination for tourists from around the world. 古埃及墳墓是世界各地遊客的熱門目的地。
558. dome 圓頂 The capitol building's large white dome can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. 國會大廈巨大的白色圓頂幾乎從城市任何地方都能看到。
559. conform 遵守;符合;從眾 All new buildings must conform to the latest safety and environmental standards. 所有新建築都必須符合最新的安全和環境標準。
560. bedside 床邊 The nurse remained at the patient's bedside throughout the night to monitor his condition. 護士整晚留在病人的床邊監測他的狀況。
561. conduct 行為;引導;導電 The company has a strict code of conduct that all employees must follow. 公司有一套所有員工都必須遵守的嚴格行為準則。
562. be subjected to 遭受;受到 All new products are subjected to rigorous testing before they are approved for sale. 所有新產品在獲准銷售前都會受到嚴格的測試。
563. renowned 著名的 The city is renowned for its historic architecture and beautiful public parks. 這座城市以其歷史建築和美麗的公園而聞名。
564. outgoing 外向的;即將離任的 The outgoing CEO gave a farewell speech to the staff on his last day. 即將離任的執行長在最後一天向員工發表了告別演說。
565. raffle ticket 抽獎券 You can purchase raffle tickets at the entrance to help raise money for the local school. 您可以在入口處購買抽獎券,以幫助為當地學校籌款。
566. raffle 抽獎活動 The company organized a raffle with several great prizes to celebrate the holiday season. 公司舉辦了一次抽獎活動,提供幾項大獎來慶祝節日。
567. spill 灑出;洩漏 Please be careful not to spill any coffee on the important legal documents. 請小心不要將任何咖啡灑在重要的法律文件上。
568. inquiry 詢問;調查 The government has launched a formal inquiry into the causes of the financial crisis. 政府已對金融危機的原因啟動正式調查。
569. waterway 水路;航道 The canal is an important waterway for transporting goods through the region. 這條運河是該地區運輸貨物的重要水道。
570. commentator 評論員;解說員 The sports commentator provided a detailed analysis of the match's key moments. 體育解說員對比賽的關鍵時刻進行了詳細分析。
571. refectory 食堂 The students usually gather in the college refectory for lunch and socializing. 學生通常在學院食堂集合吃午餐並進行社交。
572. alumni 校友 The university organized a networking event for its most successful alumni. 大學為其最成功的校友舉辦了一場人脈建立活動。
573. concern 關心;擔憂;涉及 The management expressed deep concern about the recent decline in employee morale. 管理層對最近員工士氣下降表示深切擔憂。
574. stop by 順道拜訪 Why don't you stop by our booth at the trade fair to learn more about our products? 為什麼不順道來我們在貿易展的攤位瞭解更多關於我們產品的資訊?
575. florist 花店;花商 He ordered a beautiful bouquet of roses from the local florist for his wife's birthday. 他在當地花店訂了一束漂亮的玫瑰花慶祝妻子的生日。
576. come up with 想出;提出 The design team was able to come up with a very innovative solution to the problem. 設計團隊成功地想出了一個非常創新的問題解決方案。
577. starter 開胃菜;發起人 For the starter, we ordered the garlic bread and the seasonal garden salad. 至於開胃菜,我們點了蒜泥麵包和季節性花園沙拉。
578. instructor 講師;教練 The software instructor explained all the new features of the program in detail. 軟體講師詳細解釋了程式的所有新功能。
579. diploma 文憑;學位證書 After four years of hard work, she was proud to finally receive her college diploma. 經過四年的努力,她終於自豪地拿到了大學文憑。
580. psychologist 心理學家 The company hired an industrial psychologist to help improve workplace productivity. 公司聘請了一位工業心理學家來幫助提高職場生產力。
581. ladle 湯勺 The chef used a large silver ladle to serve the soup into the individual bowls. 廚師用一個大銀湯勺將湯盛入各個碗中。
582. look into 調查;觀察 We need to look into the feasibility of expanding our operations into the European market. 我們需要調查將業務擴展到歐洲市場的可行性。
583. came by 得到;路過 She came by some valuable antique furniture while exploring a local flea market. 她在探索當地跳蚤市場時得到了一些有價值的古董傢俱。
584. drank He drank several cups of coffee during the all-night meeting to stay awake. 他在熬夜會議期間喝了幾杯咖啡以保持清醒。
585. miserable 悲慘的;痛苦的 The workers were forced to work in miserable conditions for very low wages. 工人們被迫在悲慘的條件下工作,領取極低的工資。
586. skirt 裙子;邊緣;避開 The politician tried to skirt the difficult questions during the press conference. 這位政治家在記者會上試圖避開困難的問題。
587. be intended for 專為...而設 The new training program is specifically intended for junior employees. 新的培訓計畫是專門為初級員工設計的。
588. botanist 植物學家 The botanist discovered several new species of rare plants in the Amazon rainforest. 這位植物學家在亞馬遜雨林中發現了幾種稀有的新植物物種。
589. distinguished 傑出的;著名的 He has had a distinguished career as a lawyer and a judge for over thirty years. 他作為律師和法官擁有超過三十年卓越的職業生涯。
590. debris 碎片;殘骸 After the explosion, the street was filled with glass and other debris. 爆炸發生後,街道上到處都是玻璃和其他碎屑。
591. advisory 顧問的;諮詢的;公告 The government issued a travel advisory warning citizens about the recent unrest. 政府發佈了旅遊公告,警告公民最近的動亂。
592. rubbish bag 垃圾袋 Please ensure that all rubbish bags are properly tied before being placed in the bin. 請確保所有垃圾袋在放入垃圾桶前都已妥善繫好。
593. conclusion 結論;結束 At the conclusion of the meeting, the chairperson summarized the key decisions. 會議結束時,主席總結了關鍵決策。
594. clips 迴紋針;夾子;片段 Please use these metal clips to keep the documents organized in the file. 請使用這些金屬夾將文件整齊地組織在檔案中。
595. neat 整潔的;靈巧的 Her desk is always neat and tidy, which reflects her organized way of working. 她的桌面總是整潔有序,這反映了她有組織的工作方式。
596. dull 遲鈍的;無聊的;陰暗的 The marketing manager felt that the new ad campaign was a bit dull and uninspired. 行銷經理覺得新的廣告活動有點無聊且缺乏靈感。
597. paycheck 薪水支票;薪資 Most employees receive their monthly paycheck on the last Friday of each month. 大多數員工在每月的最後一個週五領取月薪。
598. payroll 薪資名單;發薪總額 The company's payroll department is responsible for processing all employee salaries. 公司的薪資部門負責處理所有員工的薪水。
599. reception desk 接達櫃台 Please register at the reception desk upon arrival to receive your visitor's badge. 抵達後請在接待櫃台登記,以領取您的訪客證。
600. bill of loading 提單 The bill of lading is a crucial document in international shipping and logistics. 提單是國際運輸和物流中的關鍵文件。
601. come in 進來;到達;流行 The new fall collection is starting to come in at fashion stores across the city. 城市的各大時裝店正開始進貨新的秋季系列。
602. deserted 荒廢的;被遺棄的 The factory has been deserted for years since the manufacturing moved overseas. 自從製造業移往海外後,這座工廠已經荒廢多年。
603. crummy 糟糕的;低劣的 I had a crummy experience with the previous service provider, so I decided to switch. 我之前那家服務供應商的體驗很糟糕,所以我決定更換。
604. attrition 耗損;自然減員;磨損 The company is reducing its workforce through natural attrition rather than layoffs. 公司正透過自然減員而非裁員的方式來縮減員工規模。
605. voluntary redundancy 自願離職;自願裁員 The firm is offering a generous severance package to anyone who opts for voluntary redundancy. 該公司正為任何選擇自願離職的人提供優渥的遣散費。
606. natural attrition 自然減員 Natural attrition allows the company to reduce costs without the need for forced dismissals. 自然減員讓公司能在無需強制解雇的情況下降低成本。
607. snack bar 小吃店;點心櫃 The airport lounge has a small snack bar where travelers can get a quick bite. 機場貴賓室有一個小點心櫃,旅客可以在那裡簡單吃點東西。
608. substantial 大量的;實質的;堅固的 There has been a substantial increase in demand for electric vehicles lately. 最近對電動車的需求有了實質性的增加。
609. rip current 離岸流 Swimmers are warned to stay away from the area due to strong rip currents. 提醒游泳者由於強大的離岸流,應遠離該區域。
610. torrential 猛烈的;傾盆的 The outdoor concert had to be canceled due to a sudden torrential downpour. 戶外音樂會因突然的傾盆大雨而不得不取消。
611. volcanic eruption 火山爆發 The volcanic eruption caused massive flight delays throughout the entire region. 火山爆發導致整個地區大規模的航班延誤。
612. eruption 爆發;噴發 The sudden eruption of conflict between the two departments surprised the management. 兩個部門之間突然爆發的衝突讓管理層感到意外。
613. volcano 火山 Scientists are monitoring the active volcano to predict its next major eruption. 科學家正在監測這座活火山,以預測其下一次重大噴發。
614. volcanic 火山的 The island's rich soil is a result of past volcanic activity millions of years ago. 這座島嶼肥沃的土壤是數百萬年前火山活動的結果。
615. evacuate 撤離;疏散 Residents were ordered to evacuate the building immediately when the fire alarm rang. 火警鈴聲響起時,居民被命令立即撤離大樓。
616. evacuation 撤離;疏散行動 The city conducted a mass evacuation drill to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. 該市進行了大規模撤離演習,以應對即將到來的颶風季節。
617. informant 線人;告密者 The police relied on information from a confidential informant to crack the case. 警方依靠秘密線人的消息才破獲了這起案件。
618. undisclosed 未公開的;保密的 The company was sold to an anonymous buyer for an undisclosed sum of money. 該公司以未公開的金額出售給了一位匿名買家。
619. disclose 揭露;公開 All public companies are required to disclose their financial results every quarter. 所有上市公司都必須每季公開其財務結果。
620. admission 入場費;承認;准許進入 The price of admission to the trade fair includes access to all the keynote speeches. 貿易展的入場費包含參加所有主旨演講。
621. getaway resort 度假勝地 The tropical getaway resort offers a perfect escape from the stress of city life. 熱帶度假勝地提供了一個完美的避風港,讓人遠離城市生活的壓力。
622. scuba-diving 水肺潛水 Scuba-diving in the Great Barrier Reef is a popular activity for many tourists. 在大堡礁進行水肺潛水是許多遊客喜愛的活動。
623. majestic 宏偉的;莊嚴的 The majestic mountains provide a stunning backdrop for the luxury hotel. 宏偉的山脈為這家豪華飯店提供了令人驚嘆的背景。
624. amenity 便利設施;舒適 The new apartment complex features top-of-the-line amenities like a gym and a pool. 新的公寓大樓設有頂級便利設施,如健身房和游泳池。
625. dwell 居住;思索 The report shouldn't dwell on past failures but focus on future opportunities. 報告不應糾結於過去的失敗,而應專注於未來的機會。
626. secluded 隱蔽的;清靜的 The CEO prefers to spend his vacations in a secluded villa away from the public eye. 執行長偏好在遠離公眾視線的清靜別墅中度過假期。
627. seclude 使隔離;使隱居 He decided to seclude himself in his study until he finished writing the proposal. 他決定躲在書房裡,直到寫完這份提案為止。
628. engulf 吞沒;包圍 The company was soon engulfed in a series of legal battles over patent infringement. 該公司很快就陷入了一系列關於專利侵權的法律糾紛中。
629. trekking 徒步旅行;長途跋涉 Trekking through the Himalayas requires a high level of physical fitness and preparation. 在喜馬拉雅山脈徒步旅行需要極佳的體能和準備。
630. intensive 密集的;加強的 The new employees will undergo an intensive two-week training program. 新員工將接受為期兩週的密集培訓計畫。
631. introductory 介紹性的;入門的 The university offers an introductory course for students interested in computer science. 大學為對電腦科學感興趣的學生提供入門課程。
632. orientation course 職前訓練 The orientation course is designed to help new staff members adjust to the company culture. 職前訓練旨在幫助新員工適應公司文化。
633. handouts 講義;施捨物 Please make sure that all participants have received the handouts for today's lecture. 請確保所有參與者都已收到今天講座的講義。
634. handout 講義;施捨物 The teacher distributed a detailed handout explaining the requirements for the final project. 老師分發了一份詳細的講義,解釋了期末專案的要求。
635. postal 郵政的 The postal service is experiencing delays due to the recent increase in package volume. 由於最近包裹量增加,郵政服務正出現延誤。
636. adjust to 適應 It took her several months to adjust to the fast-paced work environment of the city. 她花了幾個月的時間才適應城市節奏快的工作環境。
637. vulnerable 易受傷的;脆弱的 Small businesses are often the most vulnerable during a major economic recession. 在重大經濟衰退期間,小企業往往是最脆弱的。
638. auto loan 汽車貸款 The bank offers competitive interest rates on auto loans for its loyal customers. 銀行為其忠實客戶提供具有競爭力的汽車貸款利率。
639. checking account 支票存款帳戶 You can manage your checking account online and pay your bills electronically. 您可以上網管理您的支票存款帳戶並以電子方式支付帳單。
640. fluent 流利的 Being fluent in several languages is a major advantage in the international business world. 精通多種語言是國際商務領域的一大優勢。
641. afterwards 之後;後來 We had a productive meeting and went out for dinner together afterwards. 我們開了一次富有成效的會議,之後一起出去吃了晚飯。
642. unanimous 全體一致的 The board reached a unanimous decision to appoint the new CEO effective immediately. 董事會達成一致決定,立即任命新任執行長。
643. make an estimate 進行估算 The engineering team was asked to make an estimate of the project's total cost. 工程團隊被要求對專案的總成本進行估算。
644. in the mood for sth 有心情做某事 I'm not really in the mood for a long meeting this late on a Friday afternoon. 在週五下午這麼晚的時候,我真的沒有心情開長會。
645. relief 解脫;救濟;浮雕 It was a huge relief to hear that the company had finally secured the necessary funding. 聽說公司終於獲得了必要的資金,真是一大解脫。
646. proofread 校對 Please remember to proofread your report carefully before you submit it to the manager. 提交給經理之前,請記得仔細校對您的報告。
647. gathering 聚會;收集 The annual holiday gathering is a great opportunity for staff to socialize outside of work. 年度節日聚會是員工在工作之外進行社交的好機會。
648. arrange 安排;整理 My assistant will arrange all the travel details for your upcoming business trip to Tokyo. 我的助理會為您即將前往東京的出差安排所有的旅行細節。
649. cupboard 櫥櫃 All the stationery and office supplies are stored in the large cupboard in the hallway. 所有的文具和辦公用品都儲存在走廊的大櫥櫃裡。
650. stirring rods 攪拌棒 Please use the disposable stirring rods provided next to the coffee machine. 請使用咖啡機旁提供的拋棄式攪拌棒。
651. bend over 彎腰 Be careful when you bend over to lift heavy boxes to avoid hurting your back. 彎腰搬重物時要小心,以免傷到背部。
652. fish off 捕魚殆盡 Many of the local coral reefs have been fished off, leading to a decline in biodiversity. 許多當地的珊瑚礁已被捕撈殆盡,導致生物多樣性下降。
653. foyer 門廳;玄關 The hotel's grand foyer was decorated with beautiful flowers and elegant lighting. 飯店宏偉的門廳裝飾著美麗的花卉和優雅的燈光。
654. radical 激進的;根本的;部首 The company is planning a radical reorganization to improve its overall efficiency. 公司正計劃進行一次根本性的重組,以提高整體效率。
655. take the initiative 採取主動 We encourage our employees to take the initiative and come up with new ideas. 我們鼓勵員工採取主動並提出新點子。
656. hand out 分發 The marketing team will hand out free samples of our new product at the local mall. 行銷團隊將在當地商場分發我們新產品的免費樣品。
657. straighten up 整理;挺直身體 Please straighten up your workspace before leaving for the weekend. 週五下班前請整理好您的工作空間。
658. errand 差事;跑腿 My assistant spent most of the morning running errands for the department head. 我的助理花了大半個上午為部門主管跑腿。
659. back up 倒車;備份;支持 It's important to back up your important files regularly to avoid any data loss. 定期備份重要檔案以避免數據遺失非常重要。
660. discolored 變色的;褪色的 The old documents had become discolored and brittle after years of improper storage. 經過多年不當儲存,這些舊文件已變得褪色且易碎。
661. discolor 使變色;褪色 Strong sunlight can discolor the fabric of the curtains over a long period of time. 強烈的陽光長期照射會使窗簾的織品褪色。
662. wrecking 破壞;拆除 The city is planning the wrecking of several old buildings to make way for a new park. 該市計劃拆除幾座舊建築,為新公園騰出空間。
663. resemble 像;相似 The new prototype closely resembles the original design but features several improvements. 新原型與原始設計非常相似,但有多項改進。
664. compensation 補償;賠償金;薪資 The company offers a competitive compensation package to attract the best talent. 公司提供具有競爭力的薪資方案來吸引最優秀的人才。
665. adverse weather 惡劣天氣 The flight was delayed for several hours due to adverse weather conditions at the destination. 由於目的地的惡劣天氣,航班延誤了幾個小時。
666. adverse 不利的;有害的;逆向的 The new regulations could have an adverse impact on the company's profitability. 新規定可能對公司的獲利能力產生不利影響。
667. complimentary ticket 贈票;公關票 I was lucky enough to win two complimentary tickets to the sold-out musical. 我很幸運地贏得了兩張這場完售音樂劇的贈票。
668. sketches 素描;草圖 The architect presented several initial sketches of the proposed office building. 建築師展示了擬建辦公大樓的幾份初步草圖。
669. dimmer 調光器 You can adjust the brightness of the lights in the conference room using the dimmer. 您可以使用調光器來調整會議室燈光的亮度。
670. unified 統一的 The company aims to create a unified brand identity across all of its international markets. 公司的目標是在其所有國際市場中建立統一的品牌形象。
671. grant 補助金;准許;授予 The research project was funded by a generous grant from a government agency. 該研究計畫是由政府機構的一項慷慨補助金所資助。
672. acrobatics 特技;雜技 The circus performance featured some amazing acrobatics and death-defying stunts. 馬戲團表演包含了一些令人驚嘆的特技和冒死表演。
673. across from 在...對面 The new office building is located conveniently across from the main train station. 新辦公大樓交通便利,位於火車總站對面。
674. landscaping 景觀美化;造景 The company spent a lot of money on landscaping to create a pleasant outdoor area. 公司花了大量資金進行景觀美化,以營造舒適的戶外區域。
675. booth 攤位;電話亭;小包廂 Many companies set up booths at the trade fair to demonstrate their latest products. 許多公司在貿易展設立攤位來展示其最新產品。
676. aggressive 積極的;侵略性的 To survive in the competitive market, we need to adopt a more aggressive sales strategy. 為了在競爭激烈的市場中生存,我們需要採取更積極的銷售策略。
677. consent 同意;贊成 You must obtain the patient's written consent before performing any medical procedure. 在進行任何醫療程序之前,您必須獲得病人的書面同意。
678. expedite 加快;促進 We need to find a way to expedite the delivery of the components to the assembly plant. 我們需要找到一種方法來加快零件運送到組裝廠的速度。
679. hydraulic pump 液壓泵 The heavy machinery is powered by a high-pressure hydraulic pump. 重型機械是由高壓液壓泵驅動的。
680. bloated 腫脹的;傲慢的 Many critics argue that the company has become too large and bloated to be efficient. 許多影評人(或評論者)認為該公司已變得過於龐大臃腫,無法保持效率。
681. metabolize 代謝 The body takes several hours to fully metabolize the medication. 身體需要幾個小時才能完全代謝藥物。
682. continental breakfast 歐式早餐 The hotel's room rate includes a basic continental breakfast of coffee and pastries. 房價包含基本的歐式早餐,提供咖啡和糕點。
683. continental 大陸的;歐洲大陸的 The restaurant serves authentic continental cuisine with a focus on French and Italian dishes. 該餐廳供應道地的歐式料理,重點在法式和義式菜餚。
684. pre-requisite 先決條件;必修科目 Having at least five years of management experience is a pre-requisite for this position. 擁有至少五年的管理經驗是這個職位的先決條件。
685. dissuade 勸阻 We tried to dissuade him from resigning, but he was determined to leave. 我們試圖勸阻他不要辭職,但他去意已決。
686. converse 交談;相反的 I had the opportunity to converse with the visiting professor during the lunch break. 我有機會在午休時間與客座教授交談。
687. consensus 共識 After hours of debate, the committee finally reached a consensus on the new policy. 經過數小時的辯論,委員會終於對新政策達成了共識。
688. articulate 清晰表達;口齒伶俐的 The candidate was very articulate and was able to explain his ideas clearly. 該候選人非常口齒伶俐(或表達清晰),能夠清楚地解釋自己的點子。
689. conclusive 決定性的;確鑿的 The forensic evidence was conclusive, proving that the suspect was indeed at the scene. 鑑識證據是確鑿的,證明嫌疑人當時確實在現場。
690. reconcile 和解;協調;對帳 The accounting department needs to reconcile the bank statements at the end of every month. 會計部門需要在每月底對銀行帳單進行對帳。
691. delegate 委派;代表 A good manager knows how to delegate tasks effectively to their team members. 一位優秀的經理知道如何有效地將任務委派給團隊成員。
692. confess 坦承;懺悔 The employee finally confessed to making the error that caused the data loss. 員工終於坦承犯下了導致數據遺失的錯誤。
693. concede 承認;讓步 Although they were behind in the polls, the candidate refused to concede the election. 雖然民調落後,但候選人拒絕承認敗選。
694. attentive 專注的;體貼的 The flight attendants were very attentive and provided excellent service to the passengers. 空服員非常體貼,為乘客提供了優質的服務。
695. wrecking amendment 破壞性修正案 The opposition party introduced a wrecking amendment to delay the passing of the new bill. 反對黨提出了一項破壞性修正案,以延緩新法案的通過。
696. blockade 封鎖 The country faced severe shortages of essential goods due to the maritime blockade. 由於海上封鎖,該國面臨必需品嚴重短缺。
697. patent 專利;明顯的 The company filed for a patent to protect its innovative new technology. 公司申請了專利以保護其創新技術。
698. consignee 收貨人 The shipping documents must clearly state the name and address of the consignee. 運輸文件必須清楚註明收貨人的姓名和地址。
699. haggle 討價還價 It is common to haggle over the price of goods in many local markets around the world. 在世界各地的許多當地市場,對商品價格進行討價還價是很常見的。
700. debit 借記;扣款 The amount was debited from your account automatically when you made the purchase. 當您購買時,金額已自動從您的帳戶中扣除。
701. ignorant 無知的;不禮貌的 He was completely ignorant of the company's new policy regarding remote work. 他完全不知道公司關於遠距工作的新政策。
702. bade 命令;道別 The host bade farewell to all the guests at the conclusion of the formal dinner. 正式晚宴結束時,主人向所有賓客道別。
703. paid off 償清;取得成功 The company's heavy investment in research and development finally paid off. 公司在研發方面的大量投資終於取得了成功(有了回報)。
704. boss around 指使;發號施令 No one likes a supervisor who constantly tries to boss their employees around. 沒有人喜歡一個整天對員工發號施令的主管。
705. spacious 寬敞的 The new office suite is very spacious and offers plenty of natural light. 新的辦公套房非常寬敞,採光極佳。
706. overhead projector 投影機 The speaker used an overhead projector to display the financial charts to the audience. 演講者使用投影機向聽眾展示財務圖表。
707. lighten 減輕;照亮 The news of the project's success helped to lighten the mood in the office. 專案成功的消息有助於放鬆辦公室的氛圍。
708. book sewer 書本縫線機 The traditional bindery uses a vintage book sewer to create high-quality leather volumes. 傳統裝訂廠使用老式書本縫線機來製作高品質的皮革書籍。
709. sewer 下水道;縫紉工 The city is investing in upgrading its ancient sewer system to prevent flooding. 該市正投資升級其古老的下水道系統以防止淹水。
710. skyscraper 摩天大樓 The new skyscraper will be the tallest building in the city's business district. 這座新的摩天大樓將成為該市商業區最高的建築。
711. ketchup 番茄醬 Many people enjoy adding a little ketchup to their fries or burgers. 許多人喜歡在薯條或漢堡中加一點番茄醬。
712. remuneration 報酬;酬勞 The total remuneration package for the position includes a base salary and a bonus. 該職位的總報酬方案包含基本薪資和獎金。
713. overdue 逾期的;遲到的 Please pay the outstanding balance immediately, as the invoice is now two weeks overdue. 請立即支付未付餘額,因為該發票已逾期兩週。
714. ledger 分類帳;總帳 The accountant carefully entered all the daily transactions into the company's ledger. 會計師仔細地將所有日常交易輸入公司的分類帳中。
715. holding company 控股公司 The parent corporation acts as a holding company for several smaller subsidiaries. 母公司作為幾家較小電商公司的控股公司。
716. overdraft 透支 The bank charged a high fee because the company's account was in overdraft. 銀行收取了高額費用,因為公司的帳戶透支了。
717. exempt 豁免;被免除的 Certain types of income are exempt from taxation under the current government rules. 根據現行政府規定,某些類型的收入是免稅的。
718. in a person's debt 欠某人人情 I am deeply in your debt for all the help you provided during the crisis. 對於您在危機期間提供的所有幫助,我深表感激(欠您一個人情)。
719. struggle 掙扎;奮鬥;難事 Many small businesses struggle to survive during the first few years of operation. 許多小企業在經營的前幾年都在為生存而掙扎。
720. custody 監護權;拘留;保管 The legal documents are currently being held in the safe custody of the law firm. 法律文件目前正由律師事務所安全保管。
721. guild 公會;協會 The writers' guild organized a strike to demand better working conditions and pay. 編劇公會組織了一次罷工,要求更好的工作條件和待遇。
722. embezzle 盜用;挪用公款 The former CFO was arrested for attempting to embezzle millions from the company. 前財務長因企圖從公司挪用數百萬元而被捕。
723. affiliate 附屬機構;使隸屬 Our company is an affiliate of a large multinational corporation based in Tokyo. 我們公司是總部位於東京的一家大型跨國公司的附屬機構。
724. Rival in love 情敵 The term "rival in love" refers to someone who is competing for the same person's affection. 「情敵」一詞是指競爭同一個對象的情感的人。
725. substitute 代替;替補 If the manager is unavailable, his assistant will act as a substitute during the meeting. 如果經理不在,他的助理將在會議期間擔任替補(代理人)。
726. expertise 專業知識;專長 We hired a consultant with specific expertise in international trade and logistics. 我們聘請了一位在國際貿易和物流方面具有專業知識的顧問。
727. competency 能力;勝任 The training program is designed to improve the core competencies of our sales staff. 培訓計畫旨在提高我們銷售人員的核心能力。
728. eligible 有資格的;合適的 Only employees with at least three years of service are eligible for the pension plan. 只有服務滿三年的員工才有資格參加退休金計畫。
729. shorthand 速記 The secretary used shorthand to take detailed notes during the executive meeting. 秘書在執行會議期間使用速記來做詳細筆記。
730. aviation 航空 The aviation industry has seen a significant decline in travel over the past year. 航空業在過去一年的旅遊量大幅下降。
731. notation 標記法;註釋 Please make a notation on the file if there are any changes to the client's address. 如果客戶地址有任何變動,請在檔案上做個註記。
732. hairline 髮際線;極細的 The technician discovered a hairline crack in the machine's cooling system. 技術人員在機器的冷卻系統中發現了一道極細的裂紋。
733. hypocritical 偽善的 It is hypocritical of the manager to demand punctuality when he is always late himself. 經理自己總是遲到卻要求別人準時,真是偽善。
734. franchise 特許經營權;系列電影 The coffee shop chain is looking to sell more franchises in Southeast Asia. 這家咖啡連鎖店正尋求在東南亞出售更多特許經營權。
735. fire hose 消防水帶 The fire department used high-pressure fire hoses to put out the blaze. 消防隊使用高壓消防水帶撲滅了火焰。
736. soak 浸泡;濕透 You should soak the stained cloth in cold water before putting it in the laundry. 您應該在洗滌前將沾有污漬的布浸泡在冷水中。
737. southwards 向南 The explorers decided to head southwards toward the warmer regions of the continent. 探險家們決定向南前往該大陸較溫暖的地區。
738. stretch 伸展;延伸 The long stretch of highway connecting the two cities was recently renovated. 連接這兩座城市的漫長公路最近進行了整修。
739. rod 桿;棒 The curtains are supported by a heavy metal rod that is bolted to the wall. 窗簾由一根固定在牆上的重金屬桿支撐著。
740. scribble 潦草書寫;塗鴉 He hurriedly scribbled a few notes on a napkin during the lunch meeting. 他在午餐會議期間匆忙地在餐巾紙上塗鴉了幾筆筆記。
741. dictator 獨裁者 The country was ruled by a ruthless dictator for more than three decades. 這個國家由一位殘酷的獨裁者統治了超過三十年。
742. revolt 反叛;起義 The citizens began to revolt against the high taxes and poor living conditions. 公民開始反抗高稅收和惡劣的生活條件。
743. impurity 雜質;不潔 The filtration system is designed to remove all impurities from the drinking water. 過濾系統旨在去除飲用水中的所有雜質。
744. political shift 政治轉變 The recent election resulted in a major political shift toward more liberal policies. 最近的選舉導致了向更自由政策的重大政治轉變。
745. scholar 學者 The university invited a world-renowned scholar to give a lecture on ancient history. 大學邀請了一位世界知名的學者來做關於古代歷史的講座。
746. devotion 奉獻;摯愛 He was praised for his lifelong devotion to improving public health and education. 他因畢生致力於改善公共衛生和教育而受到稱讚。
747. fluoride 氟化物 Many dental associations recommend using toothpaste that contains fluoride. 許多牙醫協會建議使用含有氟化物的牙膏。
748. substance 物質;實質 The lawyer argued that the prosecution's case lacked any real substance. 律師辯稱檢方的控訴缺乏任何實質內容。
749. stuff 東西;塞滿 I have too much stuff in my office and really need to organize my files. 我辦公室裡東西太多了,真的需要整理一下我的檔案。
750. cold storage 冷藏;冷凍庫 The perishable goods are kept in cold storage to maintain their freshness. 易腐敗的貨物存放在冷藏庫中以保持新鮮。
751. colorectal 大腸直腸的 Regular screening is essential for the early detection and treatment of colorectal cancer. 定期篩檢對於大腸直腸癌的早期發現和治療至關重要。
752. sought 尋求 The company sought professional advice before making any major financial decisions. 公司在做出任何重大財務決定前都尋求了專業建議。
753. scenario 情境;劇本 In a worst-case scenario, the company could face a total loss of its investment. 在最壞的情境下,公司可能面臨投資的全額損失。
754. gently 溫柔地;輕輕地 Please handle the fragile glass components gently to avoid any breakage. 請輕輕拿取易碎的玻璃零件以避免破損。
755. take shelter from 躲避... The travelers had to take shelter from the storm in a small cave nearby. 旅行者們不得不躲在附近的一個小洞穴裡以避開暴風雨。
756. take shelter from the rain 躲雨 We decided to take shelter from the rain under the awning of a local cafe. 我們決定在當地咖啡館的雨蓬下躲雨。
757. servant 僕人 The wealthy businessman employed several servants to manage his large estate. 這位富商僱用了幾位僕人來管理他的龐大莊園。
758. sense of responsibility 責任感 A strong sense of responsibility is one of the most important qualities in a leader. 強烈的責任感是領導者最重要的特質之一。
759. excessive 過度的 The manager was criticized for his excessive use of corporate funds for personal travel. 經理因過度使用公司資金進行個人旅行而受到批評。
760. chain smoking 連續抽菸 Chain smoking can lead to a wide range of serious health problems, including cancer. 連續抽菸可能導致各種嚴重的健康問題,包括癌症。
761. republic 共和國 The country became a republic following the overthrow of the old monarchy. 在推翻舊君主制後,該國成為一個共和國。
762. monarchy 君主制 Many countries in Europe still maintain a symbolic monarchy for ceremonial purposes. 歐洲許多國家仍出於禮儀目的保留象徵性的君主制。
763. revelation 揭露;啟示 The revelation of the company's financial misconduct caused a major scandal. 公司財務失當行為的揭露引起了一場重大醜聞。
764. flunk 不及格;當掉 He was worried that he might flunk the final exam if he didn't start studying soon. 他擔心如果再不開始讀書,期末考可能會不及格。
765. resolution 決心;解決 The board passed a formal resolution to increase the company's dividend payments. 董事會通過了一項正式決議,增加公司的股利發放。
766. aspirin 阿斯匹靈 Taking an aspirin can help to reduce a headache or a minor fever. 吃一顆阿斯匹靈可以幫助緩解頭痛或輕微發燒。
767. treat you to dinner 請你吃晚餐 Since you helped me so much with the project, I'd like to treat you to dinner. 既然你在這個專案上幫了我這麼多,我想請你吃晚餐。
768. treat to 請客;款待 The company decided to treat its employees to a weekend at a local spa resort. 公司決定款待員工去當地的水療度假村度過週末。
769. refreshment 茶點;提神之物 Refreshments will be served in the foyer during the break between the presentations. 演講間歇期間,門廳將供應茶點。
770. recipe 食譜;秘訣 The secret recipe for the restaurant's famous sauce is known only to the head chef. 該餐廳著名醬汁的秘密食譜只有主廚知道。
771. recreation 娛樂;消遣 The community center offers a variety of recreation programs for people of all ages. 社區中心為各個年齡層的人提供多種娛樂計畫。
772. hypocrite 偽君子 Don't be a hypocrite by criticizing others for the same mistakes you make yourself. 不要當一個偽君子,批評別人的同時自己也犯同樣的錯誤。
773. quarantine 隔離;檢疫 Travelers arriving from affected areas were required to undergo a 14-day quarantine. 來自受影響地區的旅客被要求接受為期 14 天的隔離。
774. sheer 純粹的;全然的 The success of the product was due to the sheer hard work and dedication of the team. 產品的成功歸功於團隊純粹的努力和奉獻。
775. o'clock sharp 點整(準時) The meeting will begin at nine o'clock sharp, so please ensure that you are on time. 會議將於九點整準時開始,請確保準時抵達。
776. sore 痠痛的;疼痛的 My muscles are very sore after my first workout at the gym in several months. 幾個月來第一次在健身房運動後,我的肌肉非常痠痛。
777. privilege 特權;榮幸 It was a great privilege to be invited to speak at the international conference. 受邀在國際會議上演講是莫大的榮幸。
778. prestige 聲望;威信 Working for such a world-renowned firm carries a lot of prestige and influence. 在這樣一家世界知名的公司工作帶有很高的聲望和影響力。
779. swelter 熱得難受 The workers had to swelter in the un-air-conditioned warehouse during the heatwave. 熱浪期間,工人們不得不待在沒有空調的倉庫裡忍受酷熱。
780. swollen 腫脹的 Her ankle was swollen after she tripped on the stairs during the morning commute. 晨間通勤時在樓梯上絆倒後,她的腳踝腫了起來。
781. Hindus 印度教徒 Many Hindus consider the cow to be a sacred animal and do not eat beef. 許多印度教徒認為牛是神聖的動物,不吃牛肉。
782. purify 淨化;精煉 The factory uses a complex chemical process to purify the raw materials for production. 工廠使用複雜的化學程序來淨化生產所需的原物料。
783. Ganges 恆河 The Ganges is considered a sacred river by millions of people in India. 恆河被印度數百萬人視為神聖的河流。
784. superstitious 迷信的 Many people are superstitious about Friday the 13th and try to avoid making plans. 許多人對 13 號星期五感到迷信,並試圖避免制定計畫。
785. superstition 迷信 It's a common superstition that breaking a mirror will bring seven years of bad luck. 弄破鏡子會帶來七年霉運是一項普遍的迷信。
786. convict 罪犯;宣判有罪 The jury took several days to deliberate before deciding to convict the suspect. 陪審團花了幾天時間審議,才決定宣判嫌疑人有罪。
787. spiritual 精神上的;心靈的 Many employees find that meditation helps them achieve a better spiritual balance. 許多員工發現冥想有助於他們達到更好的心靈平衡。
788. spiritual leader 精神領袖 The Dalai Lama is recognized as a major spiritual leader for people around the world. 達賴喇嘛被公認為全世界人民的重要精神領袖。
789. sociable 善於交際的;合群的 He is a very sociable person who enjoys attending networking events and parties. 他是一個非常善於交際的人,喜歡參加人脈建立活動和派對。
790. self-evident 不言自明的 The benefits of exercise for both physical and mental health are self-evident. 運動對身心健康的好處是不言自明的。
791. sensitive 敏感的 Customer feedback is a very sensitive issue that must be handled with great care. 客戶回饋是一個非常敏感的問題,必須非常小心地處理。
792. sentimental 多愁善感的 She kept the old company ID badge for sentimental reasons, as it was her first job. 出於感傷的原因,她保留了舊的公司識別證,因為那是她的第一份工作。
793. sacred book 聖書;經典 The library contains a rare collection of ancient sacred books from various cultures. 圖書館收藏了來自不同文化的稀有古代經典。
794. sacred 神聖的 The temple is located on a sacred site that has been a place of worship for centuries. 這座寺廟位於一個神聖的地點,幾個世紀以來一直是朝拜之地。
795. rubbish 垃圾;廢話 That's absolute rubbish; the company's financial performance has never been better. 那簡直是廢話(胡說八道);公司的財務表現從未像現在這麼好過。
796. mutiny 叛變;兵變 The crew threatened to mutiny if the captain didn't improve their living conditions. 如果船長不改善他們的生活條件,船員們威脅要叛變。
797. rebellion 叛亂;反抗 The government was able to quickly put down the small rebellion in the northern province. 政府得以迅速平定北部省份的小規模叛亂。
800. repute 名聲;認為 The company has a high repute for quality and reliability in the tech industry. 該公司在科技產業以其品質和可靠性享有盛譽。
801. deputy 副手;代理人 The deputy manager will be in charge of the department while the director is away. 當主管不在時,副經理將負責該部門。
802. depute 委託;授權 The chairperson decided to depute her authority to the vice-chairman for the meeting. 主席決定授權給副主席主持這次會議。
803. be bound for 前往... The cargo ship is bound for Rotterdam and is expected to arrive within ten days. 這艘貨輪正前往鹿特丹,預計在十天內抵達。
804. superficial 表面的;膚淺的 The investigation only provided a superficial analysis of the underlying problems. 調查僅對潛在問題進行了淺層的分析。
805. handrail 扶手 Please hold onto the handrail when walking down the stairs for your safety. 為了您的安全,下樓梯時請握住扶手。
806. strap 帶子;皮帶 The technician used a heavy-duty strap to secure the equipment during transport. 技術人員使用強力帶子在運輸過程中固定設備。
807. compensate 補償;賠償 The company agreed to compensate the customers for the inconvenience caused by the delay. 公司同意補償客戶因延誤造成的不便。
808. grill 烤架;燒烤;盤問 The suspect was grilled by the police for several hours regarding his whereabouts. 警方對嫌疑人進行了數小時的盤問(盤查),詢問他的去向。
809. syringe 注射器;針筒 The nurse used a sterile syringe to administer the vaccination to the patient. 護士使用無菌注射器為病人進行疫苗接種。
810. celebrity 名人 The opening of the new flagship store was attended by several local celebrities. 新旗艦店的開幕式有幾位當地名人參加。
811. ambulance 救護車 An ambulance was called immediately after the accident occurred on the highway. 高速公路發生事故後,立即叫了救護車。
812. pavilion 涼亭;展示館 The international trade fair features several large pavilions representing different countries. 國際貿易展設有幾個代表不同國家的多個大型展示館。
813. motto 座右銘;格言 The company's motto, "Quality First," reflects its commitment to excellence. 公司的座右銘「品質第一」反映了其對卓越的承諾。
814. ovaltine 阿華田 Ovaltine is a popular malted milk drink that is enjoyed by people of all ages. 阿華田是一款深受各年齡層喜愛的麥芽牛奶飲品。
815. peppery 辛辣的;暴躁的 The manager has a peppery temperament and is known for his quick temper. 經理性格暴躁,以脾氣急躁著稱。
816. interchange 交換;交流道 The new highway interchange will help to reduce traffic congestion in the area. 新的高速公路交流道將有助於減少該地區的交通擁塞。
817. vibes 氛圍;氣氛 The new office has a very positive and energetic vibe that the staff really enjoys. 新辦公室有一種非常積極且充滿活力的氛圍,員工們非常喜歡。
818. vibe 氛圍 The cafe has a cozy and relaxing vibe, making it a great place to work. 這家咖啡館氛圍舒適放鬆,是個工作的好地方。
819. versatile 多才多藝的;多功能的 This new software is very versatile and can be used for a variety of tasks. 這款新軟體功能非常多樣,可用於多種任務。
820. abbreviate 縮寫;縮短 We often abbreviate "International Business Machines" to "IBM." 我們常將 "International Business Machines" 縮寫為 "IBM"。
821. lodge 小屋;投宿;提出 The customer decided to lodge a formal complaint regarding the poor service. 客戶決定針對惡劣的服務提出正式申訴。
822. lounge 休息室;懶散地躺 Travelers can relax in the airport lounge while waiting for their flight. 旅客在等待航班時可以在機場貴賓室(休息室)放鬆。
823. antidote 解毒劑;對策 A proactive marketing strategy is the best antidote to declining sales. 積極的行銷策略是應對銷售下降的最佳對策。
824. frappe 冰沙 I'd like to order a chocolate frappe with extra whipped cream on top. 我想點一杯巧克力冰沙,上面加額外的鮮奶油。
825. convince 說服;使確信 We were able to convince the board of directors to approve the new project. 我們成功說服了董事會批准新專案。
826. appeal 吸引力;上訴;呼籲 The company's new advertising campaign has a strong appeal to younger consumers. 公司新的廣告活動對年輕消費者具有強大的吸引力。
827. areca 檳榔 The consumption of areca nuts is a common practice in some parts of Asia. 在亞洲某些地區,食用檳榔是一項普遍的習慣。
828. pomegranate 紅石榴 Pomegranate juice is known for its high content of antioxidants and vitamins. 紅石榴汁以其高含量的抗氧化劑和維生素而聞名。
829. plead 懇求;答辯 The suspect decided to plead guilty to the charges in exchange for a lighter sentence. 嫌疑人決定對指控認罪,以換取較輕的刑期。
830. disclosure 揭露;公開 The full disclosure of all financial information is required for the merger. 合併案需要全面揭露所有的財務資訊。
831. deliberately 故意地;審慎地 The manager deliberately chose a small team to handle the sensitive project. 經理特意挑選了一個小團隊來處理這個敏感專案。
832. specimen 標本;樣本 The lab technician collected a blood specimen from the patient for analysis. 實驗室技術員從病人身上採集了血液樣本進行分析。
833. insofar as 就...而言 The project was a success insofar as it met all its initial objectives. 就達到所有最初目標而言,這個專案是成功的。
834. considerably 相當大於;非常地 The cost of the project has increased considerably since the original estimate. 自最初估算以來,專案成本已大幅增加。
835. considerable 相當大的;重要的 The company has spent a considerable amount of money on advertising lately. 公司最近在廣告上花費了相當大的一筆錢。
836. comprehensive 全面的;綜合的 The firm provides a comprehensive range of legal services to its clients. 該公司為客戶提供全面的法律服務。
837. obligate 使負義務;強迫 The contract does not obligate the company to provide any additional funding. 合約並未規定(使負義務)公司必須提供任何額外資金。
838. biryani 印度香料飯 The restaurant is famous for its authentic and flavorful lamb biryani. 該餐廳以其道地且風味十足的羊肉香料飯而聞名。
839. machinery 機械;機器 The factory's outdated machinery needs to be replaced to improve productivity. 工廠過時的機械設備需要更換以提高生產力。
840. reimburse 償還;補償;核銷 The company will reimburse you for all travel expenses incurred during the trip. 公司將為您核銷出差期間產生的所有差旅費用。
841. enclose 隨信附上;圍住 Please enclose a copy of your resume with your job application. 請在求職申請中隨信附上一份您的履歷表。
842. lubricant 潤滑劑 Proper use of a lubricant can help to extend the life of the machine's moving parts. 正確使用潤滑劑可以幫助延長機器運動部件的壽命。
843. confront 面對;對抗 We need to confront the reality of the declining market and adjust our strategy. 我們需要面對市場下滑的現實,並調整我們的策略。
844. chant 吟唱;口號 The protestors began to chant slogans demanding better working conditions. 抗議者開始高喊要求改善工作條件的口號。
845. utility company 公用事業公司 The local utility company announced a small increase in electricity rates. 當地公用事業公司宣佈電費小幅調漲。
846. steep 陡峭的;急劇的 There has been a steep decline in sales over the past three months. 過去三個月中,銷售額急劇下降。
847. summit 頂峰;高峰會 World leaders met at the summit to discuss global environmental issues. 各國領導人在高峰會上會面,討論全球環境問題。
848. pavement 人行道;路面 The city is repairing the broken pavement in the downtown area. 該市正在修復市中心區域破損的人行道路面。
849. as they are 照現狀;事實上 We need to accept the facts as they are rather than as we wish them to be. 我們需要接受事實的現狀,而不是我們希望的樣子。
850. claim 宣稱;索賠;權利 The customer filed a insurance claim for the damage to his car during the storm. 客戶針對暴風雨期間車輛受損提出了保險索賠。
851. acclaim 稱讚;喝采 The director's new movie has received widespread critical acclaim. 導演的新電影受到了廣泛的評論讚譽。
852. arbitrate 仲裁;公斷 An independent mediator was called in to arbitrate the dispute between the two parties. 請了一位獨立調解員來仲裁雙方之間的糾紛。
853. arbitrary 專斷的;任意的 The manager's decision to cancel the meeting seemed completely arbitrary. 經理取消會議的決定似乎完全是隨意的(專斷的)。
854. anecdote 軼事;趣聞 He shared an amusing anecdote about his first day working at the firm. 他分享了一個關於他在公司工作第一天的有趣軼事。
855. revenue 營收;稅收 The company's total revenue increased by 15% during the last fiscal year. 公司上一個會計年度的總營收增加了 15%。
856. avenue 大道;途徑 The new policy opens up a new avenue for growth in the international market. 新政策為國際市場的成長開啟了一條新途徑。
857. dietary 飲食的 The school provides special dietary options for students with allergies. 學校為有過敏體質的學生提供特殊的飲食選擇。
858. moral 道德的;寓意 The story has a clear moral about the importance of honesty in business. 這個故事有一個關於在商業中誠實重要性的明確寓意。
859. blizzard 暴風雪 The airport was closed for several hours due to a severe winter blizzard. 由於嚴重的冬季暴風雪,機場關閉了數個小時。
860. bibliography 參考書目 Please include a complete bibliography at the end of your research paper. 請在研究論文末尾包含完整的參考書目。
861. bill of lading 提單 The bill of lading must be signed by both the shipper and the carrier. 提單必須由託運人和承運人雙方簽署。
862. beforehand 預先;事先 It's important to prepare for the presentation well beforehand to ensure success. 事前做好充分準備對於確保簡報成功非常重要。
863. staffer 職員;幕僚 The senator's staffers are responsible for handling all constituent inquiries. 參議員的幕僚負責處理所有選民的詢問。
864. ballroom 宴會廳;舞廳 The hotel's grand ballroom is often used for large corporate events and weddings. 飯店的宏偉宴會廳常用於大型企業活動和婚禮。
865. culminate 達到頂點;告終 The week-long festival will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display tonight. 為期一週的節慶將在今晚壯觀的煙火表演中達到頂點。
866. culinary 烹飪的 The city is known for its diverse culinary scene and world-class restaurants. 這座城市以其多樣化的烹飪風貌和世界級餐廳聞名。
867. counterpart 相對應的人或物 I am meeting with my counterpart from the Tokyo office to discuss the merger. 我正與東京辦公室的對等人員會面,討論合併事宜。
868. counterfeit 偽造的;仿冒品 The police seized a large shipment of counterfeit luxury goods at the port. 警方在港口查獲了一大批仿冒的奢侈品。
869. corrosion 腐蝕;侵蝕 The machine's performance has declined due to extensive corrosion of its components. 由於零件嚴重腐蝕,機器的性能已經下降。
870. corrode 腐蝕;損害 Saltwater can corrode metal surfaces over a long period of time. 鹽水長期會腐蝕金屬表面。
871. corridor 走廊 The hallway leads to a long corridor where all the executive offices are located. 走廊通向一條長廊,那裡是所有主管辦公室的所在地。
872. correlation 相關性 There is a strong correlation between employee satisfaction and productivity. 員工滿意度與生產力之間存在強大的相關性。
873. coal 煤炭 Many power plants are moving away from coal and toward cleaner energy sources. 許多電廠正從煤炭轉向更乾淨的能源。
874. coral 珊瑚 The Great Barrier Reef is home to thousands of different species of coral and fish. 大堡礁是數千種不同珊瑚和魚類的家園。
875. contingent 依情況而定的;代表團 Our success is contingent on receiving the necessary approval from the government. 我們的成功取決於(依情況而定)獲得政府必要的批准。
876. contemporary 當代的;同時代的 The art gallery features a wide range of contemporary works by local artists. 美術館展出當地藝術家多樣化的當代作品。
877. contaminate 污染 The local water supply was contaminated by a chemical leak from a nearby factory. 當地的供水系統受到附近工廠化學物質洩漏的污染。
878. constrict 壓縮;束緊 High interest rates can constrict economic growth and lead to higher unemployment. 高利率會壓縮經濟成長並導致失業率上升。
879. consequential 重要的;隨之發生的 The CEO's resignation was a highly consequential event for the company's future. 執行長的辭職對公司的未來是一項極其重大的事件。
880. conservatory 溫室;音樂學院 She is currently studying piano at the national conservatory of music. 她目前正在國家音樂學院學習鋼琴。
881. confiscation 沒收;充公 The police ordered the confiscation of all illegal items found on the premises. 警方下令沒收在該場所發現的所有非法物品。
882. come about 發生;產生 How did the current situation come about, and what can we do to fix it? 當前的狀況是如何產生的,我們該如何修復它?
883. coma 昏迷 The patient remained in a coma for several weeks following the serious accident. 嚴重事故後,病人昏迷了數週。
884. coastal 沿海的;海岸的 The coastal regions of the country are the most popular destinations for tourists. 該國沿海地區是遊客最熱門的目的地。
885. coarse 粗糙的;粗俗的 The material has a coarse texture that is not suitable for high-end clothing. 這種材料質感粗糙,不適合製作高階服裝。
886. ceramic 陶瓷的 The exhibition features a beautiful collection of ancient Chinese ceramic vases. 展覽展出了精美的古代中國陶瓷花瓶收藏。
887. century 世紀 This historic building has been a landmark in the city for over a century. 這座歷史建築一個多世紀以來一直是該市的地標。
888. Clerical Support Assistant 文書支援助理 We are currently looking for a clerical support assistant to help with administrative tasks. 我們目前正在招募一名文書支援助理來協助行政工作。
889. clerical 文書的;神職人員的 The position involves a variety of clerical duties, such as filing and data entry. 該職位涉及多種文書職責,如歸檔和數據輸入。
890. voyage 航行;旅程 The ancient explorers embarked on a long and dangerous voyage across the ocean. 古代探險家踏上了漫長而危險的橫跨大洋的航行。
891. vogue 流行;時尚 High-waisted pants have come back into vogue in the fashion world recently. 高腰褲最近在時尚界又重新流行起來。
892. waive 放棄(權利);免除 The company decided to waive the late fee for customers who were affected by the storm. 公司決定為受暴風雨影響的客戶免除逾期費。
893. verdict 判決;裁定 After hours of deliberation, the jury finally reached a verdict of not guilty. 經過數小時的審議,陪審團終於達成了無罪判決。
894. vague 模糊的 The manager gave a very vague explanation for why the project had been delayed. 經理對於專案延誤的原因給出了一個非常模糊的解釋。
895. uphold 支持;維護 The Supreme Court voted to uphold the lower court's decision in the case. 最高法院投票支持(維持)下級法院在該案件中的判決。
896. upheaval 動盪;劇變 The industry is currently experiencing a period of major technological upheaval. 該產業目前正經歷一個重大的技術劇變期。
897. precedent 先例 This legal case could set an important precedent for future disputes. 這起法律案件可能為未來的糾紛奠定一個重要的先例。
898. dispute 爭執;糾紛 The two departments are currently involved in a dispute over the budget allocation. 兩個部門目前正陷入關於預算分配的糾紛中。
899. referee 裁判;推薦人 Please list three professional referees who can attest to your work experience. 請列出三位能證明您工作經驗的專業推薦人。
900. umpire 裁判 The umpire's decision is final and cannot be challenged by the players. 裁判的決定是最終決定,球員不得挑戰。
901. cringe 畏縮;感到尷尬 I cringe whenever I think about the embarrassing mistake I made during the presentation. 每當我想到自己在簡報中犯下的尷尬錯誤時,我都會感到難為情(畏縮)。
902. tardy 遲到的;緩慢的 The employee was given a warning for being consistently tardy to morning meetings. 該員工因早會經常遲到而受到警告。
903. susceptible 易受影響的;敏感的 Older people and young children are more susceptible to viral infections during the winter. 老年人和幼兒在冬季更容易受到病毒感染。
904. tactic 戰術;策略 The marketing team is developing a new tactic to attract more customers to the store. 行銷團隊正在制定一種新策略,以吸引更多顧客來到店裡。
905. tackle 處理;解決 We need to tackle the issue of declining sales before it becomes a major crisis. 我們需要在銷售下滑問題演變成重大危機之前解決它。
906. subsequent 隨後的 The initial project was a success, leading to several subsequent contracts for the firm. 最初的專案取得了成功,隨後為公司帶來了幾份後續合約。
907. subsidiary 子公司;輔助的 Our company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of a large multinational corporation. 我們公司是一家大型跨國公司的全資子公司。
908. steering wheel 方向盤 Always keep both hands on the steering wheel while driving for maximum safety. 駕駛時始終雙手握住方向盤,以確保最大程度的安全。
909. statute 法規;章程 The new statute regarding environmental protection will come into effect next year. 關於環境保護的新法規將於明年生效。
910. spontaneous 自發的;自然的 The audience broke into spontaneous applause at the end of the moving performance. 動人的演出結束時,觀眾爆發出發自內心的掌聲。
911. smuggle 走私;偷運 The customs officers caught a man trying to smuggle illegal goods across the border. 海關官員抓獲一名企圖越境走私非法貨物的男子。
912. collateral damage 附帶損害 In any major corporate restructuring, there is often a certain amount of collateral damage. 在任何大型企業重組中,往往會產生一定程度的附帶損害。
913. seniority 年資;輩份 Promotions within the company are based on performance rather than just seniority. 公司內部的晉升是基於績效,而不僅僅是年資。
914. seniority system 年功序列制 Some traditional firms still use a seniority system to determine employee salaries. 一些傳統公司仍使用年功序列制(年資制)來決定員工薪資。
915. sculpture 雕塑 The lobby of the office building features a beautiful modern sculpture by a local artist. 辦公大樓的大廳展出了一件由當地藝術家創作的精美現代雕塑。
916. scheme 方案;陰謀 The government has launched a new scheme to encourage small businesses to invest. 政府推出了一項新方案,鼓勵小企業進行投資。
917. screw 螺絲;搞砸 I'm afraid I really screwed up the formatting of the financial report. 我恐怕真的把財務報告的格式搞砸了。
918. rival 對手;競爭 The two software companies are fierce rivals in the international market. 這兩家軟體公司在國際市場上是激烈的競爭對手。
919. retrieval 檢索;取回 The system allows for the quick retrieval of information from the central database. 該系統允許從中央資料庫快速檢索資訊。
920. detrimental 有害的;不利的 Smoking has a highly detrimental effect on your long-term health and well-being. 吸菸對您的長期健康和福祉有極大的負面(有害)影響。
921. resume 履歷表;恢復 Please remember to bring a printed copy of your resume to the interview tomorrow. 請記得帶一份印好的履歷表參加明天的面試。
922. respire 呼吸 Living organisms need oxygen to respire and produce energy for their cells. 生物需要氧氣來呼吸並為其細胞產生能量。
923. resort 度假村;手段 We should only use legal action as a last resort when all other options have failed. 當所有其他方案都失敗時,我們才應將法律行動視為最後手段。
924. requisite 必要的;必要條件 Having a degree in finance is a requisite for applying for this senior position. 擁有財務學位是申請這個高階職位的必要條件。
925. requisition 徵用;正式請求 The department head filed a requisition for new office furniture and equipment. 部門主管提交了一份更換新辦公傢俱和設備的正式請求。
926. dilute 稀釋;淡化 You should dilute the concentrated cleaning solution with water before using it. 使用前,您應該先加水稀釋濃縮清潔液。
927. dilate 擴張;擴大 The doctor used special eye drops to dilate the patient's pupils for the examination. 醫生使用特殊的眼藥水來擴張病人的瞳孔以便檢查。
928. disparage 貶低;輕視 It's unprofessional to disparage your competitors in front of potential clients. 在潛在客戶面前貶低你的競爭對手是不專業的。
929. disbursement 支出;付款 The finance department is responsible for the disbursement of all company funds. 財務部負責所有公司資金的支出(撥款)。
930. docile 溫順的 The manager was looking for a docile assistant who would follow instructions perfectly. 經理正在尋找一位聽話(溫順)且能完美執行指令的助理。
931. textile 紡織品 The country is a major exporter of high-quality textile products and garments. 該國是高品質紡織品和服裝的主要出口國。
932. apron 圍裙;停機坪 The chef put on a clean white apron before starting to prepare the evening meal. 廚師在開始準備晚餐前換上了一件乾淨的白圍裙。
933. insinuation 暗示;影射 The manager's insinuation that some staff were lazy caused a lot of resentment. 經理暗示某些員工偷懶,這引起了很大的不滿(怨恨)。
934. slander 誹謗;詆毀 The politician threatened to sue the newspaper for slander after the article was published. 在文章發表後,這位政治家威脅要控告該報紙誹謗。
935. bracelet 手鐲 She wore a beautiful gold bracelet that had been passed down through her family. 她戴著一隻家族傳承下來的精美金手鐲。
936. tribute 致敬;貢品 The memorial service was a moving tribute to the former CEO's life and career. 追思會是對前執行長一生和職業生涯的動人致敬。
937. delinquent 拖欠的;違法的 The bank is taking legal action against customers with seriously delinquent accounts. 銀行正對嚴重拖欠帳款的客戶採取法律行動。
938. vinegar A simple dressing made of olive oil and balsamic vinegar is perfect for a salad. 用橄欖油和巴薩米克醋製作的簡單醬汁非常適合沙拉。
939. maternity leave 產假 She is planning to take six months of maternity leave after her baby is born. 她計畫在寶寶出生後休六個月的產假。
940. maternity 懷孕;母性 The hospital has a specialized maternity ward for expectant mothers and newborns. 醫院設有專門的產科病房,為準媽媽和新生兒提供服務。
941. persecute 迫害 Throughout history, many groups have been persecuted for their religious beliefs. 縱觀歷史,許多群體因其宗教信仰而遭受迫害。
942. prosecute 起訴;檢舉 The district attorney's office decided to prosecute the suspect for tax fraud. 地方檢察官辦公室決定對嫌疑人以稅務欺詐罪提起起訴。
943. vest 背心;授予 The authority to approve major investments is vested in the board of directors. 批准重大投資的權限被授予(賦予)董事會。
944. expedient 權宜之計;方便的 Sometimes a quick fix is the most expedient solution to an urgent problem. 有時,快速修復是解決緊急問題最權宜(方便)的方案。
945. defer 推遲;延期 We decided to defer the launch of the new product until the market improves. 我們決定推遲新產品的發布,直到市場好轉。
946. cling 緊抓;堅持 Many traditional firms still cling to outdated management practices and hierarchies. 許多傳統公司仍堅持(依附)過時的管理做法和等級制度。
947. corset 馬甲;束腹 In the 19th century, it was common for women to wear tight corsets under their dresses. 在 19 世紀,女性在洋裝下穿著緊身馬甲是很普遍的。
948. averse 厭惡的;反對的 Most investors are risk-averse and prefer to put their money in stable assets. 大多數投資者都厭惡風險,偏好將資金投入穩定的資產中。
949. succumb 屈服;死於 Sadly, the elderly patient succumbed to his illness after a long battle. 遺憾的是,這位高齡病人在長期鬥爭後死於疾病(屈服於病魔)。
950. kitchenette 小廚房 The studio apartment features a small kitchenette with a stove and a microwave. 這間套房設有一個帶爐子和微波爐的小廚房。
951. kitchenette 小廚房 We had a small kitchenette in our office where we could prepare coffee and snacks. 我們辦公室有一個小廚房,我們可以在那裡準備咖啡和點心。
952. juvenile delinquent 青少年罪犯 The program aims to rehabilitate juvenile delinquents and help them find jobs. 該計畫旨在輔導(更生)青少年罪犯並幫助他們找到工作。
953. insanitary 不衛生的 The restaurant was closed by health inspectors due to extremely insanitary conditions. 該餐廳因極度不衛生的環境被衛生檢查員關閉。
954. indispensable 不可或缺的 Effective communication is indispensable for the success of any collaborative project. 有效的溝通對於任何合作專案的成功都是不可或缺的。
955. dispensable 可有可無的 During the budget cuts, many non-essential services were deemed dispensable. 在削減預算期間,許多非核心服務被認為是可有可無的。
956. incumbent 現任者;義不容辭的 It is incumbent on the management to ensure that all safety regulations are followed. 管理層有責任(義不容辭)確保所有安全規定都得到遵守。
957. incense 香;激怒 The smell of burning incense filled the temple and created a peaceful atmosphere. 燃香的味道充滿了寺廟,營造出寧靜的氛圍。
958. vicinity 附近;鄰近地區 There are several excellent restaurants located in the vicinity of the hotel. 飯店附近有幾家非常棒的餐廳。
959. quantitative 定量的;數量的 The researchers conducted a quantitative study to analyze the impact of the new policy. 研究人員進行了一項定量研究,以分析新政策的影響。
960. assault 攻擊;襲擊 The security guard was injured during a violent assault by a group of protesters. 保全在受到一群抗議者的暴力襲擊中受傷。
961. drastic 激烈的;嚴厲的 The company had to take drastic measures to avoid going bankrupt during the crisis. 該公司不得不採取嚴厲措施,以避免在危機期間破產。
962. lapsed policy 失效保單 If you forget to pay your premiums, your insurance coverage will become a lapsed policy. 如果您忘記支付保費,您的保險合約將變成失效保單。
963. custodian 管理員;保管人 The bank acts as the custodian of the legal documents for the duration of the loan. 在貸款期間,銀行擔任這些法律文件的保管人。
964. in the wake of 隨著...之後 In the wake of the recent scandal, the CEO decided to resign effective immediately. 在最近的醜聞發生後(隨著醜聞之後),執行長決定立即辭職。
965. in the vicinity of 在...附近 The property is located in the vicinity of the city's main transportation hub. 該物業位於城市主要交通樞紐附近。
966. impatient 不耐煩的 Customers quickly become impatient if they are forced to wait for more than ten minutes. 如果被迫等待超過十分鐘,顧客很快就會變得不耐煩。
967. hereinafter 在下文中 The agreement between the two parties, hereinafter referred to as "the contract," is binding. 雙方之間的協議(在下文中簡稱為「本合約」)具有約束力。
968. herein 此中;於此 The terms and conditions set forth herein shall govern the use of the website. 此中(本文)載明的條款和條件將規範網站的使用。
969. help oneself to 自行取用 Please help yourself to the refreshments provided in the back of the conference room. 請自行取用會議室後方提供的茶點。
970. heart attack 心臟病發作 Stress and poor diet are two major risk factors that can lead to a heart attack. 壓力大和飲食不良是可能導致心臟病發作的兩個主要風險因素。
971. hallmark 特徵;標誌 Attention to detail is a hallmark of the company's commitment to quality. 注重細節是公司對品質承諾的一項標誌(特徵)。
972. grievance 不滿;委屈 Employees can use the formal procedure to voice any grievances they have with management. 員工可以使用正式程序向管理層反映他們的不滿(委屈)。
973. graze 吃草;擦傷 He accidentally grazed his knee while walking through the narrow hallway. 他走過狹窄走廊時不小心擦傷了膝蓋。
974. gaze 凝視 She stood by the window and gazed out at the city skyline for several minutes. 她站在窗邊,凝視著城市的空中輪廓線好幾分鐘。
975. profess 聲稱;公開表明 The company continues to profess its commitment to environmental sustainability. 公司繼續聲稱其對環境永續發展的承諾。
976. unveil 揭幕;公佈 The technology giant is expected to unveil its latest smartphone at the event tonight. 這家科技巨頭預計將在今晚的活動中公佈(揭開)其新款智慧型手機。
977. prevail 盛行;戰勝 After a long period of uncertainty, we hope that common sense will finally prevail. 在長期的不確定性之後,我們希望常識最終能戰勝一切(盛行)。
978. predicate 斷定;基於 Our success is predicated on our ability to adapt quickly to changing market conditions. 我們的成功基於(取決於)我們快速適應市場變化能力。
979. perspire 流汗 It was so hot in the office that everyone started to perspire despite the fans. 辦公室裡太熱了,儘管有電風扇,大家還是開始流汗。
980. soluble 可溶的;可解決的 The powder is easily soluble in warm water and can be taken as a dietary supplement. 這種粉末易溶於溫水,可作為營養補充品。
981. turbine 渦輪機 The wind farm uses several massive turbines to generate electricity for the region. 風力發電場使用幾台巨大的渦輪機為該地區發電。
982. turbulence 亂流;動盪 The aircraft experienced some minor turbulence while flying over the mountain range. 飛機在飛越山脈時遇到了一些輕微的亂流。
983. spring break 春假 Many college students go on vacation during spring break to relax after exams. 許多大學生在春假期間去度假,在考試後放鬆一下。
984. pledge 保證;誓言 The company has made a formal pledge to reduce its carbon footprint by 50%. 公司已做出正式保證(承諾),將減少 50% 的碳足跡。
985. emission 排放;排放物 The new regulations aim to reduce the amount of harmful emissions from factories. 新規定旨在減少工廠排放的有毒物質。
986. hydrotherapy 水療 The resort offers a variety of hydrotherapy treatments to help guests relax and recover. 度假村提供多種水療療程,幫助賓客放鬆和康復。
987. colon 冒號;結腸 Use a colon to introduce a list of items or to separate two independent clauses. 使用冒號來引導項目列表或分隔兩個獨立子句。
988. ukelele 烏克麗麗 The ukelele is a popular stringed instrument that is relatively easy to learn. 烏克麗麗是一種受歡迎的弦樂器,相對來說比較容易學習。
989. plow 犁;耕地 The farmer used a tractor to plow the field before planting the new crops. 農民在播種新作物前使用耕耘機來耕地。
990. provided that 假如;以...為條件 We can accept the offer, provided that the company agrees to our terms of payment. 只要(假如)公司同意我們的支付條款,我們就可以接受這項提議。
991. practical 實際的;實用的 While the idea is interesting, we need to consider the more practical aspects of it. 雖然這個主意很有趣,但我們需要考慮它更實際的方面。
992. practicable 可行的 It's important to ensure that the proposed solution is both efficient and practicable. 確保提議的解決方案既有效又可行是非常重要的。
993. portray 描繪;飾演 The actor was praised for his ability to portray complex and sensitive characters. 這位演員因其飾演複雜且敏感角色的能力而受到稱讚。
994. plywood 夾板 Plywood is a versatile building material that is often used in furniture construction. 夾板是一種多功能的建築材料,常用於家具製造。
995. plumber 水電工;水管工人 We need to call a plumber to fix the leak in the kitchen's main water pipe. 我們需要請水電工來修理廚房主水管的洩漏。
996. plot 情節;陰謀 The movie has a very complex plot that keeps the audience guessing until the end. 這部電影的情節非常複雜,讓觀眾一直猜到最後。
997. plead not guilty 辯稱無罪 The defendant decided to plead not guilty to all the charges against him. 被告決定對所有針對他的指控辯稱無罪。
998. plead guilty 認罪 In exchange for a lighter sentence, the suspect agreed to plead guilty to the crime. 為了換取較輕的刑期,嫌疑人同意對該罪行認罪。
999. plaid 格子花紋;格子布 He wore a stylish plaid shirt to the casual office gathering on Friday afternoon. 他穿著一件時尚的格子襯衫參加週五下午辦公室的休閒聚會。
1000. pitfall 陷阱;隱患 One of the common pitfalls of starting a new business is underestimating the costs. 創業的一個常見陷阱(隱患)是低估了成本。
1001. pitiful 可憐的;令人鄙視的 It was a pitiful sight to see the once-great company struggle for survival. 看到這家曾經偉大的公司為了生存而掙扎,真是一個令人同情的景象。
1002. pink slip 解僱通知單 Receiving a pink slip is never easy, but it can be an opportunity for a fresh start. 收到解僱通知單(被解雇)絕非易事,但它可能是一個重新開始的機會。
1003. personify 擬人化;象徵 The company's brand aims to personify the values of reliability and innovation. 公司的品牌旨在象徵(體現)可靠和創新的價值觀。
1004. personalize 使個人化 You can personalize your workspace with photos and plants to make it more comfortable. 您可以用照片和植物來個性化(個人化)您的工作空間,使其更舒適。
1005. personalise 使個人化 The marketing team is looking for ways to personalise our services for each client. 行銷團隊正在尋找為每位客戶提供個性化服務的方法。
1006. perishable 易腐爛的 Perishable goods such as dairy and meat must be transported in refrigerated trucks. 易腐敗貨物(如乳製品和肉類)必須使用冷藏車運輸。
1007. pediatrician 小兒科醫師 The new clinic is looking to hire an experienced pediatrician to join its medical staff. 新診所正尋求聘請一位經驗豐富的小兒科醫師加入其醫療團隊。
1008. align with 與...結盟;一致 Our marketing strategy needs to align with the company's overall long-term goals. 我們的行銷策略需要與公司的整體長期目標保持一致。
1009. symptom 症狀 A persistent cough and fatigue are common symptoms of the seasonal flu. 持續咳嗽和疲勞是季節性流感的常見症狀。
1010. palatable 美味的;可接受的 The proposed budget cuts were not very palatable to the department heads. 提議的預算削減對部門主管來說並不是那麼容易接受。
1011. problematic 有問題的 The lack of clear communication between departments has become very problematic. 部門間缺乏清晰的溝通已變得非常有問題(棘手)。
1012. monopoly on sth 對某事物的壟斷 For many years, the government held a strict monopoly on the telecommunications industry. 多年來,政府對電信產業保持著嚴格的壟斷。
1013. pull the plug 終止;放棄 The investors decided to pull the plug on the project after it failed to meet expectations. 在專案未能達到預期後,投資者決定終止(拔掉插頭)該專案。
1014. Paypal 第三方支付平台 Many e-commerce websites offer Paypal as a secure and convenient payment option. 許多電商網站提供 Paypal 作為安全便捷的支付選項。
1015. economical 經濟實惠的 The new hybrid car is much more economical to run than our previous company vehicle. 這款新的油電混合動力車的運行成本比我們之前的公司車輛更經濟實惠。
1016. economic 經濟的 The country is facing a major economic crisis due to rising inflation and high unemployment. 由於通貨膨脹上升和高失業率,該國正面臨嚴重的經濟危機。
1017. malfunction 故障;失靈 The factory was forced to shut down for several hours due to a technical malfunction. 由於技術故障,工廠被迫停工數小時。
1018. salmon 鮭魚 The restaurant's signature dish is grilled Atlantic salmon with a lemon butter sauce. 該餐廳的招牌菜是搭配檸檬奶油醬的烤大西洋鮭魚。
1019. hear out 聽完 Please hear me out before you make any final decisions about the proposal. 在您對提案做出任何最終決定之前,請先聽我說完。
1020. from time to time 偶爾;有時 It's important to review your financial goals from time to time to ensure you're on track. 偶爾審視您的財務目標以確保步入正軌是很重要的。
1021. propaganda 宣傳;鼓吹 The government's propaganda campaign aimed to increase public support for the new law. 政府的宣傳活動旨在增加公眾對新法律的支持。
1022. probation period 試用期 New employees are required to complete a three-month probation period before being finalized. 新員工在正式轉正前需要完成為期三個月的試用期。
1023. probation 緩刑;試用期 He was placed on probation after being found guilty of a minor offense. 他在被判輕微罪行有罪後被處以緩刑。
1024. liter 公升 The price of gasoline has increased by several cents per liter over the past week. 過去一週汽油價格每公升上漲了幾分錢。
1025. obedience 服從;順從 The military demands absolute obedience and discipline from all its members. 軍方要求所有成員絕對服從和遵守紀律。
1026. obesity 肥胖 Childhood obesity is a growing concern for health professionals around the world. 兒童肥胖是全球健康專家日益關注的問題。
1027. inaugurate 就職;開創 The new president will be inaugurated in a formal ceremony held in the capital city. 新總統將在首都舉行的正式儀式中就職。
1028. hilarious 極好笑的 The comedian's performance was absolutely hilarious and kept the audience laughing. 那位喜劇演員的表演非常滑稽,逗得全場大笑。
1029. heredity 遺傳 Scientists are studying the role of heredity in determining a person's risk for certain diseases. 科學家正在研究遺傳在決定一個人罹患某些疾病風險中的作用。
1030. wurst 香腸 German cuisine is famous for its wide variety of traditional sausages, such as bratwurst. 德國料理以其多樣化的傳統香腸(如德式香腸)聞名。
1031. economic sanction 經濟制裁 The international community imposed strict economic sanctions on the country for its actions. 國際社會因該國的行為對其施加了嚴厲的經濟制裁。
1032. hang over 籠罩;威脅 The threat of a potential layoff continued to hang over the employees for several months. 裁員的威脅持續籠罩在員工頭上好幾個月。
1033. pull through 渡過難關 With the help of the government bailout, the company was able to pull through the crisis. 在政府紓困的幫助下,公司得以渡過難關。
1034. robber 強盜 The police are searching for the masked robber who broke into the bank yesterday morning. 警方正在搜尋昨天上午闖入銀行的蒙面強盜。
1035. double occupancy room 雙人房 The hotel's room rates are based on a double occupancy room unless otherwise stated. 飯店房價除非另有說明,否則以雙人房為準。
1036. strive 努力;奮鬥 We should always strive to provide the best possible service to our valued customers. 我們應始終努力(奮鬥)為我們尊貴的客戶提供最好的服務。
1037. right after 緊接著;隨即 I will start working on the report right after I finish my lunch meeting. 我午餐會議一結束(緊接著)就會開始寫報告。
1038. come down with cold 染上感冒 Many staff members have come down with a cold due to the sudden change in weather. 由於天氣突然變化,許多員工都染上了感冒。
1039. torso 軀幹 The athlete suffered a serious injury to his torso during the high-impact competition. 運動員在激烈的比賽中軀幹受到重傷。
1040. courier 快遞員;信差 We sent the important documents to the Tokyo office via a reliable international courier. 我們透過可靠的國際快遞將重要文件寄往東京辦公室。
1041. hesitant 猶豫的 The manager was hesitant to approve the new project due to concerns about the budget. 由於對預算的擔憂,經理對批准新專案感到猶豫。
1042. disposable 用完即丟的 Many coffee shops are moving away from using disposable cups to reduce plastic waste. 許多咖啡店正不再使用拋棄式(用完即丟)杯子,以減少塑膠垃圾。
1043. disposable income 可支配所得 Lower taxes can lead to an increase in the amount of disposable income for consumers. 減稅可以增加消費者的可支配所得金額。
1044. vomit up 嘔吐出來 The patient began to vomit up his medication shortly after taking it. 病人在服藥後不久就開始把藥嘔吐出來。
1045. vomit 嘔吐 Food poisoning can cause severe stomach pain, nausea, and frequent vomit. 食物中毒可能導致嚴重的胃痛、噁心和頻繁嘔吐。
1046. in disguise 偽裝;喬裝 The famous actor arrived at the airport in disguise to avoid being recognized by fans. 那位著名演員偽裝抵達機場,以避免被粉絲認出來。
1047. astonished 驚訝的 I was absolutely astonished to hear that the company had been sold for such a high price. 聽說公司以如此高價出售,我感到非常驚訝。
1048. cultural discrepancy 文化差異 Understanding cultural discrepancies is essential for success in international business. 了解文化差異對於在國際商務中取得成功至關重要。
1049. discrepancy 差異;不符 The accountant discovered a major discrepancy between the reported sales and the actual data. 會計師發現申報銷售額與實際數據之間存在重大差異。
1050. litter 垃圾;亂丟 Please do not litter in the park and make sure to use the provided trash cans. 請不要在公園亂丟垃圾,並確保使用提供的垃圾桶。
1051. diabetic 糖尿病患者 The hospital provides specialized care and education for both type 1 and type 2 diabetics. 醫院為第一型和第二型糖尿病患者提供專業照護與衛教。
1052. abyss 深淵 The company's financial situation continued to decline, pushing it closer to the abyss. 公司的財務狀況持續下滑,使其更接近(破產的)深淵。
1053. arable 可耕種的 Only a small percentage of the country's land is suitable for arable farming. 該國僅有很小比例的土地適合耕種。
1054. forthright 直率的 The manager was very forthright about the challenges facing the department this year. 經理對於今年部門面臨的挑戰表現得非常直率。
1055. mountainside 山腰;山坡 The luxury resort is located on a beautiful mountainside overlooking the valley. 豪華度假村位於俯瞰山谷的美麗山腰上。
1056. contiguous 鄰近的;接觸的 The two companies are located in contiguous buildings in the downtown business district. 這兩家公司位於市中心商業區相鄰的(鄰近的)大樓中。
1057. grasp 抓緊;領會 It took me a while to fully grasp the complex concepts presented in the technical manual. 我花了一些時間才完全領會(理解)技術手冊中呈現的複雜概念。
1058. bewilder 使困惑 The sudden change in company policy seemed to bewilder many of the employees. 公司政策的突然改變似乎讓許多員工感到困惑。
1059. aerodynamic 空氣動力學的 The new car model features a highly aerodynamic design to improve fuel efficiency. 這款新車型採用高度空氣動力學設計以提高燃油效率。
1060. aerocraft 航空器 The museum features a large collection of historic aerocraft from different eras. 博物館收藏了來自不同時代的大量歷史航空器。
1061. counter sample 對等樣品 We need to provide a counter sample to the client for their final approval. 我們需要向客戶提供一份對等樣品以供其最終核准。
1062. parlor 店舖;客廳 The town has a charming old-fashioned ice cream parlor that is very popular in the summer. 鎮上有家迷人的老式冰淇淋店,夏天非常受歡迎。
1063. cartridge 墨水匣 Please remember to order replacement ink cartridges for the office printer. 請記得為辦公室印表機訂購更換用的墨水匣。
1064. overhead 經常性開支 The company is looking for ways to reduce its monthly overhead and improve its profits. 公司正在尋找減少每月經常性開支(管理費用)並提高利潤的方法。
1065. across 橫過;穿過 The new bridge will make it much easier to travel across the river to the downtown area. 新橋將使橫跨河流前往市中心區域變得更加容易。
1066. swing 搖擺;揮動 The pendulum of the clock continued to swing back and forth with steady rhythm. 時鐘的擺錘繼續以穩定的節奏來回搖擺。
1067. assent 同意;贊成 The board of directors gave its formal assent to the proposed merger agreement. 董事會正式同意(贊成)提議的合併協議。
1068. accommodation note 融通票據 An accommodation note is a type of financial instrument used to provide credit support. 融通票據是一種用於提供信用支持的金融工具。
1069. dysfunction 功能障礙;失調 The recent technical problems are a result of a major dysfunction in the system's software. 最近的技術問題是系統軟體重大失調(功能障礙)的結果。
1070. propose 提議;求婚 The marketing manager decided to propose a new advertising campaign to the board. 行銷經理決定向董事會提議一項新的廣告活動。
1071. remit 匯款;免除 Many migrant workers remit a large portion of their earnings to their families overseas. 許多外籍勞工將大部分收入匯款給海外的家人。
1072. perseverance 毅力;堅持不懈 It took a lot of perseverance and hard work to finally complete the challenging project. 完成這項具挑戰性的專案需要極大的毅力和努力。
1073. baring 除非;裸露 Baring any unforeseen complications, the project should be completed on schedule. 除非(排除)有任何不可預見的併發症,否則專案應能按計畫完成。
1074. disastrous 災難性的 The earthquake had a disastrous impact on the region's infrastructure and economy. 地震對該地區的基礎建設和經濟產生了災難性的影響。
1075. beneficiary 受益人 She is the sole beneficiary of her late uncle's estate and business interests. 她是她已故伯父遺產和商業利益的唯一受益人。
1076. thrill 興奮;顫慄 It was a great thrill for the young intern to meet the company's famous founder. 對這位年輕實習生來說,見到公司著名的創始人真是一大快事(興奮)。
1077. pollen 花粉 Many people suffer from seasonal allergies caused by the high levels of pollen in the air. 許多人因空氣中高含量的花粉而遭受季節性過敏。
1078. soundly 酣睡地;完全地 After a long day at the office, he slept soundly through the entire night. 在辦公室忙了一整天後,他整晚都酣然入夢(酣睡)。
1079. corner 角落;困境;壟斷 The company attempted to corner the market by buying up all of its smaller competitors. 該公司企圖透過收購所有較小的競爭對手來壟斷市場。
1080. roll up 捲起;到達 We need to roll up our sleeves and get to work if we want to finish the project on time. 如果我們想準時完成專案,我們需要捲起袖子開始工作了。
1081. swell 腫脹;膨脹 The economy is expected to swell as new investments continue to flow into the country. 隨著新投資持續流入該國,預計經濟將會增長(膨脹)。
1082. wrist 手腕 He strained his wrist while trying to lift the heavy boxes in the warehouse. 他在搬運倉庫裡的重箱子時扭傷了手腕。
1083. so as to 為了;以便 We decided to leave early so as to avoid the heavy traffic during the morning commute. 我們決定早點出發,以便避開早間通勤的繁忙交通。
1084. come down with 染上 I think I'm starting to come down with a cold, so I should probably stay home today. 我覺得我開始染上感冒了,所以我今天可能應該留在家裡。
1085. call in sick 請病假 If you are not feeling well, please remember to call in sick as early as possible. 如果您感到不適,請記得儘早打電話請病假。
1086. allergic 過敏的 He is highly allergic to peanuts and must be very careful when eating out at restaurants. 他對花生嚴重過敏,在餐廳就餐時必須非常小心。
1087. jet lag 時差 It took her several days to recover from the jet lag after her long flight from London. 從倫敦長途飛行回來後,她花了幾天時間才從時差中恢復過來。
1088. possession 擁有;財產 The company was forced to sell off many of its valuable possessions to pay its debts. 公司被迫賣掉許多有價值的財產來償還債務。
1089. immigration 移民;入境檢查 Travelers arriving from international destinations must go through immigration and customs. 從國際目的地抵達的旅客必須通過入境檢查和海關。
1090. custom 習俗;海關 It is important to respect the local customs and traditions when traveling to a foreign country. 前往國外旅遊時,尊重當地的習俗和傳統是很重要的。
1091. accommodation 住宿;適應 The hotel provides excellent accommodation and services for both business and leisure travelers. 飯店為商務和休閒旅客提供優質的住宿和服務。
1092. crate 木箱;貨箱 The fragile equipment was carefully packed in a heavy wooden crate for shipping. 易碎設備被小心地包裝在沉重的木箱中以便運輸。
1093. tumbling 翻滾;跌倒 The stock market experienced a period of tumbling prices due to the economic uncertainty. 由於經濟不確定性,股市經歷了一段價格大跌(翻滾)的時期。
1094. shortly 不久;立刻 The manager will be with you shortly, so please have a seat in the waiting area. 經理很快就會過來,請在候客區坐一下。
1095. respectively 分別地;各自地 The two winners were from Tokyo and Seoul, respectively. 這兩位獲勝者分別來自東京和首爾。
1096. stock up on 囤積;儲備 We should stock up on office supplies while they are on sale at the local store. 我們應該趁當地商店特價時儲備(囤積)一些辦公用品。
1097. favorable 有利的;贊同的 The results of the market survey were very favorable toward our new product line. 市場調查結果對我們的新產品線非常有利。
1098. make an address 發表演說 The CEO was invited to make an address at the graduation ceremony of the local university. 執行長受邀在當地大學的畢業典禮上發表演說。
1099. enroll 註冊;登記 You can enroll in the new professional development course through the company's portal. 您可以透過公司門戶網站註冊參加新的專業發展課程。
1100. groundbreaking 開創性的;動土 The company's groundbreaking research has led to the development of a new life-saving drug. 公司的開創性研究促成了一種新型救命藥物的開發。
1101. vacate 空出;騰出;撤離 The landlord asked the tenants to vacate the property by the end of the month. 房東要求房客在月底前遷出該物業。
1102. utilities 公用事業費用 The monthly rent includes all utilities such as electricity, water, and heating. 每月租金包含所有雜費(水電費),如電費、水費和暖氣費。
1103. minutes 會議記錄 The secretary is responsible for taking the minutes during the weekly staff meeting. 秘書負責在每週員工會議期間做會議記錄。
1104. merchandise 商品;貨物 The new collection of holiday merchandise is now available in all of our retail stores. 新的節日商品系列現在已在我們所有的零售店上市。
1105. conveniently 方便地 The hotel is conveniently located near several major public transportation hubs. 飯店交通便利,鄰近幾個主要的公共交通樞紐。
1106. fill out 填寫 Please make sure to fill out the application form completely before submitting it. 請確保在提交前完整填寫申請表。
1107. straight up 直率地;不加冰 I ordered a martini straight up with a twist of lemon. 我點了一杯不加冰(純飲)的馬丁尼,加了點檸檬皮。
1108. brothel 妓院 The local police conducted a raid on an illegal brothel operating in the basement. 當地警方突擊搜查了一家經營在地下室的非法妓院。
1109. stain 污漬;玷污 Red wine can leave a permanent stain on white fabric if it is not treated immediately. 如果不立即處理,紅酒會在白色織物上留下永久污漬。
1110. helmet 安全帽;頭盔 All construction workers are required to wear a safety helmet while on the job site. 所有建築工人在工地時都必須戴安全帽。
1111. make a fist 握拳 The doctor asked the patient to make a fist to check the strength of his hand. 醫生要求病人握拳以檢查他手的力量。
1112. right-handed 慣用右手的 Most people are right-handed, but a significant minority use their left hand instead. 大多數人是慣用右手的,但也有相當一部分人使用左手。
1113. represent 代表;象徵 A legal representative will represent the company in court during the trial. 在審判期間,一名法律代表將代表公司出庭。
1114. security deposit 保證金;押金 You are required to pay a security deposit of one month's rent before moving in. 入住前,您需要支付相當於一個月租金的押金。
1115. owe 欠;感激 I still owe the company several hundred dollars for the travel advances I received. 我還欠公司幾百美元的出差預支款。
1116. pay back 償還;報復 He promised to pay back the loan in full by the end of the next fiscal year. 他承諾在下一個會計年度結束前全額償還貸款。
1117. hesitate 猶豫 Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or concerns. 如果您有任何進一步的問題或疑慮,請隨時(不要猶豫)聯絡我。
1118. throw 丟;擲 The manager decided to throw a party to celebrate the team's successful project launch. 經理決定舉辦一場派對來慶祝團隊專案的成功啟動。
1119. put off 拖延;推遲 Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today. 今日事今日畢(絕不要把今天能做的事拖延到明天)。
1120. stuck 卡住的;困住的 I got stuck in a heavy traffic jam and arrived late for the important client meeting. 我被困在嚴重的交通堵塞中,導致重要客戶會議遲到。
1121. overseas 海外的 The company is planning to expand its operations into several overseas markets. 公司正計劃將業務擴展到多個海外市場。
1122. apologize 道歉 I would like to apologize for the delay in responding to your email inquiry. 對於回覆您的電子郵件詢問有所延誤,我深表歉意。
1123. farewell 告別 The department held a small farewell dinner for the retiring office manager. 部門為即將退休的辦公室經理舉行了一場小型的告別晚宴。
1124. scarf 圍巾 She wore a stylish silk scarf to add a touch of elegance to her professional attire. 她戴著一條時尚的絲巾,為她的專業裝束增添了一抹優雅。
1125. alphabetical 按字母順序的 The client files are organized in alphabetical order for easy retrieval. 客戶檔案按字母順序排列,以便快速檢索。
1126. move up the ranks 晉升 He worked hard for many years to slowly move up the ranks within the organization. 他努力工作多年,在組織內部慢慢晉升。
1127. understaffed 人手不足的 The customer service department is currently understaffed due to recent resignations. 由於最近有人辭職,客服部門目前人手不足。
1128. socialize 交際;社交 The company's holiday party is a great opportunity for staff to socialize and have fun. 公司的節日派對是員工進行社交和娛樂的好機會。
1129. punch out 下班打卡 Please remember to punch out before leaving the office at the end of the day. 下班離開辦公室前請記得打卡。
1130. implement 實施;執行 The company is planning to implement a new performance review system next month. 公司計畫下個月實施新的績效評核系統。
1131. designate 指定;指派 The manager decided to designate a small team to handle the sensitive project. 經理決定指定一個小團隊來處理這個敏感專案。
1132. appoint 任命;約定 The board of directors voted to appoint a new CEO effective immediately. 董事會投票決定立即任命新任執行長。
1133. go with 伴隨;搭配 I think the blue tie would go well with your gray suit for the presentation. 我覺得這條藍色領帶搭配你的灰色西裝參加簡報會很合適。
1134. hold my stuff 幫我拿東西 Could you please hold my stuff for a second while I sign these documents? 我簽署這些文件時,可以請您幫我拿一下東西嗎?
1135. return policy 退貨政策 Please read our company's return policy carefully before making any purchases. 購買前請仔細閱讀我們公司的退貨政策。
1136. reissue 重新發行;補發 If you lose your corporate credit card, the bank will reissue a new one within a week. 如果您遺失了公司信用卡,銀行將在一週內補發新卡。
1137. rack 架子;折磨 The server room is filled with several large equipment racks and cooling systems. 機房內擺放著幾台大型設備架和冷卻系統。
1138. reduction 減少;折扣 The company is planning a significant reduction in its monthly operating expenses. 公司正計劃大幅減少每月的營運開支。
1139. mark up 漲價 Retailers often mark up the price of goods to cover their overhead and make a profit. 零售商通常會調漲商品價格以支付經常性開支並獲取利潤。
1140. mark down 降價 Many items in the store have been marked down as part of the seasonal clearance sale. 作為季節性清倉特賣的一部分,店內許多商品都已降價。
1141. proceeds 收益;收入 All proceeds from the charity auction will go toward supporting local schools. 慈善拍賣的所有收益將用於資助當地學校。
1142. chain store 連鎖店 The large retail chain store has hundreds of locations throughout the country. 這家大型零售連鎖店在全國擁有數百個據點。
1143. lawnmower 除草機 The facility manager purchased a new electric lawnmower to maintain the office grounds. 設施經理購買了一台新的電動除草機來維護辦公區域的綠地。
1144. wig 假髮 The actor wore a realistic wig to transform into the character for the movie. 演員戴著一頂逼真的假髮,為電影變身為該角色。
1145. road works 道路施工 Commuters should expect delays due to major road works on the main highway. 由於主要高速公路上的重大道路施工,通勤者應預期會有延誤。
1146. negligence 疏忽;過失 The company was sued for negligence after a customer was injured on its premises. 在一名顧客在其場所內受傷後,公司因疏忽被起訴。
1147. be towed away 被拖吊 Vehicles parked illegally in the designated fire lane will be towed away at the owner's expense. 在指定消防車道違規停放的車輛將被拖吊,費用由車主負擔。
1148. sort through 分類;整理 It took me most of the morning to sort through the large stack of incoming mail. 我花了幾乎整個上午才整理完那一厚疊來信。
1149. spreadsheet 電子試算表 The financial analyst created a complex spreadsheet to track the company's expenses. 財務分析師建立了一個複雜的電子試算表來追蹤公司的支出。
1150. typo 打字錯誤 Please check your report carefully for any typos or formatting errors before submitting it. 提交報告前,請仔細檢查是否有任何打字錯誤或格式錯誤。
1151. meet the deadline 趕上截止日期 The team worked overtime all week to ensure that they could meet the project deadline. 團隊整週加班,以確保能趕上專案截止日期。
1152. turn in 繳交 All employees are required to turn in their monthly expense reports by Friday afternoon. 所有員工都必須在週五下午前繳交每月的支出報告。
1153. flyer 傳單 The marketing team distributed flyers throughout the neighborhood to promote the new store. 行銷團隊在整個社區分發傳單以宣傳新店。
1154. cost proposal 成本建議書 The engineering firm submitted a detailed cost proposal for the bridge construction project. 工程公司為橋樑建築專案提交了一份詳細的成本建議書。
1155. look through 瀏覽;逐一查看 I need to look through these documents one more time before I sign the contract. 簽約前,我需要再瀏覽一遍這些文件。
1156. go over sth 檢查某事 Let's go over the agenda for today's meeting before we start. 在我們開始之前,讓我們先檢查一下今天會議的議程。
1157. go over 檢查;重做 The manager asked the team to go over the final report to ensure its accuracy. 經理要求團隊檢查最終報告以確保其準確性。
1158. revise 修訂 The author was asked to revise several chapters of his book before it could be published. 作者被要求在出版前修訂書中的幾個章節。
1159. prep 準備 We need to do a lot of prep work before we can start the actual construction. 在開始實際施工之前,我們需要做大量的準備工作。
1160. premises 營業場所 All visitors must register at the reception desk before entering the company premises. 所有訪客在進入公司營業場所前必須在接待處登記。
1161. in the event of fire 萬一發生火災 In the event of fire, please use the stairs and do not use the elevators. 萬一發生火災,請使用樓梯,不要使用電梯。
1162. in the event of 萬一;如果發生 The meeting will be held indoors in the event of rain or adverse weather. 萬一降雨或天氣惡劣,會議將在室內舉行。
1163. potted 盆栽的 The office is decorated with several large potted plants to create a more pleasant environment. 辦公室裝飾著幾盆大型盆栽植物,以營造更舒適的環境。
1164. side by side 並肩;並列 The two companies worked side by side to develop the new technology. 這兩家公司並肩合作開發這項新技術。
1165. scatter 散開;撒播 The farmer began to scatter the seeds across the field in early spring. 早春時,農夫開始在田裡撒播種子。
1166. chin 下巴 He rubbed his chin thoughtfully while considering the manager's proposal. 他一邊考慮經理的提議,一邊陷入沉思地揉著下巴。
1167. pile up 堆積 Unanswered emails continued to pile up in my inbox while I was away on vacation. 我休假期間,未回覆的電子郵件在我的收件匣中持續堆積。
1168. sidewalk 人行道 Please be careful when walking on the icy sidewalk to avoid slipping and falling. 在結冰的人行道上行走時請小心,以免滑倒。
1169. pedestrian 行人 The city is planning to create more pedestrian-only zones in the downtown area. 該市正計畫在市中心區域建立更多行人專用區。
1170. set up 設定;建立 We need to set up a meeting with the legal team to discuss the new regulations. 我們需要與法律團隊安排一次會議來討論新法規。
1171. newsstand 報攤 I bought a copy of the morning newspaper at the newsstand near the train station. 我在火車站附近的報攤買了一份晨報。
1172. line up 排隊;排列 Hundreds of fans began to line up early in the morning to buy tickets for the concert. 數百名粉絲一早就開始排隊購買音樂會門票。
1173. stairway 樓梯 The building's main stairway was decorated with elegant lighting and modern art. 大樓的主樓梯裝飾著優雅的燈光和現代藝術。
1174. lamp Please remember to turn off the desk lamp before leaving the office for the evening. 下班離開辦公室前請記得關掉檯燈。
1175. stack up 堆疊 All the empty boxes were neatly stacked up in the corner of the warehouse. 所有空箱子都整齊地堆疊在倉庫的角落。
1176. spectator 觀眾 Thousands of spectators gathered at the stadium to watch the championship match. 數千名觀眾聚集在體育場觀看冠軍賽。
1177. armchair 扶手椅 He sat in a comfortable armchair by the fireplace and read his book. 他坐在壁爐旁舒適的扶手椅上讀書。
1178. lean against 倚靠 I saw him leaning against the wall near the entrance, waiting for his friend. 我看見他倚靠在門口附近的牆上,等待著他的朋友。
1179. symmetrical 對稱的 The architect's design for the new museum features a perfectly symmetrical facade. 建築師對新博物館的設計採用了完美的對稱立面。
1180. scheduler 排程器;排班人員 The hospital uses a sophisticated computer scheduler to manage its staff's shifts. 醫院使用複雜的電腦排程器來管理員工的排班。
1181. pouring 傾倒;下大雨 It was pouring with rain, so we decided to cancel the outdoor company picnic. 當時正下著傾盆大雨,所以我們決定取消戶外公司野餐。
1182. pharmacist 藥劑師 You should consult with a pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter medication. 在服用任何非處方藥之前,您應該諮詢藥劑師。
1183. pave 鋪設 The city is planning to pave several dirt roads in the rural areas next summer. 該市計畫明年夏天鋪設農村地區的幾條土路。
1184. mow 除草 The groundskeeper was hired to mow the lawn and maintain the garden once a week. 僱用土地管理員每週除草一次並維護花園。
1185. lawn 草坪 The company's new office building is surrounded by a beautiful green lawn. 公司的新辦公大樓被一片綠油油的草坪包圍著。
1186. applaud 鼓掌;喝采 The audience began to applaud loudly at the end of the CEO's inspiring speech. 執行長激勵人心的演講結束後,聽眾開始大聲鼓掌。
1187. bilateral 雙邊的 The two countries signed a bilateral trade agreement to reduce tariffs and improve cooperation. 兩國簽署了一項雙邊貿易協定,以降低關稅並加強合作。
1188. lateral 側面的;橫向的 The new employee made a lateral move to a different department within the company. 這名新員工在公司內部平調(橫向移動)到了另一個部門。
1189. graduate institute 研究所 She is currently pursuing her master's degree at a prestigious graduate institute in Tokyo. 她目前正在東京一家知名的研究所攻讀碩士學位。
1190. drown 淹死;淹沒 The sound of the traffic was so loud that it seemed to drown out our conversation. 交通噪音太大,似乎淹沒了我們的談話。
1191. comb 梳子;梳理 He quickly used a comb to straighten his hair before going into the interview. 面試前他迅速用梳子理了理頭髮。
1192. strenuous exercise 劇烈運動 You should avoid any strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours after your surgery. 手術後至少 24 小時內應避免任何劇烈運動。
1193. strenuous 費力的;艱苦的 It was a long and strenuous climb to reach the top of the mountain. 爬到山頂是一段漫長而艱辛(費力)的過程。
1194. kites 風箏 Many children were flying colorful kites at the park during the windy afternoon. 在大風的下午,許多孩子在公園放風箏。
1195. objective 目標;客觀的 Our primary objective for the next quarter is to increase our market share by 5%. 我們下季的主要目標是將市場佔有率提高 5%。
1196. ritual 儀式;慣例 Morning coffee has become a daily ritual for many of the employees in our office. 晨間咖啡已成為我們辦公室許多員工的每日慣例(儀式)。
1197. scuttle 疾走;破壞 The manager's decision to cut the budget threatened to scuttle the entire project. 經理削減預算的決定威脅到要破壞(終結)整個專案。
1198. dim 昏暗的;變暗 The lights in the conference room were dimmed to make it easier to see the presentation. 會議室的燈光調暗了,以便更清楚地看到簡報。
1199. panick 驚慌 Please remain calm and do not panic if the fire alarm begins to ring. 如果火警警報響起,請保持冷靜,不要驚慌。
1200. panic 驚慌;恐慌 Always follow the established safety procedures in the event of a sudden panic. 在突然恐慌的情況下,請務必遵循既定的安全程序。
1201. electrician 電工 We need to hire a licensed electrician to install the new lighting system in the office. 我們需要聘請一名有執照的電工來安裝辦公室的新照明系統。
1202. electric 電的;電動的 The company is planning to replace its entire fleet of delivery vehicles with electric cars. 公司正計劃將其所有送貨車隊更換為電動車。
1203. electronic 電子的 Most of the company's records are now stored in an electronic format for easy access. 公司大部分的記錄現在都以電子格式儲存,以便存取。
1204. Catholic 天主教徒;天主教的 The historic cathedral is a major landmark and a center for the local Catholic community. 這座歷史悠久的大教堂是當地天主教社群的主要標誌和中心。
1205. adjective 形容詞 Please use a more descriptive adjective to explain the features of the new product. 請使用更具描述性的形容詞來解釋新產品的特點。
1206. Philippine 菲律賓的 The Philippine government is working to attract more foreign investment to the country. 菲律賓政府正致力於吸引更多外資進入該國。
1207. Philippines 菲律賓 The Philippines is a beautiful archipelago with many popular tourist destinations. 菲律賓是一個擁有許多熱門旅遊景點的美麗群島。
1208. warm 溫暖的 The manager gave a warm welcome to the new employees during their first day. 經理在新員工上班第一天給予了熱烈的歡迎。
1209. silver The company was awarded a silver medal for its commitment to environmental sustainability. 該公司因其對環境永續發展的承諾而獲得銀牌獎章。
1210. silvery 銀色的;清脆的 The new car model is available in several stylish colors, including a sleek silvery gray. 這款新車型有多種時尚顏色可供選擇,包括時髦的銀灰色。
1211. weave 編織 The local artisans weave beautiful traditional patterns into their high-quality textiles. 當地工匠在高品質的紡織品中編織出美麗的傳統圖案。
1212. dinnerware 餐具 The restaurant uses elegant ceramic dinnerware to complement its fine dining menu. 該餐廳使用優雅的陶瓷餐具來搭配其精緻的餐飲菜單。
1213. hazardous 危險的;有害的 Workers must wear protective gear when handling hazardous materials in the factory. 工人在工廠處理危險物質時必須穿戴防護裝備。
1214. witty 機智的;詼諧的 The CEO's speech was filled with witty remarks that kept the audience entertained. 執行長的演講充滿了機智幽默的談吐,讓聽眾感到很有趣。
1215. vibrant 充滿活力的 The city's downtown area has a vibrant atmosphere with many shops and restaurants. 市中心區域氛圍充滿活力,擁有許多商店和餐廳。
1216. token of 象徵 Please accept this small gift as a token of our appreciation for your hard work. 請接受這份小禮物,以象徵(表達)我們對您努力工作的感謝。
1217. percussion 打擊樂器 The orchestra's percussion section played a major role in the dramatic performance. 管弦樂隊的打擊樂部在戲劇性的演出中扮演了重要角色。
1218. chew 咀嚼 You should chew your food thoroughly to ensure proper digestion and health. 您應該徹底咀嚼食物以確保適當的消化和健康。
1219. chewy 有嚼勁的 The freshly baked cookies were perfectly soft and chewy on the inside. 現烤的餅乾內部非常柔軟且富有嚼勁。
1220. courtyard 庭院;中庭 The office building features a beautiful central courtyard where employees can relax. 辦公大樓設有一個美麗的中央中庭,員工可以在那裡放鬆。
1221. cradling 輕抱;撫育 The mother was seen cradling her newborn baby in her arms at the hospital. 在醫院裡,可以看到母親雙手輕抱著她的初生嬰兒。
1222. prefecture 縣(行政區) Kyoto Prefecture is famous for its many historic temples and beautiful traditional gardens. 京都府以其眾多的歷史寺廟和美麗的傳統園林聞名。
1223. mascot 吉祥物 The company's cute mascot is featured in all of its advertising and promotions. 公司可愛的吉祥物出現在其所有的廣告和促銷活動中。
1224. peril 危險;冒險 Those who ignore safety warnings put themselves and others in great peril. 那些忽視安全警告的人會讓自己和他人陷入巨大的危險中。
1225. glitter 閃爍;亮粉 The city lights began to glitter like diamonds as the sun set over the horizon. 當太陽落到地平線下時,城市燈光開始像鑽石般閃爍。
1226. one another 互相 It is important for team members to support and encourage one another during the project. 團隊成員在專案期間互相支持和鼓勵是非常重要的。
1227. surreal 超現實的;離奇的 Seeing the empty city streets during the lockdown was a truly surreal experience. 在封城期間看到空蕩蕩的城市街道真是一次超現實的經驗。
1228. dignity 尊嚴 Everyone should be treated with respect and dignity regardless of their position. 無論職位如何,每個人都應該受到尊重和尊嚴的對待。
1229. trample 踐踏 Please stay on the designated paths to avoid trampling the delicate flowers in the park. 請留在指定的道路上,以免踐踏公園裡嬌弱的花朵。
1230. betrayal 背叛 The leaking of confidential information was seen as a major betrayal of trust. 洩露機密資訊被視為對信任的重大背叛。
1231. cuddle 擁抱;依偎 The child likes to cuddle with her favorite teddy bear before going to sleep. 孩子喜歡在睡覺前依偎著她最喜歡的泰迪熊。
1232. shatter 粉碎;破滅 The unexpected news threatened to shatter the team's hopes for a successful launch. 這個意外的消息威脅要粉碎團隊對成功啟動的希望。
1233. thrust 推擠;刺 The main thrust of the company's new strategy is to improve customer satisfaction. 公司新策略的主要重點(推力)是提高客戶滿意度。
1234. brilliance 光輝;才華 The young scientist's brilliance was recognized by the entire international community. 這位年輕科學家的才華(光輝)得到了整個國際社會的認可。
1235. Socrates 蘇格拉底 Socrates was a famous Greek philosopher who is known for his method of questioning. 蘇格拉底是一位著名的希臘哲學家,以其提問法聞名。
1236. Netherlands 荷蘭 The Netherlands is famous for its beautiful tulips, historic windmills, and canals. 荷蘭以其美麗的鬱金香、歷史悠久的風車和運河聞名。
1237. solvent 溶劑;有償債能力 The bank confirmed that the company is financially solvent and able to pay its debts. 銀行確認該公司財務上有償債能力,能夠償還債務。
1238. softball 壘球 The company's annual sports day features a competitive game of softball between departments. 公司的年度運動會設有部門間的壘球競賽。
1239. jury 陪審團 The jury deliberated for several hours before reaching a final verdict in the trial. 陪審團在審判中達成最終裁決前商議了數小時。
1240. tenderness 溫柔;柔軟 The nurse showed great tenderness and care while looking after the elderly patient. 護理師在照顧這位高齡病人時表現出極大的溫柔和關懷。
1241. voluble 健談的;滔滔不絕 Our marketing director is a voluble speaker who can talk for hours about our products. 我們的行銷總監是個口若懸河(健談)的人,可以連續幾小時談論我們的產品。
1242. demigod 半神半人 In Greek mythology, Hercules is a famous demigod known for his incredible strength. 在希臘神話中,海格力斯是一位著名的半神,以其驚人的力量聞名。
1243. heroine 女英雄;女主角 The story's heroine overcame many challenges to finally achieve her lifelong dreams. 故事的女主角克服了許多挑戰,最終實現了她一生的夢想。
1244. heroin 海洛因 The government is taking strict measures to prevent the illegal trafficking of heroin. 政府正採取嚴厲措施,防止海洛因的非法販運。
1245. infinite 無限的 The universe is often described as infinite, extending far beyond our comprehension. 宇宙常被描述為無限的,遠遠超出了我們的理解範圍。
1246. finite 有限的 We must remember that our natural resources are finite and should be used wisely. 我們必須記住,自然資源是有限的,應該明智地使用。
1247. optical 光學的;視覺的 The new computer mouse uses an advanced optical sensor for precise cursor control. 新款電腦滑鼠使用先進的光學感測器來實現精確的游標控制。
1248. optic 眼睛的;視覺的 The optic nerve is responsible for transmitting visual information from the eye to the brain. 視神經負責將視覺資訊從眼睛傳輸到大腦。
1249. tranquillizer 鎮定劑 The doctor prescribed a mild tranquillizer to help the patient deal with her anxiety. 醫生開了一種溫和的鎮定劑來幫助病人應對焦慮。
1250. luncheon 午宴 The company hosted a formal luncheon to celebrate the successful merger agreement. 公司舉辦了一場正式午宴來慶祝成功的合併協議。
1251. ocean-going 遠洋的 The large ocean-going vessel was carrying thousands of shipping containers to Europe. 這艘大型遠洋船載著數千個貨櫃前往歐洲。
1252. chronological 按時間順序的 Please arrange the historical events in chronological order for the presentation. 請按時間順序排列這些歷史事件以便進行簡報。
1253. repetitive 重複的;囉唆的 Many factory workers perform repetitive tasks that can lead to physical strain. 許多工廠工人在執行重複性任務,這可能導致身體勞損。
1254. recur 再發生;復發 The doctor warned that the symptoms might recur if the patient doesn't rest properly. 醫生警告說,如果病人沒有得到適當的休息,症狀可能會復發。
1255. pursuit 追求;追趕 Many people move to the city in pursuit of better job opportunities and lifestyle. 許多人為了追求更好的工作機會和生活方式而搬到城市。
1256. persuade 說服 The salesperson tried to persuade the customer to buy the more expensive model. 銷售人員試圖說服客戶購買更昂貴的型號。
1257. sincerity 真誠 Her sincerity and honesty were appreciated by all of her colleagues and friends. 她的真誠和誠實贏得了所有同事和朋友的讚賞。
1258. petrol 汽油 The price of petrol has increased significantly over the past few months. 過去幾個月汽油價格大幅上漲。
1259. patrol 巡邏 Security guards patrol the office building throughout the night to ensure safety. 保全整晚在辦公大樓巡邏以確保安全。
1260. opposition 反對;反對黨 The proposed tax increase met with strong opposition from the local business community. 提議的增稅遭到了當地商界的強烈反對。
1261. futile 徒勞的;無用的 All attempts to repair the old machine proved futile, so we had to buy a new one. 修理舊機器的所有嘗試都證明是徒勞的,所以我們不得不買一台新的。
1262. cut back 削減;縮減 The company needs to cut back on unnecessary expenses to improve its profitability. 公司需要削減不必要的開支以提高盈利能力。
1263. bowel 腸;內部 A high-fiber diet is essential for maintaining healthy bowel function and digestion. 高纖維飲食對於維持健康的腸道功能和消化至關重要。
1264. essenced 加香料的 The soap is beautifully essenced with the scent of lavender and sandalwood. 這款肥皂帶有薰衣草和檀香的美妙香氣(加了香精)。
1265. essence 本質;精華 The essence of the new marketing campaign is to build stronger brand loyalty. 新行銷活動的本質是建立更強的品牌忠誠度。
1266. dubious 可疑的;不確定的 The manager was dubious about the success of the project due to the lack of funding. 由於缺乏資金,經理對專案的成功表示懷疑(不確定)。
1267. martial 軍事的;戰爭的 Martial arts such as karate and judo are popular sports for both children and adults. 空手道和柔道等武術(軍事藝術)是受兒童和成人歡迎的運動。
1268. dehydrate 脫水 It is important to drink plenty of water during exercise to avoid becoming dehydrated. 運動期間多喝水以避免脫水是很重要的。
1269. interrogate 審問;訊問 The detectives began to interrogate the suspect in connection with the recent theft. 探員開始審問與最近竊案有關的嫌疑人。
1270. hoist 吊起;升起 The construction workers used a large crane to hoist the heavy beams into place. 建築工人使用大型起重機將重型梁吊裝到位。
1271. overrule 駁回;否決 The judge decided to overrule the lawyer's objection during the court hearing. 法官在法庭聽證會上決定駁回律師的反對。
1272. impeachment 彈劾 The president is facing potential impeachment due to allegations of misconduct. 總統因被指控行為不當而面臨可能的彈劾。
1273. show trial 作秀審判 Some critics described the legal proceedings as a show trial designed for publicity. 一些評論家將這些法律程序描述為一場為了宣傳而設計的作秀審判(公審)。
1274. civil action 民事訴訟 The two parties decided to settle their dispute through a formal civil action. 雙方決定透過正式的民事訴訟來解決他們的糾紛。
1275. narcotic 麻醉藥;毒品 The police are working hard to stop the distribution of illegal narcotics in the city. 警方正努力阻止非法麻醉藥品(毒品)在城市的散布。
1276. fledged 成熟的 The startup has now become a fully fledged company with hundreds of employees. 這家初創公司現在已成為一家擁有數百名員工、羽翼豐滿(成熟)的公司。
1277. omnibus 綜合的;選集 The government passed an omnibus bill that addresses several different issues. 政府通過了一項涉及多個不同問題的綜合(選集)法案。
1278. leniency 寬大;仁慈 The judge showed leniency toward the first-time offender due to his circumstances. 考慮到情況,法官對這位初犯表現出了寬大。
1279. observance 遵守;慶祝 The strict observance of safety regulations is essential for preventing accidents. 嚴格遵守安全規定對於防止事故至關重要。
1280. practitioner 從業者;執业醫師 He is a highly respected medical practitioner with over twenty years of experience. 他是一位備受尊敬的執業醫師,擁有超過二十年的經驗。
1281. preamble 前言;序言 The preamble to the contract sets forth the basic purpose and scope of the agreement. 合約的序言(前言)闡明了協議的基本目的和範圍。
1282. nationalist 民族主義者 The political leader's nationalist views were supported by many people in the region. 這位政治領袖的民族主義觀點得到了該地區許多人的支持。
1283. outrage 憤怒;暴行 The public expressed their outrage after the news of the company's scandal broke. 在公司醜聞曝光後,大眾表達了他們的憤怒。
1284. pacifist 和平主義者 As a committed pacifist, he refused to take part in any form of violent protest. 作為一名堅定的和平主義者,他拒絕參加任何形式的暴力抗議。
1285. ripe 成熟的 The farmers began to harvest the wheat as soon as it was ripe and golden. 農夫們在小麥成熟變黃時就開始收割。
1286. overripe 過熟的 These bananas are overripe and should be used for making banana bread instead. 這些香蕉過熟了,應該改用來做香蕉麵包。
1287. eradicator 根除者 The new medical treatment acts as an eradicator of the harmful virus in the body. 這種新型醫療方法能根除體內有害病毒。
1288. scarce 缺乏的;稀有的 Fresh water is becoming increasingly scarce in many parts of the world due to drought. 由於乾旱,淡水在世界許多地方正變得越來越缺乏。
1289. water scarcity 水資源短缺 The government is implementing new policies to address the issue of water scarcity. 政府正在實施新政策以解決水資源短缺問題。
1290. reveal 揭示;透露 The investigation is expected to reveal more details about the cause of the fire. 預計調查將揭露更多關於火災原因的細節。
1291. evolve 演化;發展 The company's business model has continued to evolve to meet changing market needs. 公司的商業模式持續發展以滿足不斷變化的市場需求。
1292. condense 凝結;濃縮 Please try to condense your report into a two-page summary for the board meeting. 請嘗試將您的報告壓縮成兩頁的摘要,以便董事會會議使用。
1293. specifically 特別地;明確地 The instructions were written specifically for new employees who are joining the firm. 這些說明是專門(特別)為加入公司的新員工編寫的。
1294. in view of 鑒於;考慮到 In view of the recent economic situation, we have decided to delay the project. 鑒於最近的經濟形勢,我們決定推遲該專案。
1295. distinct 獨特的;明顯的 The two products have several distinct features that set them apart from each other. 這兩款產品有幾個獨特的特點將它們區分開來。
1296. extinct 滅絕的 Many species of animals are in danger of becoming extinct due to habitat loss. 由於棲息地喪失,許多動物物種面臨滅絕的危險。
1297. suspiciously 可疑地 The man was acting suspiciously near the entrance of the bank late at night. 那名男子深夜在銀行門口附近形跡可疑。
1298. ample 充足的;寬敞的 The new office building provides ample space for our growing team and equipment. 新辦公大樓為我們不斷壯大的團隊和設備提供了充足的空間。
1299. sleek 光滑的;時髦的 The new smartphone features a sleek and modern design with a high-resolution screen. 新款智慧型手機採用時髦現代的設計,配備高解析度螢幕。
1300. self-inflicted 自己造成的 Most of the company's current financial problems are self-inflicted and could have been avoided. 公司目前的大多數財務問題都是自找的(自己造成的),本可以避免。
1301. inflict 施加 The court has the power to inflict a heavy fine on companies that violate safety regulations. 法院有權對違反安全規定的公司處以(施加)重罰。
1302. persistent 堅持不懈的 Despite several setbacks, the marketing team remained persistent in their efforts to win the contract. 儘管遭遇幾次挫折,行銷團隊仍堅持不懈地努力贏得合約。
1303. proponent 提倡者;支持者 The CEO is a strong proponent of using renewable energy to power the company's factories. 執行長是使用再生能源為公司工廠供電的堅定支持者。
1304. prominent 顯著的;傑出的 The new office building occupies a prominent position in the city's downtown business district. 新辦公大樓位於市中心商業區顯著的位置。
1305. spot 地點;斑點;發現 The detective was able to spot a small error in the financial records that others had missed. 探員能夠發現財務記錄中其他人遺漏的一個小錯誤。
1306. clearance 清除;許可 You must obtain security clearance before you are allowed to enter the company's research lab. 您必須獲得安全許可後才被允許進入公司的研究實驗室。
1307. divert 轉移;使分心 The company decided to divert some of its advertising budget toward social media promotions. 公司決定將部分廣告預算轉向社群媒體促銷。
1308. diversity 多樣性 We value diversity in our workforce and believe it leads to more innovative and creative ideas. 我們重視員工隊伍的多樣性,並相信這能帶來更多創新和創意的想法。
1309. corporation 公司;法人 The multinational corporation has offices and manufacturing facilities in over fifty countries. 這家跨國公司在五十多個國家設有辦公室和製造設施。
1310. incorporation 公司設立 The legal team is handling all the necessary paperwork for the incorporation of the new startup. 法律團隊正在處理新初創公司設立所需的所有文件。
1311. collaboration 合作 The successful project was a result of close collaboration between the engineering and design teams. 專案的成功是工程和設計團隊密切合作的結果。
1312. prospective 預期的;未來的 We are planning a networking event to meet with several prospective clients and investors. 我們正計畫舉辦一場交流活動,與幾位潛在客戶和投資者見面。
1313. perspective 觀點;視角 It is important to consider the situation from the perspective of our customers and clients. 從我們的客戶和客戶的角度來考慮情況是非常重要的。
1314. verbal 口頭的 While we have a verbal agreement, we still need to sign a formal written contract. 雖然我們達成了口頭協議,但我們仍需簽署正式的書面合約。
1315. fatal 致命的 The company's failure to adapt to changing market trends proved to be a fatal mistake. 公司未能適應不斷變化的市場趨勢,被證明是一個致命的錯誤。
1316. rural 鄉村的 The government is implementing new policies to improve infrastructure in rural areas. 政府正在實施新政策以改善鄉村地區的基礎建設。
1317. vital 至關重要的 Effective leadership is vital for maintaining high levels of employee morale and productivity. 有效的領導對於維持高水準的員工士氣 and 生產力至關重要。
1318. advisable 明智的;可取的 It is advisable to consult with a financial expert before making any major investments. 在進行任何重大投資之前,諮詢財務專家是明智的。
1319. tempting 誘人的 The offer was very tempting, but I decided to stay with my current company for now. 這項提議非常誘人,但我決定暫時留在目前的(這家)公司。
1320. tenure 任期;終身職 During his long tenure as CEO, the company's revenue increased by more than 200%. 在他擔任執行長的長期任期內,公司的營收增長了 200% 以上。
1321. expedite 加快;促進 We are looking for ways to expedite the shipping process to ensure faster delivery for customers. 我們正在尋找加快運輸流程的方法,以確保為客戶提供更快的送貨服務。
1322. recurring 反覆出現的 The technical support team is working to fix a recurring issue with the company's website. 技術支援團隊正致力於修復公司網站反覆出現的問題。
1323. refer to 參考;提及 Please refer to the attached document for more detailed information about the proposal. 有關提案的更多詳細資訊,請參考附件。
1324. furiously 憤怒地;猛烈地 The manager worked furiously to finish the report before the important board meeting. 經理在重要的董事會會議前拼命(猛烈地)工作以完成報告。
1325. deprivation 剝奪;匱乏 Sleep deprivation can have a negative impact on your productivity and overall well-being. 睡眠不足(匱乏)會對您的生產力和整體健康產生負面影響。
1326. sensible 明智的;合情理 Taking out insurance for your new business is a sensible and necessary precaution. 為您的新事業投保是一項明智且必要的預防措施。
1327. drainage 排水系統 The city is upgrading its drainage system to prevent flooding during the heavy rainy season. 該市正升級其排水系統以防止大雨季節淹水。
1328. impenetrable 無法穿透的 The company's high-security firewall provides an impenetrable barrier against cyber attacks. 公司的高安全性防火牆為防止網路攻擊提供了無法穿透的屏障。
1329. disinclined 不情願的 The board of directors is disinclined to approve any major spending at this time. 董事會目前不情願批准任何重大支出。
1330. wavering 搖擺不定的 His support for the new policy seemed to be wavering as more details were revealed. 隨著更多細節的披露,他對新政策的支持似乎開始動搖(搖擺不定)。
1331. unwavering 堅定的 The CEO expressed his unwavering commitment to improving environmental sustainability. 執行長表達了他對改善環境永續發展的堅定承諾。
1332. immune 免疫的;免除的 No company is entirely immune to the effects of a global economic recession. 沒有一家公司能完全免受全球經濟衰退的影響。
1333. expel 開除;驅逐 The employee was expelled from the company after being found guilty of serious misconduct. 該員工在被發現犯有嚴重不當行為後被公司開除。
1334. decisive 決定性的;果斷 The manager's decisive action helped to prevent the small technical issue from becoming a crisis. 經理果斷的行動幫助防止了小的技術問題變成一場危機。
1335. meditate 冥想;沉思 Many successful leaders find that taking time to meditate helps them stay focused and calm. 許多成功的領導者發現,花時間冥想可以幫助他們保持專注和冷靜。
1336. contemplate 沉思;盤算 The company is contemplating an expansion into several new international markets next year. 公司正在盤算明年將業務擴展到多個新的國際市場。
1337. compartment 隔間;車廂 Each desk in the office features several small compartments for storing office supplies. 辦公室的每張辦公桌都有幾個用於儲存辦公用品的小隔間。
1338. feasible 可行的 We need to conduct a thorough analysis to determine if the proposed project is financially feasible. 我們需要進行徹底的分析,以確定提議的專案在財務上是否可行。
1339. atmosphere 氣氛;大氣層 The new office design aims to create a more collaborative and creative atmosphere. 新的辦公室設計旨在營造一個更具協作性和創意的氣氛。
1340. tranquil 寧靜的 The spa offers a tranquil environment where guests can relax and escape the city noise. 水療中心提供一個寧靜的環境,賓客可以在那裡放鬆並逃離城市噪音。
1341. turbulent 動盪的;亂流 The airline industry has experienced a turbulent period due to high fuel prices and competition. 由於高油價和競爭,航空業經歷了一段動盪時期。
1342. gigantic 巨大的 The company recently moved its headquarters into a gigantic new office tower downtown. 該公司最近將總部搬進了市中心一座巨大的新辦公大樓。
1343. bold 大膽的;粗體的 The marketing team came up with a bold new advertising campaign to attract younger customers. 行銷團隊提出了一個大膽的新廣告活動,以吸引年輕顧客。
1344. stand out 突出;顯眼 Her exceptional skills and experience helped her to stand out from the other candidates. 她卓越的技能和經驗幫助她在其他應徵者中脫穎而出(顯眼)。
1345. innate 天生的;固有的 Some people have an innate ability to lead and inspire others to achieve great things. 有些人天生具有領導和激勵他人成就大事的能力。
1346. inoperative 不起作用的 The old machine has become completely inoperative and needs to be replaced immediately. 這台舊機器已完全失效(不起作用),需要立即更換。
1347. insomnia 失眠 Many professionals suffer from insomnia due to the high levels of stress in their daily lives. 許多專業人士因日常生活中的高壓而遭受失眠之苦。
1348. pertain to 與...有關 These documents pertain to the legal proceedings currently underway against the company. 這些文件與目前正對公司進行的法律程序有關。
1349. typically 典型地;通常 A typical workday for our staff typically begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 6:00 PM. 我們員工的典型工作日通常從上午 9:00 開始,下午 6:00 結束。
1350. gracefully 優雅地 She handled the difficult situation with the client gracefully and professionally. 她優雅且專業地處理了與客戶之間的困難情況。
1351. wound 傷口;受傷 The worker suffered a deep wound to his arm while operating the heavy machinery. 該工人在操作重型機械時手臂受了深傷。
1352. participate in 參加 We encourage all staff members to participate in the company's annual volunteer day. 我們鼓勵所有員工參加公司的年度志工日。
1353. concise 簡潔的 Please try to keep your presentation as concise as possible to allow time for questions. 請盡量保持您的簡報簡潔,以便留出提問時間。
1354. flammable 易燃的 You should keep all flammable materials away from any potential sources of heat or fire. 您應該讓所有易燃物質遠離任何潛在的熱源或火源。
1355. gauge 測量;估計 The manager used the recent survey results to gauge employee satisfaction with the new policy. 經理使用最近的調查結果來估計員工對新政策的滿意度。
1356. with regard to 關於 With regard to your recent inquiry, we are currently reviewing the terms of our agreement. 關於您最近的詢問,我們目前正審核我們的協議條款。
1357. regardless of 不管;不顧 We should treat all customers with respect, regardless of the size of their orders. 無論訂單大小,我們都應尊重對待所有客戶。
1358. commensurate 相稱的;同量 The salary for this position will be commensurate with your experience and qualifications. 這個職位的薪資將與您的經驗和資歷相稱。
1359. occupant 居住者;佔有者 The new office building is expected to have its first occupants by the end of next month. 新辦公大樓預計將於下月底迎來第一批進駐者(居住者)。
1360. intriguing 引人入勝的 The researchers discovered an intriguing connection between productivity and office design. 研究人員發現了生產力與辦公室設計之間一個引人入勝(有趣)的連結。
1361. salvage 搶救;打撈 The company was able to salvage some of the equipment from the factory after the fire. 火災後,公司得以從工廠搶救出部分設備。
1362. apparel 服裝 The retail store specializes in high-quality sports apparel and accessories for athletes. 該零售店專門經營高品質的運動服裝和運動員配件。
1363. appeared 出現 The new CEO appeared very confident and optimistic during her first meeting with the staff. 新任執行長在與員工的第一次會議中顯得非常有信心且樂觀。
1364. tile 磁磚 The office lobby features a beautiful floor made of polished white marble tiles. 辦公室大廳的地板由拋光的白色大理石磁磚舖成,非常漂亮。
1365. pawn 典當;小卒 He was forced to pawn his valuable watch to pay for his unexpected medical bills. 他被迫典當他那只昂貴的手錶來支付意外的醫療費用。
1366. defy 違抗;挑戰 The small startup company continues to defy all expectations and remains highly profitable. 這家小型初創公司繼續違抗(超出)所有預期,保持著高獲利。
1367. expiation 贖罪;補償 As an act of expiation for its mistake, the company donated a large sum to charity. 作為對其錯誤的補償(贖罪),公司向慈善機構捐贈了一大筆錢。
1368. vaccinate 接種疫苗 Many companies offer free flu shots to vaccinate their employees during the winter. 許多公司在冬季提供免費流感疫苗為員工接種。
1369. theoretical 理論上的 While the idea is interesting, it is still purely theoretical and has not been tested yet. 雖然這個主意很有趣,但它仍純粹是理論上的,尚未經過測試。
1370. theoretic 理論上的 The researchers conducted a theoretic study to analyze the potential impact of the new law. 研究人員進行了一項理論性研究,以分析新法律的潛在影響。
1371. harmonica 口琴 He learned to play the harmonica when he was a child and still enjoys it as a hobby. 他小時候學會了吹口琴,現在仍然以此為樂。
1372. bliss 極樂;天賜福氣 After a long week of hard work, a quiet weekend at home was absolute bliss. 在辛苦工作一週後,在家度過一個安靜的週末簡直是極大的樂事(極樂)。
1373. ripoff 敲竹槓 Paying ten dollars for a small bottle of water at the airport is a total ripoff. 在機場花十美元買一小瓶水簡直是敲竹槓。
1374. evasion 逃避;規避 The company was accused of tax evasion after it failed to report all of its earnings. 公司因未申報所有收入而被指控逃稅(規避)。
1375. pop-up shop 臨時店舖 The fashion brand is planning to open a pop-up shop in the city for the summer season. 該時尚品牌正計劃夏季在市中心開設一家臨時店舖(快閃店)。
1376. stamp 郵票;跺腳 Please remember to put a stamp on the envelope before you drop it in the mailbox. 投進信箱前,請記得在信封上貼郵票。
1377. stapler 釘書機 Could I please borrow your stapler for a second to attach these documents together? 我可以借用一下您的釘書機把這些文件釘在一起嗎?
1378. surgery 手術;外科 The patient is currently recovering in the hospital after undergoing successful heart surgery. 病人在成功完成心臟手術後目前正在醫院康復。
1379. mar 損壞;玷污 The scandal threatened to mar the reputation of the once-highly respected politician. 這場醜聞威脅要玷污那位曾備受尊敬的政治家的名聲。
1380. discourse 論述;對話 The professor gave an interesting discourse on the history of international trade laws. 教授就國際貿易法歷史發表了一場有趣的論述。
1381. raft 大量;木筏 The company has faced a raft of legal challenges following the recent product recall. 在最近的產品召回後,公司面臨了大量的法律挑戰。
1382. falter 畏縮;結巴 The company's growth began to falter as it struggled to compete with its larger rivals. 隨著公司努力與較大的對手競爭,其增長開始受挫(畏縮)。
1383. disposition 性情;處置 The manager's calm and professional disposition helped to reassure the nervous staff. 經理沉著專業的性情(性格)有助於安撫緊張的員工。
1384. insurmountable 難以克服的 The technical problems proved to be insurmountable, so we had to cancel the project. 這些技術問題被證明是難以克服的,所以我們不得不取消專案。
1385. nasal 鼻的;鼻音的 The patient suffered from a persistent nasal congestion due to a severe seasonal allergy. 由於嚴重的季節性過敏,病人患有持續性的鼻塞。
1386. utterly 完全地;絕對地 I was utterly surprised to hear that the project had been completed ahead of schedule. 聽說專案提前完成了,我感到非常驚訝。
1387. penetrate 穿透;滲透 The company is looking for ways to penetrate the highly competitive Asian market. 公司正在尋找滲透競爭激烈的亞洲市場的方法。
1388. readily 容易地;樂意地 Information about the company's new policy is readily available on our internal website. 有關公司新政策的資訊可以在我們的內部網站上輕鬆取得。
1389. exert 運用;施加 The manager decided to exert his authority to ensure that the project stayed on track. 經理決定運用他的職權以確保專案能步入正軌。
1390. vulgar 粗俗的;庸俗的 The comedian's performance was criticized for being vulgar and offensive to the audience. 那位喜劇演員的表演因粗俗且冒犯觀眾而受到批評。
1391. adjacent 鄰近的 The new research lab is located in the building adjacent to the company headquarters. 新研發實驗室位於公司總部相鄰的大樓裡。
1392. resentment 怨恨;憤慨 The sudden change in the bonus structure caused a lot of resentment among the staff. 獎金制度的突然改變在員工中引起了很大的不滿(怨恨)。
1393. contradictory 矛盾的 The witness gave several contradictory statements during the police investigation. 證人在警方調查期間給出了幾份矛盾的陳述。
1394. fortified 加強的;設防的 The ancient city was protected by high walls and several heavily fortified watchtowers. 這座古城受高牆 and 幾座重兵防守(加強的)瞭望塔保護。
1395. deception 欺騙 The company was accused of using deception to trick customers into buying its products. 公司被指控使用欺騙手段誘使客戶購買其產品。
1396. comprehend 理解;領會 It took me some time to fully comprehend the implications of the new tax regulations. 我花了一些時間才完全領會(理解)新稅法規的影響。
1397. devolve 移交;衰落 The board of directors decided to devolve more power to the regional managers. 董事會決定將更多權力移交給區域經理。
1398. revolve 旋轉;圍繞 The entire marketing strategy should revolve around the needs and preferences of our clients. 整個行銷策略應圍繞著我們客戶的需求和偏好展開。
1399. strict 嚴格的 The company has a very strict policy regarding the use of social media during work hours. 公司對於工作時間使用社群媒體有非常嚴格的規定。
1400. contradict 反駁;與...矛盾 Her actions often contradict her words, which makes it difficult for others to trust her. 她的行為經常與她的言論矛盾(不符),這讓他人很難信任她。
1401. stringent 嚴格的 The company implemented more stringent security measures to protect its confidential data. 公司實施了更嚴格的安全措施以保護其機密數據。
1402. replenish 補充 We need to replenish our office supplies before the start of the next busy season. 我們需要在下一個旺季開始前補充辦公用品。
1403. immensely 極度地;非常 The manager was immensely proud of the team's achievements during the past fiscal year. 經理對團隊在過去一個會計年度取得的成就感到非常自豪。
1404. adversely 不利地 Rising fuel costs have adversely affected the company's monthly operating profits. 燃油成本上升對公司的月度營運利潤產生了不利影響。
1405. utmost 極度的;最大 We will do our utmost to ensure that all of our clients are satisfied with our services. 我們將竭盡全力(做最大的努力)確保所有客戶都對我們的服務感到滿意。
1406. indefinite 不確定的 The strike has been extended for an indefinite period until a final agreement is reached. 罷工已無限期延長,直到達成最終協議。
1407. streamline 使簡化 The goal of the restructuring is to streamline our business processes and improve efficiency. 重組的目標是簡化我們的業務流程並提高效率。
1408. compile 彙編 The researchers spent several months trying to compile all the data for the final report. 研究人員花了幾個月的時間嘗試彙編最終報告的所有數據。
1409. contrast 對比;差異 The study showed a sharp contrast between the spending habits of younger and older consumers. 研究顯示年輕消費者與年長消費者的消費習慣之間存在鮮明對比。
1410. longevity 長壽;壽命 Regular maintenance is essential for improving the longevity of the factory's equipment. 定期維護對於提高工廠設備的使用壽命至關重要。
1411. remark 評論;談論 The CEO's opening remark set a positive and optimistic tone for the entire meeting. 執行長的開場白為整個會議奠定了積極樂觀的基調。
1412. timeless 永恆的 The classic design of the brand's signature product gives it a timeless appeal. 該品牌招牌產品的經典設計賦予其永恆的吸引力。
1413. eagerly 渴望地 Customers are eagerly awaiting the release of the company's newest smartphone model. 客戶們正渴望地(焦急地)等待公司最新款智慧型手機的發布。
1414. rave 狂熱讚揚 The new restaurant has received several rave reviews from local food critics and bloggers. 這家新餐廳獲得了當地美食評論家和部落客的幾次好評(狂熱讚揚)。
1415. rave review 極力誇獎的評論 The movie's success at the box office was largely due to the many rave reviews it received. 電影在票房上的成功很大程度上歸功於它獲得的許多好評。
1416. drought 乾旱 The prolonged drought has had a disastrous impact on the region's agricultural production. 長期的乾旱對該地區的農業生產產生了災難性的影響。
1417. mold 模具;黴菌 High levels of humidity in the warehouse can lead to the growth of mold on organic products. 倉庫內的高濕度可能導致有機產品上滋生黴菌。
1418. moldy 發霉的 Please make sure to discard any bread that looks moldy to avoid potential health risks. 請確保丟棄任何看起來發霉的麵包,以避免潛在的健康風險。
1419. occasion 場合;時機 The company's 50th anniversary was a special occasion that was celebrated with a gala dinner. 公司成立 50 週年是一個特殊的場合,並舉行了盛大晚宴慶祝。
1420. occasionally 偶爾 While I usually take the train, I occasionally drive to work when I have several meetings. 雖然我通常搭火車,但當我有幾場會議時,我偶爾會開車上班。
1421. gourmet 美食家;美味的 The department store features a specialized gourmet food section with high-quality products. 這家百貨公司設有專門的高級美食區,提供高品質的產品。
1422. garment 服裝 The country is a major manufacturer of high-quality garments for many international brands. 該國是許多國際品牌高品質服裝的主要製造商。
1423. enlist 入伍;招募 The company is trying to enlist the help of several famous celebrities to promote its brand. 公司正試圖招募(爭取)幾位知名名人的幫助來推廣其品牌。
1424. enrollment 註冊;入學 Enrollment in our professional development courses has increased by 20% this year. 我們專業發展課程的報名人數(註冊率)今年增加了 20%。
1425. augment 增加;擴大 The company is planning to augment its sales team to reach more potential customers. 公司正計劃擴大(增加)其銷售團隊,以接觸更多潛在客戶。
1426. profound 深遠的 The sudden change in management had a profound impact on the company's overall culture. 管理層的突然變動對公司的整體文化產生了深遠的影響。
1427. drill 鑽頭;演習 The safety officer conducted a fire drill to ensure that all staff knew what to do in an emergency. 安全主任進行了一次消防演習,以確保所有員工都知道在緊急情況下該做什麼。
1428. conduct drill 進行演習 It is essential for all industrial facilities to conduct regular emergency drills for safety. 所有工業設施進行定期的安全緊急演習是非常重要的。
1429. lest 唯恐;以免 We should check the report carefully lest there be any embarrassing errors in the final version. 我們應仔細檢查報告,以免(唯恐)最終版本出現任何尷尬的錯誤。
1430. aptitude 性向;資質 The candidate showed a great aptitude for learning new computer programming languages. 應徵者表現出學習新電腦程式語言的極大天賦(資質)。
1431. choir 合唱團 The company's choir performed several traditional holiday songs at the annual party. 公司合唱團在年度派對上演唱了幾首傳統節日歌曲。
1432. deter 嚇阻;阻止 High taxes on luxury goods are intended to deter consumers from buying unnecessary items. 對奢侈品徵收高稅旨在嚇阻消費者購買非必需品。
1433. sidestep 迴避 The politician tried to sidestep the reporter's difficult questions about the scandal. 這位政治家試圖迴避記者關於醜聞的刁難問題。
1434. hastily 匆忙地 The decision to close the branch was made hastily and without proper consultation. 關閉分店的決定是在沒有經過適當諮詢的情況下倉促(匆忙)做出的。
1435. willful 任性的;故意的 The company was sued for willful negligence after ignoring several safety warnings. 在忽視幾次安全警告後,公司因故意疏忽被起訴。
1436. vaguely 模糊地 I vaguely remember meeting her at a networking event several years ago in Tokyo. 我依稀(模糊地)記得幾年前在東京的一場交流活動中見過她。
1437. ambience 氣氛;環境 The restaurant's dim lighting and soft music created a very relaxing and romantic ambience. 餐廳昏暗的燈光和輕柔的音樂營造出非常放鬆且浪漫的氣氛。
1438. commendation 表揚;獎狀 The employee received a formal commendation for his heroic actions during the factory fire. 該員工因在工廠火災中的英勇行為獲得了正式表揚。
1439. recommendation 推薦;建議 My former manager wrote a strong letter of recommendation for my MBA application. 我前任經理為我的 MBA 申請寫了一封強力的推薦信。
1440. municipal 市政的;市立 The municipal government is planning to build a new public library in the city center. 市政府正計劃在市中心建立一座新的公共圖書館。
1441. engage 訂婚;從事 We need to find ways to engage our customers more effectively through social media. 我們需要尋找方法透過社群媒體更有效地吸引(與...互動)我們的客戶。
1442. measure 測量;措施 The government has introduced new measures to combat rising inflation and unemployment. 政府已推出新措施來對抗日益上升的通貨膨脹和失業率。
1443. measurement 尺寸;測量 Please take accurate measurements of the room before ordering the new office furniture. 訂購新辦公傢俱前,請對房間進行準確的測量(尺寸)。
1444. impulsive 衝動的 He regretted his impulsive decision to resign from his position without having another job. 他後悔自己在還沒有另一份工作的情況下就衝動決定辭職。
1445. impulsively 衝動地 She impulsively bought an expensive designer handbag while on vacation in Paris. 她在巴黎度假時衝動地買了一個昂貴的名牌手提包。
1446. exclusive 獨家的;排他 The magazine published an exclusive interview with the company's reclusive founder. 該雜誌發表了對公司隱居創始人的獨家專訪。
1447. provision 供應;條款 The new contract includes a provision for a 5% increase in salary after the first year. 新合約包含一項條款,規定第一年後薪資增加 5%。
1448. plummet 暴跌 The company's stock price began to plummet following the news of the quarterly loss. 在季度虧損的消息傳出後,公司的股價開始暴跌。
1449. enthusiast 愛好者 As a car enthusiast, he spends all of his free time working on his vintage vehicle. 作為一名汽車愛好者,他把所有空閒時間都花在修理他的老爺車上。
1450. versatility 多功能性 The versatility of the new software allows it to be used for a wide variety of tasks. 這款新軟體的多功能性使其可用於處理多種任務。
1451. deliberation 深思熟慮 After several hours of deliberation, the board of directors finally reached a decision. 經過數小時的深思熟慮後,董事會最終達成了決定。
1452. cater 迎合;提供餐飲 The restaurant is well-equipped to cater for large wedding receptions and corporate events. 該餐廳設備完善,可為大型婚宴和企業活動提供餐飲服務(外燴)。
1453. parsnip 防風草 Roasted parsnips are a delicious and traditional side dish for a Sunday roast dinner. 烤防風草是週日燒烤晚餐的一道美味且傳統的配菜。
1454. recap 重點摘要 Let's do a quick recap of the main points we discussed during today's meeting. 讓我們對今天會議中討論的重點做個快速摘要。
1455. avocado oil 酪梨油 Many people prefer using avocado oil for cooking due to its high smoke point and health benefits. 許多人偏好使用酪梨油烹飪,因為它的發煙點高且對健康有益。
1456. hogwash 廢話 He dismissed the manager's explanation for the project's failure as complete hogwash. 他將經理對專案失敗的解釋斥為一派胡言(廢話)。
1457. advocate 提倡;主張 The organization is a strong advocate for improving environmental protection laws. 該組織是改善環境保護法的堅定提倡者。
1458. avocado 酪梨 Smashed avocado on toast has become a very popular breakfast choice in many cafes. 酪梨吐司已成為許多咖啡館非常受歡迎的早餐選擇。
1459. wander 漫遊;閒逛 We spent the afternoon wandering through the beautiful historic streets of the city center. 我們下午在市中心美麗的歷史街道上閒逛。
1460. wonder 想知道;奇蹟 I wonder if the company will decide to expand its operations into several new markets. 我在想(想知道)公司是否會決定將業務擴展到多個新市場。
1461. rash 紅疹;魯莽的 You should avoid making any rash decisions about your career when you are feeling stressed. 當你感到壓力大時,應避免對職業生涯做出任何魯莽的決定。
1462. deodorant 體香劑 Using a reliable deodorant is essential for staying fresh and confident throughout the day. 使用可靠的體香劑對於整天保持清爽與自信至關重要。
1463. serene 寧靜的;安詳 The lakeside resort offers a serene environment where guests can relax and enjoy nature. 湖畔度假村提供寧靜的環境,賓客可以在那裡放鬆並享受大自然。
1464. scarcity 缺乏;稀少 The scarcity of skilled workers in the region is a major challenge for local businesses. 該地區技術工人的缺乏是當地企業面臨的主要挑戰。
1465. eradicate 根除;消滅 The government is launching a new program to eradicate poverty in rural communities. 政府正在啟動一項新計畫以根除農村社區的貧困。
1466. incline 傾斜;傾向 Recent market trends seem to incline toward a preference for more sustainable products. 最近的市場趨勢似乎傾向於偏好更具永續性的產品。
1467. inclination 傾向;愛好 My natural inclination is to consider all the risks before making a major decision. 我的天性(傾向)是在做出重大決定前考慮所有風險。
1468. insole 鞋墊 Adding a soft insole to your shoes can provide extra comfort and support for your feet. 在鞋子裡加一個軟鞋墊可以為您的腳提供額外的舒適和支撐。
1469. adversarial 敵對的 The two companies had a long and adversarial relationship before finally deciding to merge. 這兩家公司在最終決定合併前有著長期且敵對的關係。
1470. circumstantial 視情況而定的 Most of the evidence against the suspect is purely circumstantial and not very convincing. 針對嫌疑人的大多數證據純屬間接的(情況證據),並不是很具說服力。
1471. circumstance 情況;環境 Under normal circumstances, the project would have been completed much sooner. 在正常情況下,專案本可以早得多完成。
1472. minutia 細枝末節 The manager spent too much time focusing on the minutia and ignored the bigger picture. 經理花了太多時間在細枝末節(瑣事)上,而忽略了大局。
1473. imposter 冒名頂替者 The police discovered that the man was an imposter who had been using a fake identity. 警方發現該男子是一名使用假身份的冒名頂替者。
1474. endemic 地方性的 Certain types of tropical diseases are endemic to the region and pose a health risk. 某些類型的熱帶疾病在該地區是地方性的(風土病),並構成健康風險。
1475. criterion 標準;準則 Quality is the most important criterion for selecting a new supplier for our company. 品質是為我們公司選擇新供應商最重要的標準(準則)。
1476. criteria 標準 We have established a set of criteria to evaluate the performance of our sales team. 我們建立了一套標準來評估銷售團隊的績效。
1477. objection 反對;異議 Several members of the board raised strong objections to the proposed budget cuts. 幾位董事會成員對提議的預算削減提出了強烈反對(異議)。
1478. subordinate 下屬;次要的 The manager was praised for his ability to inspire and lead his subordinates effectively. 經理因其有效激勵和領導下屬的能力而受到讚揚。
1479. acute 急性的;敏銳 The company is facing an acute shortage of skilled technicians in its factory. 公司工廠正面臨技術工人的嚴重(急性)短缺。
1480. striped 有條紋的 He wore a stylish blue and white striped shirt to the company's casual Friday lunch. 他穿著一件時尚的藍白條紋襯衫參加公司的週五休閒午餐。
1481. stingy 吝嗇的 Some employees complained that the company was being stingy with the holiday bonuses. 一些員工抱怨公司在節日獎金方面表現得很吝嗇。
1482. patronize 光顧;資助 I always try to patronize local businesses whenever I need to buy office supplies. 每當我需要購買辦公用品時,我總是嘗試光顧當地的企業。
1483. alienate 使疏遠;離間 The sudden change in company policy threatened to alienate many of our long-term clients. 公司政策的突然改變威脅要疏遠我們的許多長期客戶。
1484. insight 洞察力;見解 The market survey provided valuable insights into the changing needs of our customers. 市場調查為我們客戶不斷變化的需求提供了寶貴的見解。
1485. unethical 不道德的 The company was criticized for its unethical business practices in several overseas markets. 該公司因在幾個海外市場的不道德商業行為而受到批評。
1486. subject to 受...支配 All prices and availability are subject to change without prior notice from the company. 所有價格和供應情況如有變動,恕不另行通知(受...支配/影響)。
1487. aside 在旁邊 Aside from a few minor technical issues, the project has been a complete success. 除了幾個小的技術問題外,專案取得了完全的成功。
1488. constitute 構成;組成 These three smaller departments will constitute the new regional branch of the company. 這三個較小的部門將組成(構成)公司新的區域分部。
1489. bitterly 痛苦地;憤恨 The employees were bitterly disappointed when they heard the news of the bonus cuts. 當員工聽到削減獎金的消息時,他們感到非常(痛苦地)失望。
1490. outskirt 郊區;邊界 The new manufacturing facility is located on the outskirt of the city to reduce costs. 新的製造設施位於城市的郊區以降低成本。
1491. habilitate 授予資格 The program aims to habilitate unemployed workers and help them find new jobs. 該計畫旨在使失業者恢復工作能力(授予資格)並幫助他們找到新工作。
1492. redundancy payment 遣散費 Employees who are laid off are entitled to a redundancy payment based on their seniority. 被裁員的員工有權根據其年資領取遣散費。
1493. redundancy pay 遣散費 The company offered a generous redundancy pay package to those who agreed to leave early. 公司為同意提前離職的員工提供了優厚的遣散費方案。
1494. sentiment 情緒;觀點 Market sentiment toward the technology sector has become increasingly positive recently. 最近市場對科技業的情緒(觀點)變得越來越正面。
1495. aesthetic 美學的;審美 The new office design focuses on both functionality and modern aesthetic appeal. 新的辦公室設計同時注重功能性和現代美感(審美)。
1496. broad 寬廣的;概括 The manager gave a broad overview of the company's goals for the next fiscal year. 經理對公司下一個會計年度的目標做了概括性的概述。
1497. hostility 敵意 The proposed merger met with considerable hostility from several major shareholders. 提議的合併遭到了幾位大股東的相當大的敵意。
1498. maneuver 演習;策略 The company used a series of clever legal maneuvers to delay the court proceedings. 公司使用了一系列聰明的法律策略(手段)來推遲法庭程序。
1499. correspondence 通信;信件 Please keep a copy of all official correspondence between our company and the client. 請保留我們公司與客戶之間所有正式信件(通信)的副本。
1500. intelligence agent 情報員 He worked as an intelligence agent for several years before joining the private sector. 在加入私營部門之前,他擔任了幾年的情報員。
1501. ordeal 嚴峻考驗 The restructuring of the company was a difficult ordeal for many of its employees. 公司的重組對許多員工來說是一場艱難的嚴峻考驗。
1502. alley 小巷;弄 The delivery truck had difficulty navigating through the narrow alley behind the warehouse. 送貨卡車很難在倉庫後面的狹窄小巷中行駛。
1503. obstinate 頑固的 The manager was very obstinate and refused to consider any suggestions from the staff. 經理非常頑固,拒絕考慮員工的任何建議。
1504. shorts 短褲 Many employees enjoy wearing casual clothes like shorts and T-shirts on Fridays. 許多員工喜歡在週五穿著短褲和 T 恤等休閒服裝。
1505. novice 新手 While he is a novice in marketing, he has shown a great deal of potential for growth. 雖然他在行銷方面是個新手,但已展現出很大的成長潛力。
1506. asbestos 石棉 The old office building had to be closed for renovation to safely remove all asbestos materials. 這棟舊辦公大樓必須關閉進行整修,以安全移除所有石棉材料。
1507. bandage 繃帶 The first-aid kit in the office should always contain a variety of sterile bandages. 辦公室的急救箱應始終包含各種無菌繃帶。
1508. literally 確實地 The new software has literally saved us hundreds of hours of manual data entry work. 這款新軟體確實(照字面地)為我們節省了數百小時的手動數據輸入工作。
1509. fog Heavy fog at the airport caused several flight delays and cancellations this morning. 機場的大霧導致今天早上幾架航班延誤和取消。
1510. dense 密集的;濃厚的 The company is planning to expand its business into several dense urban areas. 公司計劃將業務擴展到多個密集的城市區域。
1511. milepost 里程碑 Reaching one million active users was a significant milepost for the new startup. 達到一百萬活躍用戶對這家新初創公司來說是一個重要的里程碑。
1512. yell at 對...吼叫 It is unprofessional for a manager to yell at employees in front of their colleagues. 經理在同事面前對員工大吼大叫是不專業的。
1513. construct 建造 The city is planning to construct a new bridge to reduce traffic congestion in the area. 該市正計劃建造一座新橋,以減少該地區的交通擁塞。
1514. matchup 競賽搭配 The upcoming industry conference will feature an interesting matchup between two top experts. 即將舉行的產業會議將有兩位頂尖專家之間有趣的對決(競賽搭配)。
1515. shy away from 迴避 Successful entrepreneurs should not shy away from taking calculated risks in business. 成功的企業家不應迴避在業務中承擔經過計算的風險。
1516. steadfast 堅定的 The CEO remained steadfast in his commitment to improving product quality and safety. 執行長對改善產品品質和安全的承諾保持堅定。
1517. clumsy 笨拙的 The delivery driver was criticized for his clumsy handling of several fragile packages. 送貨司機因笨拙地處理幾個易碎包裹而受到批評。
1518. bickering 爭吵 Continuous bickering among team members can have a negative impact on overall productivity. 團隊成員之間持續的爭吵會對整體生產力產生負面影響。
1519. bicker 鬥嘴;爭吵 The two managers often bicker about which marketing strategy is the most effective. 兩位經理經常為哪種行銷策略最有效而鬥嘴。
1520. crafty 狡猾的;靈巧 The company used a series of crafty marketing tactics to attract more customers. 該公司使用了一系列巧妙(靈巧/狡猾)的行銷策略來吸引更多客戶。
1521. backboard 籃板 The school's basketball court features a brand new professional-grade backboard. 學校籃球場配備了全新的專業級籃板。
1522. perimeter 周邊;周長 Security guards patrol the perimeter of the factory to ensure that no one enters illegally. 保全在工廠周邊巡邏以確保無人非法進入。
1523. huddle 聚在一起 The team members decided to huddle together to discuss their next steps for the project. 團隊成員決定聚在一起討論專案的下一步行動。
1524. hooping 打籃球 Many employees enjoy hooping together at the local park after finishing work. 許多員工喜歡下班後在當地公園一起打籃球。
1525. fort 堡壘 The ancient stone fort is a popular tourist attraction located on a hill overlooking the city. 這座古老的石堡是位於山丘上、俯瞰城市的熱門旅遊景點。
1526. haul 搬運;拖拉 The logistics company was hired to haul the heavy machinery across the country. 物流公司被聘請將重型機械運往(拖拉)全國各地。
1527. timely 及時的;適時 The manager's timely intervention helped to prevent the technical issue from escalating. 經理及時的干預幫助防止了技術問題惡化。
1528. wardrobe 全部服裝 As a professional, it is important to have a versatile wardrobe for different business occasions. 作為一名專業人士,為不同商務場合準備一套多功能的服裝(衣櫥)是很重要的。
1529. audacity 大膽 The new startup had the audacity to challenge the dominance of several large corporations. 這家新初創公司竟敢(有大膽的膽量)挑戰幾家大公司的壟斷地位。
1530. self-contradictory 自相矛盾的 Some of the witness's statements were self-contradictory and difficult for the jury to believe. 證人的某些陳述自相矛盾,陪審團很難相信。
1531. carry out 執行;實行 The research team is planning to carry out a series of tests to evaluate the new product. 研究團隊正計劃執行一系列測試來評估新產品。
1532. juvenile 青少年的;幼稚 The movie is intended for a mature audience and contains some themes not suitable for juveniles. 這部電影是為成年觀眾準備的,包含一些不適合青少年的主題。
1533. mediocrity 平庸 The company's goal is to achieve excellence and avoid the trap of mediocrity in its products. 公司的目標是追求卓越,避免其產品陷入平庸。
1534. coincidence 巧合 It was a complete coincidence that we both decided to apply for the same position. 我們兩人都決定應徵同一個職位純屬巧合。
1535. carnation 康乃馨 Carnations are very popular flowers for Mother's Day and other special celebrations. 康乃馨是母親節和其他特殊慶祝活動中非常受歡迎的花卉。
1536. intonation 語調 The speaker's varied intonation helped to keep the audience engaged and interested. 演講者多變的語調有助於保持聽眾的參與感和興趣。
1537. foam rubber 泡沫橡膠 The office chairs feature soft foam rubber cushions for extra comfort during long meetings. 辦公椅配備柔軟的泡沫橡膠座墊,在長時間會議中提供額外的舒適。
1538. foam 泡沫;起泡沫 Some types of soap produce a lot of foam, while others create very little when used. 某些類型的肥皂在使用時會產生大量泡沫,而有些則很少。
1539. manic-depressive 躁鬱的 It is important to provide support and understanding to people suffering from manic-depressive disorders. 為患有躁鬱症的人提供支持和理解是很重要的。
1540. infirmary 醫務室 If you feel unwell during work, you should report to the company's infirmary immediately. 如果你在工作期間感到不適,應立即前往公司的醫務室報告。
1541. prospect 前景;展望 The company is optimistic about its prospects for growth in several new international markets. 公司對在幾個新國際市場的成長前景感到樂觀。
1542. slack 鬆弛的;懈怠 During the slack season, the hotel offers several discount packages to attract more guests. 在淡季(懈怠期),飯店提供多種優惠方案以吸引更多賓客。
1543. monetarist 貨幣主義者 The central bank's decisions are often influenced by the views of several leading monetarists. 中央銀行的決定經常受到幾位領先貨幣主義者觀點的影響。
1544. eliminate 消除;淘汰 The new automated system will help to eliminate manual errors and improve data accuracy. 新的自動化系統將有助於消除人工錯誤並提高數據準確性。
1545. delegation 代表團;授權 A high-level delegation from the company will attend the international trade fair next month. 公司的高層代表團將於下個月參加國際貿易博覽會。
1546. gangster 歹徒;黑幫 The police are working hard to stop the activities of several local gangster groups in the city. 警方正努力制止市內幾個當地黑幫組織的活動。
1547. brawl 鬥毆;爭吵 A minor disagreement at the bar quickly escalated into a violent brawl involving several people. 酒吧裡的一點小分歧迅速演變成一場涉及多人的暴力鬥毆。
1548. alleged 聲稱的;涉嫌 The company denied the alleged misconduct and promised to cooperate with the investigation. 公司否認了涉嫌(聲稱的)不當行為,並承諾配合調查。
1549. anxiety 焦慮 Many employees feel a great deal of anxiety before giving a major presentation to the board. 許多員工在向董事會進行重大簡報前會感到非常焦慮。
1550. grudge 怨恨;妒忌 It is better to resolve conflicts quickly instead of holding a grudge against your colleagues. 快速解決衝突總比對同事懷恨(怨恨)在心好。
1551. persevere 堅持不懈 To succeed in a competitive market, you must be willing to persevere and overcome obstacles. 要在競爭激烈的市場中取得成功,你必須願意堅持不懈並克服障礙。
1552. monument 紀念碑 The city erected a monument in the center of the park to honor the fallen soldiers. 該市在公園中心豎立了一座紀念碑,以紀念犧牲的士兵。
1553. filtration 過濾 The factory's new air filtration system helps to reduce the emission of harmful pollutants. 工廠新的空氣過濾系統有助於減少有害污染物的排放。
1554. rivalry 競爭;對抗 There has always been a friendly rivalry between the company's sales and marketing teams. 公司的銷售和行銷團隊之間一直存在著友好的競爭(對抗)。
1555. sibling 兄弟姊妹 Many people find it helpful to have a supportive sibling to talk to during difficult times. 許多人發現,在困難時期能有一位支持自己的兄弟姊妹傾訴很有幫助。
1556. famine 饑荒 The international community provided emergency food aid to help the victims of the famine. 國際社會提供了緊急糧食援助以幫助饑荒的受害者。
1557. penny-pincher 吝嗇鬼 The manager was known as a penny-pincher who always tried to cut costs on small items. 經理以吝嗇(守財奴)聞名,總是試圖在小項目上削減成本。
1558. pride 驕傲;自豪 We take great pride in providing our customers with high-quality products and services. 我們為能向客戶提供高品質的產品和服務感到非常自豪。
1559. swear words 髒話 Using swear words in the workplace is considered highly unprofessional and offensive. 在工作場所使用髒話被認為是非常不專業且具有冒犯性的。
1560. fascia 筋膜;招牌 The new retail store features a stylish wooden fascia with the company's logo carved into it. 新零售店設有時尚的木製招牌(面板),上面刻有公司的標誌。
1561. counterbalance 抗衡;抵銷 The company's strong domestic sales helped to counterbalance its losses in overseas markets. 公司強勁的國內銷售有助於抵銷其在海外市場的損失。
1562. counterpoise 平衡;抗衡 The two opposing forces acted as a counterpoise to each other, maintaining stability. 兩種相反的力量互相抗衡(平衡),維持了穩定。
1563. infinity 無限;無窮 The mathematical concept of infinity can be difficult for many people to fully understand. 無限(無窮)的數學概念對許多人來說可能很難完全理解。
1564. haulage 運輸;運費 Haulage costs have increased significantly due to the recent rise in global fuel prices. 由於近期全球油價上漲,運輸成本(運費)大幅增加。
1565. converge 匯聚;會合 Many different trends are starting to converge, leading to a major change in the industry. 許多不同的趨勢正開始匯聚,導致產業發生重大變化。
1566. impose 強加;徵稅 The government decided to impose a new tax on high-sugar drinks to improve public health. 政府決定對高糖飲料徵收新稅以改善公眾健康。
1567. disapproval 不贊成 The manager's facial expression clearly showed his disapproval of the proposed plan. 經理的面部表情清楚地顯示了他對提議計畫的不贊成(反對)。
1568. clown 小丑 The children were entertained by the funny antics of the clown at the birthday party. 生日派對上小丑滑稽的舉動讓孩子們很開心。
1569. recreational 娛樂的;休閒 The city provides several recreational facilities, including swimming pools and parks. 該市提供了多種娛樂設施(休閒設施),包括游泳池和公園。
1570. exclaim 驚呼 "I can't believe we actually won!" she exclaimed when she heard the exciting news. 「我不敢相信我們竟然贏了!」當她聽到這個令人興奮的消息時驚呼道。
1571. boot 靴子;開機 Please make sure that your computer is properly configured to boot up from the network. 請確保您的電腦配置正確,可以從網路啟動(開機)。
1572. stocking 長襪 Many people hang Christmas stockings by the fireplace in anticipation of Santa's visit. 許多人在壁爐旁掛上聖誕長襪,期待聖誕老人的到訪。
1573. clavichord 擊弦古鋼琴 The musician gave a beautiful performance on an ancient clavichord during the concert. 音樂家在音樂會上用一架古老的擊弦古鋼琴進行了精彩的演出。
1574. detective 偵探 The private detective was hired to investigate the mysterious disappearance of the funds. 私家偵探被聘請來調查這筆資金神祕失蹤的案件。
1575. parcel 包裹;一塊地 The courier delivered a small parcel to the company's reception desk this afternoon. 快遞員今天下午將一個小包裹送到公司前台。
1576. airfield 機場 The small private airfield is mainly used by corporate jets and light aircraft. 這個私人小機場主要供企業噴射機和輕型飛機使用。
1577. pigeon 鴿子 Pigeons are very common birds in many city centers and are often seen in public squares. 鴿子在許多市中心是非常常見的鳥類,經常在公共廣場看到。
1578. spare part 備用零件 We always keep a stock of essential spare parts in the warehouse to minimize downtime. 我們始終在倉庫中儲存必要的備用零件,以最大限度地減少停機時間。
1579. beggar 乞丐 The man was seen as a beggar wandering through the streets asking for money. 那名男子被視為在街上遊蕩討錢的乞丐。
1580. postcard 明信片 I sent a beautiful postcard to my colleagues while I was on vacation in Italy. 我在義大利度假時給同事寄了一張漂亮的明信片。
1581. spoil 破壞;溺愛 Fresh milk will spoil quickly if it is not kept in a cool and refrigerated environment. 如果不保存在陰涼冷藏的環境中,鮮奶很快就會變質(變壞)。
1582. rudely 粗魯地 The customer complained that the salesperson had treated her very rudely and unfairly. 客戶投訴銷售人員對她的對待非常粗魯且不公平。
1583. jeopardy 危險;風險 The failure of the project has put the company's entire future in serious jeopardy. 專案的失敗讓公司的整個未來陷入嚴重的危險(風險)中。
1584. excuse 藉口;原諒 Please excuse my late arrival, but there was an unexpected delay on the train lines. 請原諒我的遲到,因為鐵路路線發生了意外延誤。
1585. pardon 原諒;赦免 The president decided to pardon several individuals who had been wrongly convicted. 總統決定赦免(原諒)幾名被錯誤定罪的人。
1586. cloakroom 衣帽間 Guests are encouraged to leave their coats and bags in the cloakroom before the event. 賓客被建議在活動前將大衣和包包留在衣帽間。
1587. suit 西裝;套裝 You should wear a formal suit to the important business meeting with our new partners. 你應該穿著正式西裝參加與我們新夥伴的重要商務會議。
1588. Mercedes 賓士汽車 The company's CEO drives a high-end Mercedes that is known for its luxury and safety. 公司的執行長開著一輛以豪華和安全聞名的頂級賓士。
1589. Korean 韓國的 Korean culture has become increasingly popular around the world through music and film. 韓國文化透過音樂和電影在世界各地變得越來越受歡迎。
1590. hairdresser 美髮師 I need to book an appointment with my favorite hairdresser before the wedding party. 我需要在婚禮派對前預約我最喜歡的美髮師。
1591. housewife 家庭主婦 Being a full-time housewife involves managing many different household responsibilities. 作為全職家庭主婦需要管理許多不同的家庭責任。
1592. milkman 送牛奶的人 In the past, the milkman would deliver fresh bottles of milk to people's doors every day. 在過去,送牛奶的人每天都會將新鮮的牛奶送到人們家門口。
1593. mechanic 技工 If your car is making a strange noise, you should take it to a qualified mechanic. 如果你的車發出奇怪的聲音,你應該把它交給合格的技工處理。
1594. air hostess 空中小姐 The air hostess provided excellent service to the passengers throughout the long flight. 空中小姐在漫長的飛行過程中為乘客提供了優質的服務。
1595. blouse 女襯衫 She wore a professional white blouse and a dark skirt to the job interview this morning. 她今天早上穿著專業的白色女襯衫和深色裙子參加工作面試。
1596. tie 領帶;平手 He always wears a silk tie when he meets with important clients or business partners. 當他與重要客戶或商務夥伴見面時,總是繫著絲綢領帶。
1597. carpet 地毯 The company decided to replace the old carpet in the office with more modern flooring. 公司決定用更現代的地板更換辦公室的老舊地毯。
1598. upstairs 在樓上 The manager's office is located upstairs, right next to the main conference room. 經理的辦公室位於樓上,就在主會議室旁邊。
1599. Dutch 荷蘭的 The Dutch economy is highly developed and known for its strong international trade. 荷蘭經濟高度發達,並以其強大的國際貿易聞名。
1600. electrician 電工 We need to hire an electrician to fix the faulty wiring in the company's warehouse. 我們需要聘請一名電工來修理公司倉庫中故障的線路。
1601. Russian 俄羅斯的 The Russian economy is heavily dependent on the export of oil and natural gas. 俄羅斯經濟高度依賴石油和天然氣的出口。
1602. Norwegian 挪威的 The Norwegian sovereign wealth fund is one of the largest and most successful in the world. 挪威主權財富基金是世界上最大且最成功的基金之一。
1603. Danish 丹麥的 Danish design is famous for its simple, functional, and aesthetically pleasing style. 丹麥設計以其簡單、實用且美觀的風格聞名。
1604. customs 海關;關稅 You must declare all high-value items when you go through customs at the airport. 當你通過機場海關時,必須申報所有高價值物品。
1605. hard-working 勤奮的 She is a very hard-working employee who always completes her tasks ahead of schedule. 她是一位非常勤奮的員工,總是提前完成任務。
1606. shut 關閉 Please make sure to shut the windows before you leave the office for the evening. 晚上離開辦公室前,請務必關上窗戶。
1607. blunt 鈍的;直率 The manager's blunt criticism of the team's performance was difficult for some to hear. 經理對團隊表現的直率批評讓有些人很難接受。
1608. tin 錫;罐頭 The pantry is stocked with various tins of soup and vegetables for emergency situations. 食品儲藏室儲存了各種罐裝(錫製罐頭)湯和蔬菜,以備緊急情況。
1609. dressing table 梳妝台 The hotel room features a beautiful wooden dressing table with a large oval mirror. 飯店客房配有一張美觀的木製梳妝台,並配有一面大型橢圓鏡。
1610. stereo 立體音響 The company's new office lobby is equipped with a high-quality stereo sound system. 公司新的辦公室大廳配備了高品質的立體音響系統。
1611. refrigerator 冰箱 Please do not leave any perishable food items in the office refrigerator over the weekend. 週末請勿將任何易腐爛的食品留在辦公室冰箱裡。
1612. cooker 爐具;炊具 The staff kitchen is equipped with a modern electric cooker and a microwave oven. 員工廚房配備了現代化的電爐(爐具)和微波爐。
1613. trousers 褲子 He wore a pair of smart grey trousers and a blue shirt to the business meeting. 他穿著一條體面的灰色長褲和一件藍色襯衫參加商務會議。
1614. untidy 不整潔的 An untidy workspace can lead to decreased productivity and increased levels of stress. 不整潔的工作空間會導致生產力下降並增加壓力。
1615. sweep 掃;清掃 The maintenance staff sweep the office floors every evening after all employees leave. 維護人員每天晚上在所有員工離開後清掃辦公室地板。
1616. put on 穿上;上演 We are planning to put on a small dramatic performance during the annual company party. 我們正計劃在公司年會期間上演一場小型戲劇表演。
1617. grass The company headquarters is surrounded by a beautiful green lawn of well-kept grass. 公司總部周圍環繞著一片維護良好的綠色草坪。
1618. tap 水龍頭 Please remember to turn off the tap completely after you finish washing your hands. 洗完手後請記得完全關掉水龍頭。
1619. aeroplane 飛機 The company's CEO often travels by private aeroplane to attend important international meetings. 公司執行長經常搭乘私人飛機參加重要的國際會議。
1620. shave 刮鬍子 Most professional men choose to shave every morning before they head to the office. 大多數專業男性選擇在去辦公室前每天早上刮鬍子。
1621. beside 在旁邊 The research facility is located right beside the main manufacturing plant in the city. 研發設施就位於市內主製造工廠旁邊。
1622. valley 山谷 The new resort is located in a beautiful valley surrounded by high, snow-capped mountains. 新度假村位於一個被白雪覆蓋的高山環繞的美麗山谷中。
1623. bookcase 書櫃 The legal department has several large bookcases filled with various law books and records. 法律部有幾個裝滿各種法律書籍和記錄的大書櫃。
1624. teapot 茶壺 The receptionist served hot tea from a beautiful ceramic teapot during the meeting. 接待員在會議期間用精美的陶瓷茶壺供應熱茶。
1625. kettle 水壺 Please fill the electric kettle with water if you want to make some tea or coffee. 如果你想泡茶或咖啡,請往電熱水壺裡加水。
1626. handwriting 字跡;筆跡 Her clear and professional handwriting made it easy for everyone to read her meeting notes. 她清晰專業的筆跡讓每個人都能輕鬆閱讀她的會議記錄。
1627. Scotch whisky 蘇格蘭威士忌 The company hosted a tasting event featuring several different types of premium Scotch whisky. 公司舉辦了一場品酒活動,提供幾種不同類型的優質蘇格蘭威士忌。
1628. cabbage 高麗菜 Cabbage is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a wide variety of healthy dishes. 高麗菜是一種多用途的蔬菜,可用於製作多種健康料理。
1629. lettuce 萵苣;生菜 Fresh lettuce is an essential ingredient for making a delicious and healthy garden salad. 新鮮生菜是製作美味健康田園沙拉的必備材料。
1630. pea 豌豆 The farmers recently harvested a large crop of sweet green peas from the local fields. 農夫們最近從當地田地收割了大量的甜綠豌豆。
1631. pear 梨子 The fruit basket in the lobby contains fresh apples, oranges, bananas, and ripe pears. 大廳的水果籃裡裝有新鮮的蘋果、橘子、香蕉和成熟的梨子。
1632. Greece 希臘 Greece is a popular destination for tourists interested in ancient history and beautiful beaches. 希臘是喜愛古代歷史和美麗海灘的遊客熱門的目的地。
1633. pleasant 令人愉快的 We had a very pleasant discussion about potential collaboration on the new project. 我們就新專案的潛在合作進行了非常愉快的討論。
1634. windy 多風的 It was a very windy day, so we decided to hold the outdoor company event inside instead. 那天風很大(多風的),所以我們決定將公司戶外活動改在室內舉行。
1635. autumn 秋天 Many people believe that autumn is the most beautiful season in Tokyo due to the changing leaves. 許多人認為東京的秋天是最美的季節,因為有變色的紅葉。
1636. march 前進;示威遊行 Thousands of people participated in a peaceful march through the city center this afternoon. 今天下午有數千人參加了穿過市中心的和平示威遊行。
1637. Holland 荷蘭 Holland is famous for its beautiful tulip fields, historic windmills, and extensive canals. 荷蘭以其美麗的鬱金香田、歷史悠久的風車和廣泛的運河聞名。
1638. Spain 西班牙 Spain is one of the largest economies in Europe and a major producer of olive oil and wine. 西班牙是歐洲最大的經濟體之一,也是橄欖油和葡萄酒的主要產地。
1639. Sweden 瑞典 Sweden is known for its high standard of living and commitment to environmental protection. 瑞典以其高品質的生活水準和對環境保護的承諾聞名。
1640. mild 溫和的 The region has a mild climate, which makes it ideal for growing several types of fruit. 該地區氣候溫和,非常適合種植多種水果。
1641. subject 主題;受支配 The company's new policy is still subject to approval by the board of directors next month. 公司的新政策仍有待(受支配於)下個月董事會的批准。
1642. Australian 澳洲的 The Australian government is working to improve trade relations with several Asian countries. 澳洲政府正致力於改善與多個亞洲國家的貿易關係。
1643. Austrian 奧地利的 Austrian scientists have made several major contributions to the field of quantum physics. 奧地利科學家在量子物理領域做出了幾項重大貢獻。
1644. Canadian 加拿大的 The Canadian economy depends heavily on its natural resources and international trade. 加拿大經濟高度依賴其自然資源和國際貿易。
1645. Finnish 芬蘭的 Finnish design is highly respected around the world for its simplicity and functionality. 芬蘭設計因其簡單性和功能性而在世界各地備受尊敬。
1646. Nigeria 奈及利亞 Nigeria is the largest economy in Africa and a major producer of oil and natural gas. 奈及利亞是非洲最大的經濟體,也是石油和天然氣的主要產地。
1647. Nigerian 奈及利亞的 The Nigerian government is implementing new policies to attract more foreign investment. 奈及利亞政府正在實施新政策以吸引更多外資。
1648. turkey 火雞 Roast turkey is a traditional dish that is served during several special holiday celebrations. 烤火雞是在幾個特殊節日慶祝活動中供應的傳統菜餚。
1649. Turkish 土耳其的 Turkish tea is a very popular drink that is enjoyed by people throughout the entire country. 土耳其茶是一種非常受歡迎的飲料,全國各地的人都喜歡喝。
1650. Thai 泰國的 Thai cuisine is famous around the world for its unique blend of spicy, sour, and sweet flavors. 泰國料理以其獨特的酸、辣、甜風味結合而聞名世界。
1651. stay 停留;保持 We hope you will enjoy your stay at our hotel and find our services to be exceptional. 我們希望您在我們飯店停留(住宿)愉快,並覺得我們的服務非常卓越。
1652. housework 家事 Many職場人士發現很難在事業與做家事之間取得平衡。 Many professionals find it difficult to balance their career with doing housework.
1653. writing paper 信紙 Please use the company's official writing paper for all formal correspondence with clients. 與客戶的所有正式信件請使用公司官方信紙。
1654. shop assistant 店員 The shop assistant was very helpful and assisted me in finding the correct size of the shirt. 店員非常有幫助,協助我找到了正確尺寸的襯衫。
1655. pad 墊子;便條紙簿 I always keep a small pad of paper by the telephone to take down important messages. 我總是在電話旁放一本小便條紙簿,用來記錄重要訊息。
1656. chalk 粉筆 The teacher used different colors of chalk to draw a diagram on the blackboard for the class. 老師使用不同顏色的粉筆在黑板上為班級畫示意圖。
1657. earache 耳痛 If you suffer from a persistent earache, you should consult with a doctor as soon as possible. 如果你患有持續性耳痛,應儘快諮詢醫生。
1658. toothache 牙痛 A severe toothache can make it very difficult for you to focus on your work or daily tasks. 嚴重的牙痛會讓你很難專注於工作或日常任務。
1659. dentist 牙醫 It is recommended that you visit your dentist for a check-up at least twice every year. 建議你每年至少看兩次牙醫進行檢查。
1660. flu 流行性感冒 Many employees were absent from work last week due to a sudden outbreak of the seasonal flu. 上週因季節性流感突然爆發,許多員工缺勤。
1661. measles 麻疹 Measles is a highly contagious disease that can lead to serious health complications. 麻疹是一種高度傳染性的疾病,可能導致嚴重的健康併發症。
1662. mumps 腮腺炎 Children are usually vaccinated against mumps and other common childhood diseases. 兒童通常會接種疫苗以預防腮腺炎和其他常見的兒童疾病。
1663. yet 還;尚未 While the project is almost complete, there are still several small tasks that need to be done yet. 雖然專案快完成了,但仍有幾項小任務尚未(還)完成。
1664. dairy 乳製品 The company is a major supplier of fresh milk and other high-quality dairy products. 該公司是鮮乳和其他高品質乳製品的主要供應商。
1665. baker 麵包師傅 The local baker is famous for his delicious freshly baked bread and traditional pastries. 當地麵包師傅以其美味的現烤麵包和傳統糕點聞名。
1666. grocer 雜貨商 I usually buy my fresh vegetables and fruit from the small grocer at the end of the street. 我通常在街尾的小雜貨商那裡購買新鮮蔬菜和水果。
1667. race 種族;比賽 The company organized a charity race to raise money for a local children's hospital. 公司組織了一場慈善比賽,為當地的兒童醫院籌款。
1668. stationer 文具商 You can buy high-quality writing paper and office supplies from the local stationer downtown. 你可以從市中心的文具商那裡購買高品質的信紙和辦公用品。
1669. Denmark 丹麥 Denmark is known for its high standard of living and commitment to sustainable energy. 丹麥以其高品質的生活水準和對永續能源的承諾聞名。
1670. awful 糟糕的 The weather during our outdoor event was absolutely awful, with heavy rain and strong wind. 我們戶外活動期間的天氣簡直糟糕透頂,有大雨和強風。
1671. bus stop 公車站 There is a convenient bus stop located right in front of the company's main entrance. 公司大門正前方就有一個方便的公車站。
1672. pleasantly 愉快地 I was pleasantly surprised to hear that I had been promoted to a senior manager position. 聽說我被晉升為高級經理,我感到愉快地驚喜。
1673. phrase 片語 Please use a more professional phrase to describe the features of our new services. 請使用更專業的片語(詞組)來描述我們新服務的特點。
1674. hurriedly 匆忙地 The manager hurriedly left the office to attend an unexpected meeting with the client. 經理匆忙離開辦公室去參加與客戶的意外會議。
1675. thirstily 口渴地 The workers drank several bottles of cold water thirstily after finishing their long shift. 工人們在完成長時間輪班後,口渴地(渴望地)喝了幾瓶冷水。
1676. newsagent 報刊經銷商 You can buy the morning newspapers and several popular magazines from the local newsagent. 你可以從當地的報刊經銷商(報攤)那裡購買晨報和幾本熱門雜誌。
1677. chemist 藥劑師;藥局 Please take this prescription to the local chemist to get your medicine. 請把這張處方箋拿到當地的藥局(藥劑師那裡)領藥。
1678. groceries 食品雜貨 I need to stop by the supermarket to pick up some groceries on my way home from work. 下班回家路上我需要順便去超市買些食品雜貨。
1679. nearly 幾乎;差不多 The construction of the new office building is nearly complete and should be finished by next month. 新辦公大樓的建設幾乎完成了,應該在下個月前完工。
1680. roast 烤(肉) The restaurant's signature dish is a delicious roast chicken served with seasonal vegetables. 該餐廳的招牌菜是搭配時令蔬菜的美味烤雞。
1681. haircut 理髮 He decided to get a professional haircut before his important job interview tomorrow morning. 他決定在明天早上的重要面試前去理個髮(理髮)。
1682. suitcase 行李箱 Please make sure to lock your suitcase before you check it in at the airport counter. 在機場櫃台辦理託運前,請務必鎖好你的行李箱。
1683. lamp-post 路燈柱 The car accidentally crashed into a lamp-post on the side of the road during the heavy rain. 那輛車在大雨中不小心撞到了路邊的一根路燈柱。
1684. attendant 服務員 The flight attendant provided excellent care and attention to all of the passengers. 空服員(服務員)對所有乘客都提供了極佳的照顧和關注。
1685. pound 英鎊;磅 The price of the product is fifty pounds, which is a very reasonable offer for its quality. 該產品的價格是五十英鎊,以其品質而言是非常合理的報價。
1686. stills 劇照 The magazine published several beautiful stills from the director's latest award-winning film. 該雜誌發表了幾張導演最新獲獎電影的美麗劇照。
1687. still 仍然;靜止的 Despite the technical problems, the team is still working hard to finish the project on time. 儘管有技術問題,團隊仍然(還是)在努力按時完成專案。
1688. Stockholm 斯德哥爾摩 Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and a major center for technology and innovation. 斯德哥爾摩是瑞典的首都,也是科技與創新的重要中心。
1689. pilot 飛行員 The experienced pilot handled the difficult landing with great skill and professionalism. 經驗豐富的飛行員以精湛的技術和專業精神處理了這次艱難的降落。
1690. Madrid 馬德里 Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, known for its beautiful historic landmarks. 馬德里是西班牙的首都和最大城市,以其美麗的歷史地標聞名。
1691. Athens 雅典 Athens is the capital city of Greece and famous for its ancient historic monuments. 雅典是希臘的首都,以其古代歷史古蹟聞名。
1692. Bombay 孟買 Bombay, now officially known as Mumbai, is the largest city and financial center of India. 孟買(現官方稱為 Mumbai)是印度最大的城市和金融中心。
1693. Geneva 日內瓦 Geneva is a major international center for diplomacy and home to many global organizations. 日內瓦是重要的國際外交中心,也是許多全球組織的所在地。
1694. Moscow 莫斯科 Moscow is the capital of Russia and a major political, economic, and cultural center. 莫斯科是俄羅斯的首都,也是重要的政治、經濟和文化中心。
1695. Seoul 首爾 Seoul is the capital of South Korea and a leading global center for technology and innovation. 首爾是南韓的首都,也是全球領先的科技與創新中心。
1696. porter 搬運工 The hotel porter assisted the guests with their heavy suitcases upon their arrival. 飯店搬運工在賓客抵達時協助他們搬運笨重的行李箱。
1697. pence 便士 The price of the morning newspaper has increased by several pence over the past year. 報紙的價格在過去一年中上漲了幾便士。
1698. zip 拉鍊 Please make sure that the zip on your bag is fully closed before you board the train. 在上火車前,請務必確保你包包上的拉鍊完全拉好(關閉)。
1699. ow 唉喲 "Ow! I just stubbed my toe on the corner of the desk!" he exclaimed in pain. 「唉喲!我的腳趾剛才撞到桌角了!」他痛苦地大叫。
1700. downstairs 在樓下 If you need any office supplies, you can find them in the storage room located downstairs. 如果你需要任何辦公用品,可以在位於樓下(下層)的儲藏室找到。
1701. Scotland 蘇格蘭 Scotland is a part of the United Kingdom and is famous for its beautiful highlands and lochs. 蘇格蘭是英國的一部分,以其美麗的高原和湖泊聞名。
1702. youth 青年;青春 The company is launching a new program to encourage more youth to pursue careers in technology. 公司正在啟動一項新計畫,以鼓勵更多青年從事科技產業。
1703. sour 酸的;餿的 The fresh milk will quickly turn sour if it is not kept in a cool, refrigerated environment. 鮮乳如果不保存在陰涼冷藏的環境中,很快就會變變酸(變質)。
1704. stale 不新鮮的;陳舊 These biscuits have gone stale because the packet was not sealed properly after opening. 這些餅乾已經不新鮮(變軟)了,因為開封後包裝沒有封好。
1705. cheer 歡呼;使振奮 The team's unexpected victory did a lot to cheer up the spirits of the entire company. 團隊意外的勝利大大振奮了全公司的士氣。
1706. mathematics 數學 A strong background in mathematics is essential for many roles in data science and engineering. 具備紮實的數學背景對於數據科學和工程領域的許多職位至關重要。
1707. teaspoonful 一茶匙的量 Please add exactly one teaspoonful of the specialized cleaning solution to the water. 請往水裡加入正好一茶匙量的專用清潔液。
1708. advise 建議;忠告 Our legal experts will advise the board on the potential risks of the proposed merger. 我們的法律專家將就提議合併的潛在風險為董事會提供建議。
1709. advice 建議;忠告 My manager gave me some very helpful advice on how to improve my time management skills. 我的經理就如何提高我的時間管理能力給了我一些非常有用的建議。
1710. instalment 分期付款 Customers have the option to pay for the high-end equipment in twelve monthly instalments. 客戶可以選擇分十二個月分期付款購買這套高端設備。
1711. tramp 流浪漢;重步走 He heard the heavy tramp of feet on the wooden floor as the workers entered the building. 當工人們進入大樓時,他聽到木地板上傳來沉重的腳步聲(重步走)。
1712. lemonade 檸檬水 Freshly squeezed lemonade is a very refreshing and popular drink during the hot summer months. 現榨檸檬水在炎熱的夏季月份是非常消暑且受歡迎的飲料。
1713. asleep 睡著的 He was so exhausted after the long flight that he fell asleep almost immediately. 長途飛行後他精疲力竭,幾乎立刻就睡著了。
1714. torch 手電筒 Please make sure to keep a reliable torch and extra batteries in your emergency kit. 請務必在你的急救箱中準備一個可靠的手電筒和額外的電池。
1715. counter 櫃台;計數器 The customer service counter is located right next to the main entrance of the building. 客戶服務櫃台就位於大樓正門旁邊。
1716. beard 鬍鬚 He decided to grow a beard during his vacation, but he shaved it off before returning to work. 他決定在度假期間蓄鬍,但在回公司上班前把它刮掉了。
1717. terribly 非常;可怕地 I am terribly sorry for the delay in providing the final version of the market report. 對於提供市場報告最終版本的延遲,我感到非常抱歉。
1718. overtake 超車;趕上 Our company is working hard to overtake our main competitors in the international market. 我們公司正努力在國際市場上趕上(超過)我們的主要競爭對手。
1719. speed limit 速限 Drivers should always be careful not to exceed the speed limit, especially in residential areas. 駕駛應始終注意不要超過速限,特別是在住宅區。
1720. mink 水貂 Mink farming is a controversial industry that has faced significant criticism from activists. 水貂養殖是一個充滿爭議的產業,面臨來自活動人士的重大批評。
1721. mink coat 貂皮大衣 In the past, owning a mink coat was seen as a major symbol of wealth and social status. 在過去,擁有一件貂皮大衣被視為財富和社會地位的主要象徵。
1722. middle-aged 中年的 The company's new products are specifically designed to appeal to middle-aged consumers. 公司的新產品專門設計為吸引中年消費者。
1723. compact 緊湊的;小型 The new compact smartphone model is ideal for users who prefer a smaller and lighter device. 新的小型(緊湊型)智慧型手機型號非常適合偏好更小更輕裝置的用戶。
1724. amused 覺得好笑的 The audience was very amused by the speaker's humorous anecdotes about his early career. 聽眾對演講者關於他早期職業生涯的幽默軼事感到很有趣(覺得好笑)。
1725. regularly 規律地;經常 It is important to back up your data regularly to prevent potential loss due to hardware failure. 定期(規律地)備份數據非常重要,以防止因硬體故障導致的潛在損失。
1726. intimidate 恐嚇;威脅 You should not allow anyone to intimidate you into making a decision that you are not comfortable with. 你不應允許任何人恐嚇你做出讓你感到不舒服的決定。
1727. despise 鄙視 Most people despise dishonest business practices that take advantage of vulnerable customers. 大多數人鄙視利用弱勢客戶的不誠實商業行為。
1728. bigotry 偏執;頑固 The company has a zero-tolerance policy regarding any forms of bigotry or discrimination. 公司對於任何形式的偏執或歧視都採取零容忍政策。
1729. convention 大會;慣例 The annual industry convention attracts thousands of professionals from all over the world. 年度產業大會吸引了來自世界各地的數千名專業人士。
1730. ratified 批准;認可 The proposed trade agreement was officially ratified by all of the member nations last week. 提議的貿易協定已於上週獲得所有成員國的正式批准。
1731. temporal 時間的;暫時 The study examined the temporal relationship between consumer spending and interest rates. 該研究調查了消費者支出與利率之間的時間(暫時性/世俗性)關係。
1732. stair 樓梯 Please be careful when you walk down the stair, as the floor can be slippery when wet. 走下樓梯時請小心,因為地板潮濕時可能會很滑。
1733. footstep 腳步聲 I heard a soft footstep in the corridor, but no one was there when I opened my office door. 我聽到走廊裡有輕微的腳步聲,但當我打開辦公室門時卻沒有人在那裡。
1734. suspicion 懷疑 The sudden change in the company's accounting practices raised a great deal of suspicion. 公司會計實務的突然變動引起了極大的懷疑。
1735. pitch 推銷;音高 The sales team spent several days preparing their pitch for the potential new client. 銷售團隊花了幾天時間為潛在的新客戶準備他們的推銷(簡報)。
1736. crawl 爬行 The internet speed was so slow this morning that it seemed to crawl along at a snail's pace. 今天早上的網路速度慢得像蜗牛在爬一樣。
1737. seafloor 海底 Researchers are using specialized equipment to explore the mysterious depths of the seafloor. 研究人員正使用專用設備探索神祕的海底深處。
1738. litter basket 垃圾桶 Please make sure to discard your waste in the litter basket located in the corner of the room. 請務必將垃圾丟棄在房間角落的垃圾桶裡。
1739. memento 紀念品 I bought a beautiful local handicraft as a memento of my successful business trip to Kyoto. 我買了一件精美的當地手工藝品,作為我去京都成功出差的紀念品。
1740. decorative 裝飾性的 The office reception area features several decorative plants and modern artwork. 辦公室接待區設有幾盆裝飾性植物和現代藝術品。
1741. mugs 馬克杯 We bought a set of specialized mugs with the company's logo for use in the staff kitchen. 我們買了一套印有公司標誌的專用馬克杯,供員工廚房使用。
1742. teacup 茶杯 She carefully placed the delicate porcelain teacup back on the saucer after taking a sip. 她喝了一口後,小心翼翼地將精緻的瓷茶杯放回茶托上。
1743. porcelain 瓷器 The region is famous for producing high-quality porcelain that is exported all over the world. 該地區以生產銷往世界各地的高品質瓷器而聞名。
1744. nourish 滋養 A balanced diet is essential to nourish your body and maintain your overall health and energy. 均衡的飲食對於滋養身體、維持整體健康和能量至關重要。
1745. grooming 培訓;美容 The company has a specialized program for the grooming of future executive leaders. 公司有一項專門針對培訓(整飾/培養)未來高階領導者的計畫。
1746. supremacy 至高無上;霸權 The company's innovative technology has helped it to maintain its supremacy in the market. 公司創新的技術幫助其維持在市場上的霸權(優勢地位)。
1747. white supremacy 白人至上主義 White supremacy is a harmful ideology that has no place in a modern and inclusive society. 白人至上主義是一種有害的意識形態,在現代包容的社會中沒有立足之地。
1748. stealth 隱形;潛行 The new aircraft features advanced stealth technology that makes it difficult for radar to detect. 這款新飛機具備先進的隱形技術,讓雷達難以偵測。
1749. hassle 麻煩 Ordering office supplies online is much more convenient and involves far less hassle. 在線上訂購辦公用品更方便,且麻煩少得多。
1750. hustle 忙碌;詐欺 To succeed in the competitive world of fashion, you must be willing to hustle and work hard. 要在競爭激烈的時尚界取得成功,你必須願意忙碌(奔波)且努力工作。
1751. phrasal 片語的 Understanding the nuances of phrasal verbs is essential for achieving fluency in English. 理解動詞片語的細微差別對於達到流利的英語能力至關重要。
1752. phrasal verb 動詞片語 "Look forward to" is a common phrasal verb that is often used in business correspondence. "Look forward to" 是一個常用於商務通信的動詞片語。
1753. zealot 狂熱者 He was seen as a political zealot who refused to listen to any opposing points of view. 他被視為一名政治狂熱者,拒絕聽取任何相反的觀點。
1754. fanatic 狂熱份子 As a fitness fanatic, she spends several hours at the gym every day after finishing work. 作為一名健身狂熱份子,她每天下班後都會在健身房待上幾個小時。
1755. sprint 衝刺 The athlete made a powerful sprint toward the finish line to win the gold medal. 運動員向終點線強力衝刺,贏得了金牌。
1756. extremity 極端;四肢 The explorers faced severe conditions in the remote extremity of the northern wilderness. 探險家們在北方荒原偏遠的極端環境中面臨嚴峻條件。
1757. impulse buying 衝動購物 Retailers use clever store layouts and attractive displays to encourage impulse buying. 零售商利用巧妙的店面佈局和吸引人的展示來鼓勵衝動購物。
1758. lipids 脂質 Lipids play a crucial role in maintaining cell structure and storing energy in the body. 脂質在維持細胞結構和體內能量儲存方面發揮著至關重要的作用。
1759. corporal punishment 體罰 Many countries have passed laws to ban the use of corporal punishment in schools. 許多國家已通過法律禁止在學校使用體罰。
1760. wiggle room 迴旋餘地 The current budget is very tight, so there is very little wiggle room for unexpected costs. 目前預算非常吃緊,因此對於意外支出幾乎沒有迴旋餘地。
1761. ubiquity 無所不在 The ubiquity of smartphones has fundamentally changed the way we communicate and work. 智慧型手機的無所不在從根本上改變了我們溝通和工作的方式。
1762. trajectory 軌跡 The company's current growth trajectory suggests that it will double its revenue next year. 公司目前的成長軌跡顯示明年營收將翻倍。
1763. taxation 稅收;徵稅 Changes in government policy regarding corporate taxation can have a major impact on business. 政府關於公司稅收(徵稅)政策的變動可能對企業產生重大影響。
1764. procurement 採購 The procurement department is responsible for sourcing high-quality materials at the best price. 採購部門負責以最優價格採購高品質材料。
1765. pragmatism 實用主義 The manager's approach was based on pragmatism rather than strictly following theory. 經理的方法是基於實用主義,而非嚴格遵循理論。
1766. phlegm 痰;冷靜 He handled the difficult situation with great phlegm and never lost his cool. 他以極大的冷靜處理了這個困難的局勢,從未失控。
1767. moniker 名字;綽號 He is better known by his creative moniker than by his actual legal name. 與他的真實姓名相比,他更以其有創意的名字(綽號)聞名。
1768. misogyny 厭女症 The organization is committed to fighting against any forms of misogyny and gender bias. 該組織致力於對抗任何形式的厭女症和性別偏見。
1769. soluble 可溶解的 The new medicine is easily soluble in water and can be taken as a refreshing drink. 這款新藥易溶(可溶解)於水,可以作為消暑飲品服用。
1770. detriment 損害;傷害 Working excessive hours every day can be to the detriment of your long-term health. 每天工作超時會對你的長期健康造成損害(傷害)。
1771. demeanor 行為舉止 The lawyer's professional demeanor in the courtroom made a very positive impression. 律師在法庭上的專業行為舉止留下了非常正面的印象。
1772. concession 讓步;特許權 The company made several major concessions during the negotiations to reach an agreement. 公司在談判期間做出了幾次重大讓步以達成協議。
1773. astigmatism 散光 Wearing specialized corrective lenses can help to clear up vision blurred by astigmatism. 佩戴專用的矯正鏡片有助於清晰由散光引起的模糊視力。
1774. spare oneself 吝惜力氣 He is a very dedicated worker who never spares himself when there is an important project. 他是一位非常敬業的員工,在有重要專案時從不吝惜力氣。
1775. maculate 有斑點的;弄髒 The old documents were maculate with age and difficult for the researchers to read. 這些舊文件因年代久遠而佈滿斑點(弄髒),研究人員很難閱讀。
1776. immaculate 潔淨的;完美 The office was kept in immaculate condition, with every desk organized and tidy. 辦公室保持在完美(潔淨)的狀態,每張辦公桌都井然有序。
1777. hoodwink 欺騙;矇混 Do not allow anyone to hoodwink you into investing in a scheme that sounds too good to be true. 不要讓任何人欺騙(矇混)你投資聽起來好得不真實的方案。
1778. fidelity 忠誠;保真度 The company values the fidelity of its long-term employees who have stayed for many years. 公司重視多年來留任的長期員工的忠誠。
1779. vulture 禿鷹;趁火打劫 The company was accused of being a vulture after buying up struggling firms for low prices. 該公司在低價收購掙扎中的公司後,被指控為趁火打劫者(禿鷹)。
1780. complicit 共謀的;串通 The investigation found that several senior managers were complicit in the financial fraud. 調查發現幾位高階經理共謀(串通)參與了這起財務欺詐。
1781. beacon 燈塔;指路明燈 Her successful career serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for many young women. 她成功的職業生涯是許多女性的希望指路明燈。
1782. actively 積極地 The company is actively seeking new opportunities to expand its business in Asia. 公司正積極尋找新的機會來擴展其在亞洲的業務。
1783. prophecy 預言 Some analysts' prophecies about the future of the technology sector have proved accurate. 一些分析師對科技業未來的預言已被證明是準確的。
1784. precedence 優先;優先權 Safety should always take precedence over speed when operating heavy machinery. 操作重型機械時,安全應始終優先於速度。
1785. goatee 山羊鬍 He decided to grow a small goatee, which gave him a more mature and professional look. 他決定蓄起小山羊鬍,這讓他看起來更成熟專業。
1786. ubiquitous 無所不在的 Smart technology has become ubiquitous in modern homes, with many connected devices. 智慧科技在現代家庭中已變得無所不在,有許多連接的裝置。
1787. traumatic 創傷性的 The factory accident was a very traumatic experience for everyone who witnessed it. 工廠事故對所有目擊者來說都是一次非常具創傷性的經歷。
1788. studious 勤奮好學的 As a studious student, he spent most of his free time in the university library. 作為一名勤奮好學的學生,他大部分空閒時間都待在大學圖書館裡。
1789. retentive 記憶力強的 Having a retentive memory is a great advantage when you need to learn complex information. 當你需要學習複雜資訊時,擁有強大的記憶力(記憶力強的)是一個很大的優勢。
1790. malign 誹謗;惡意的 It is wrong to malign your competitors just to win more customers for your own business. 僅僅為了為自己的業務贏得更多客戶而誹謗競爭對手是不對的。
1791. dissimulation 掩飾;假裝 His calm expression was a form of dissimulation to hide his true anxiety about the project. 他冷靜的表情是一種掩飾(假裝),用來隱藏他對專案真正的焦慮。
1792. dissimulate 掩飾;假裝 Skilled negotiators often know how to dissimulate their true feelings during a discussion. 熟練的談判者通常知道如何在討論中掩飾(假裝)自己的真實感受。
1793. disguise 偽裝;掩飾 He tried to disguise his disappointment when he heard that he hadn't won the award. 當他聽說自己沒獲獎時,試圖掩飾(偽裝)自己的失望。
1794. conceal 隱藏 The company was accused of trying to conceal the true extent of its financial losses. 該公司被指控試圖隱藏其財務虧損的真實程度。
1795. demolish 拆除;破壞 The city decided to demolish the old warehouse to make room for a new shopping center. 該市決定拆除這座舊倉庫,為新的購物中心騰出空間。
1796. devastate 摧毀;震驚 The news of the factory closure will devastate the local community and lead to job losses. 工廠關閉的消息將會摧毀(使極度震驚)當地社區並導致失業。
1797. assume 假設;承擔 You should not assume that the project will be successful without doing proper research. 你不應在未進行適當研究的情況下就假設(想當然)專案會成功。
1798. therapy 治療;療法 Physical therapy can be very helpful for recovering from a serious injury or surgery. 物理治療對於從嚴重受傷或手術中恢復非常有幫助。
1799. remedy 補救;療法 The company is working on a new remedy to address the customer service issues. 公司正致力於一項新的補救措施(解決方法)來處理客戶服務問題。
1800. amid 在...之中 The new office was opened amid great celebration and optimistic speeches from the CEO. 在一片盛大慶祝和執行長樂觀的致詞中,新辦公室落成了。
1801. scanty 缺乏的;不足的 The report was criticized for providing only scanty evidence to support its major conclusions. 該報告因僅提供不足的(缺乏的)證據來支持其主要結論而受到批評。
1802. sparse 稀疏的 Data on the long-term impact of the new policy is still sparse and difficult to analyze. 關於新政策長期影響的數據仍然稀疏且難以分析。
1803. multitude 群眾;大量 A multitude of potential investors attended the company's presentation on its new technology. 大量(群眾)潛在投資者參加了公司關於其新技術的簡報會。
1804. gauge 估量;判斷 It is difficult to accurately gauge the market demand for our new products at this early stage. 在這個早期階段,很難準確估量(判斷)市場對我們新產品的需求。
1805. appraise 評估;評價 The company hired an independent expert to appraise the value of its intellectual property. 公司聘請了一位獨立專家來評估其知識產權的價值。
1806. diplomat 外交官 As a senior diplomat, he has spent many years working to improve international trade relations. 作為一名資深外交官,他花了多年時間致力於改善國際貿易關係。
1807. mimic 模仿 Some smaller companies often try to mimic the marketing strategies used by industry leaders. 一些較小的公司經常試圖模仿產業領導者使用的行銷策略。
1808. neglect 忽視;疏忽 You should not neglect the importance of regular maintenance for the factory's machinery. 你不應忽視工廠機器定期維護的重要性。
1809. consideration 考慮;體貼 The board of directors will give serious consideration to all the proposals submitted today. 董事會將對今天提交的所有提議進行認真考慮。
1810. calling 職業;使命 For many healthcare professionals, medicine is not just a job, but a lifelong calling. 對於許多醫療保健專業人士來說,醫學不僅是一份工作,更是一份終生的使命(志業)。
1811. occupation 職業;佔領 Please state your name, address, and current occupation on the official application form. 請在官方申請表上註明您的姓名、地址和目前的職業。
1812. vocation 天職;職業 He felt a strong vocation for social work and decided to dedicate his career to helping others. 他覺得社會工作是他的天職,並決定致力於幫助他人。
1813. topple 推翻;倒塌 The sudden financial crisis threatened to topple several of the country's largest banks. 突然的金融危機威脅要推翻(使倒塌)該國幾家最大的銀行。
1814. overturn 推翻;翻倒 The supreme court decided to overturn the lower court's ruling on the copyright case. 最高法院決定推翻下級法院對該版權案件的裁決。
1815. overthrow 推翻;打倒 The workers organized a peaceful protest to try and overthrow the company's unfair policies. 工人們組織了一場和平抗議,試圖推翻公司不公平的政策。
1816. degenerate 退化;墮落 Without proper investment and maintenance, the quality of the service will quickly degenerate. 如果沒有適當的投資和維護,服務品質很快就會退化。
1817. fortify 加強;設防 The company decided to fortify its online security system to prevent potential data breaches. 公司決定加強(強化)其線上安全系統,以防止潛在的數據洩漏。
1818. intensify 增強;加劇 Competition in the smartphone market is expected to intensify over the next few months. 預計智慧型手機市場的競爭將在未來幾個月內加劇。
1819. toughen 使堅強;變硬 The experience of working in a highly competitive environment helped to toughen her character. 在高度競爭環境中工作的經驗有助於磨練(使堅強)她的性格。
1820. devious 狡猾的;迂迴 The company was criticized for using devious methods to avoid paying its full amount of tax. 該公司因使用狡猾(不光明)的方法避稅而受到批評。
1821. situate 使位於 The new manufacturing facility is conveniently situated near several major transportation hubs. 新的製造設施便利地坐落於(位於)幾個主要交通樞紐附近。
1822. orientation 方向;職前訓練 All new employees are required to attend a mandatory orientation session on their first day. 所有新員工都必須在第一天參加強制性的職前訓練(新人培訓)。
1823. orientate 使適應;定方向 The program is designed to orientate international students to the local academic culture. 該計畫旨在使國際學生適應當地的學術文化。
1824. grime 汙垢 The windows of the old office building were covered in layers of dust and city grime. 這棟舊辦公大樓的窗戶覆蓋著一層層灰塵和城市汙垢。
1825. delight 愉快;使高興 The company's excellent financial results brought a great deal of delight to its shareholders. 公司出色的財務業績給股東帶來了極大的愉快。
1826. delectable 美味的;愉快 The catering company provided a variety of delectable dishes for the annual company dinner. 餐飲公司為公司年會提供了多種美味(令人愉快的)菜餚。
1827. prompt 促使;迅速的 Your prompt response to our request for information would be greatly appreciated. 非常感謝您對我們資訊請求的迅速(及時)回覆。
1828. expound 詳細說明 The CEO used the press conference to expound the company's vision for the next decade. 執行長利用記者會詳細說明(闡述)公司未來十年的願景。
1829. explicate 解釋;說明 The research paper aims to explicate the complex relationship between inflation and growth. 該研究論文旨在解釋(說明)通貨膨脹與成長之間的複雜關係。
1830. instruction 指示;說明書 Please read the safety instructions carefully before operating any of the factory machinery. 在操作任何工廠機器前,請仔細閱讀安全說明(指示/說明書)。
1831. devolve on 移交給 After the manager resigned, the responsibility for the project devolved on his deputy. 經理辭職後,專案的責任落到了(移交給)他的副手身上。
1832. prevail on 說服;勸說 We are trying to prevail on the board of directors to increase the budget for R&D. 我們正試圖說服(勸說)董事會增加研發預算。
1833. prevail over 勝過;佔優勢 Despite the initial difficulties, our team's determination allowed us to prevail over our rivals. 儘管最初有困難,我們團隊的決心讓我們勝過了對手。
1834. see over 參觀;檢查 The potential buyers spent several hours seeing over the property before making an offer. 潛在買家在出價前花了幾個小時參觀(檢查)該物業。
1835. specific 明確的;具體 Please be as specific as possible when describing the technical issues you are experiencing. 在描述您遇到的技術問題時,請盡可能明確(具體)。
1836. weight off 擺脫負擔 Hearing that the project had been approved was a huge weight off my mind. 聽說專案已獲批准,我心裡的一塊大石頭終於落地了(擺脫負擔)。
1837. in terms of 就...而言 The project has been a complete success in terms of both quality and customer satisfaction. 就品質和客戶滿意度而言,該專案取得了完全的成功。
1838. pass off 冒充;發生 He tried to pass himself off as an expert in the field, but his lack of knowledge was obvious. 他試圖冒充該領域的專家,但他知識的缺乏是很明顯的。
1839. off beam 錯誤的;離題 Some of the analyst's predictions about the market trends turned out to be completely off beam. 分析師對市場趨勢的一些預測結果被證明是完全錯誤的(離題/不準確)。
1840. without precedent 史無前例的 The scale of the company's recent expansion into new markets is truly without precedent. 該公司近期擴展到新市場的規模確實是史無前例的。
1841. without trace 銷聲匿跡 The small startup company seemed to disappear without trace after only a year of operation. 這家小型初創公司在營運僅一年後似乎就徹底銷聲匿跡了。
1842. endowed with 天生具有 She is endowed with a natural talent for leadership and managing complex organizations. 她天生具有領導和管理複雜組織的才能。
1843. encumber 阻礙;拖累 The company's growth was encumbered by its large amount of debt and inefficient processes. 公司的成長因其大量債務和低效流程而受到阻礙(拖累)。
1844. standee 站立者 There were so many people at the conference that several standees had to wait in the corridor. 會議上有這麼多人,以至於好幾位站立者(無座位者)不得不待在走廊。
1845. in session 開會中 The board of directors is currently in session and will not be available for several hours. 董事會目前正在開會中,未來幾小時內將無法接見。
1846. in attendance 出席;在場 Several leading industry experts will be in attendance at the upcoming trade exhibition. 幾位領先的產業專家將出席即將舉行的貿易展覽。
1847. nothing but 僅僅是 The manager's explanation for the project's delay was nothing but a series of poor excuses. 經理對專案延期的解釋僅僅是一連串拙劣的藉口。
1848. anything but 絕不;根本不 The new system was anything but user-friendly, and many employees found it difficult to use. 新系統絕不(根本不)容易上手,許多員工發現它很難使用。
1849. but for 要不是 But for the timely intervention of the CEO, the project would have been a complete failure. 要不是執行長及時干預,這個專案將會完全失敗。
1850. far and away 無疑地;顯然 Our company is far and away the market leader in terms of both revenue and innovation. 就營收和創新而言,我們公司無疑地是市場領導者。
1851. drain 排水;耗盡 The sudden increase in operating costs has begun to drain the company's cash reserves. 營運成本的突然增加已開始耗盡公司的現金儲備。
1852. aisle 走道;通道 Please keep the office aisles clear of boxes and equipment to ensure a safe workspace. 請保持辦公室走道清空,不要堆放箱子和設備,以確保工作空間安全。
1853. echo down 隨時間流傳 The decisions made by the founder of the company continue to echo down through the decades. 公司創始人做出的決定在數十年後仍持續產生影響(流傳/回響)。
1854. work down 逐漸向下 We need to work down the list of backlog tasks before we can start on the new project. 我們需要先處理(逐漸消化)待辦任務清單,然後才能開始新專案。
1855. gear up 準備好;加速 The production team is gearing up for the busy holiday season by hiring more temporary staff. 生產團隊正透過雇用更多臨時員工,為繁忙的節日旺季做準備(加速準備)。
1856. beat up 攪打;痛毆 You need to beat up the egg whites until they are stiff before adding them to the mixture. 在將蛋白加入混合物之前,你需要將其攪打至發泡(硬挺)。
1857. mess up 搞砸;弄亂 One minor mistake in the accounting software can mess up the entire financial report. 會計軟體中的一個小錯誤就能搞砸整個財務報告。
1858. warm up 熱身;變暖 It is important to warm up properly before starting any intense physical exercise at the gym. 在健身房開始任何劇烈運動前,進行適當的熱身是非常重要的。
1859. up to 直到;取決於 It is up to the board of directors to decide whether or not to approve the proposed merger. 是否批准提議的合併由董事會決定(取決於)。
1860. wrap up 結束;包起來 Let's try to wrap up this meeting by noon so that everyone can attend the team lunch. 讓我們試著在中午前結束這次會議,這樣大家都能參加團隊午餐。
1861. squeeze out 擠出;排擠 Small independent retailers are being squeezed out of the market by large multinational firms. 小型獨立零售商正被大型跨國公司擠出市場。
1862. comparison 比較 In comparison with our competitors, our products offer better quality and more features. 與競爭對手相比,我們的產品提供更好的品質和更多的功能。
1863. set out 出發;著手 The research paper sets out several new theories about consumer behavior in the digital age. 該研究論文闡述(著手陳述)了關於數位時代消費者行為的幾項新理論。
1864. see out 送客;堅持到底 The manager promised to see the project out until it is completely finished and successful. 經理承諾會堅持(負責)到底,直到專案完全完成並取得成功。
1865. tough out 堅持到底 Despite the initial difficulties, the startup decided to tough it out and keep working hard. 儘管最初有困難,這家初創公司決定堅持到底(挺過去)並繼續努力。
1866. rush into 倉促行事 You should not rush into a major business decision without doing proper market research. 在未進行適當市場研究的情況下,你不應倉促做出重大業務決定。
1867. burst into 突然闖入 The manager burst into the room to announce the exciting news about the new contract. 經理突然闖入房間,宣佈關於新合約的令人興奮的消息。
1868. labor 勞動;分娩 The company is facing a shortage of skilled labor in several of its manufacturing facilities. 公司的幾處製造設施正面臨技術勞工(勞動力)短缺。
1869. abridge 刪節;縮短 The editor decided to abridge the long report to make it easier for the board to read. 編輯決定刪節這份長篇報告,以便董事會閱讀。
1870. gaze 凝視 The visitors spent several minutes gazing at the beautiful modern artwork in the lobby. 訪客們在大廳裡凝視了幾分鐘那件美麗的現代藝術品。
1871. sort into 分類成 Please sort all the incoming mail into the correct categories for each department. 請將所有收到的郵件按每個部門正確分類。
1872. assort 把...歸類 The warehouse staff assort the products according to their size and destination. 倉庫人員根據產品的尺寸和目的地將其歸類。
1873. discharge 排放;解僱 The factory must ensure that it does not discharge any harmful pollutants into the river. 工廠必須確保不向河流排放任何有害污染物。
1874. release 釋放;發布 The company is planning to release its newest software update early next month. 公司計劃於下月初發布(釋放)最新的軟體更新。
1875. attend to 處理;照顧 I have several urgent emails that I need to attend to before I can start the meeting. 在開始會議之前,我有幾封緊急郵件需要處理。
1876. cling to 堅持;緊抓 Some companies continue to cling to outdated business models instead of embracing change. 一些公司繼續堅持(死守)過時的業務模式,而不是擁抱變革。
1877. documentary 紀錄片 The company produced a fascinating documentary about its history and impact on the industry. 公司製作了一部關於其歷史和對產業影響的引人入勝的紀錄片。
1878. fountain 噴泉 There is a beautiful ornamental fountain in the center of the company's courtyard. 公司院子中心有一個美麗的裝飾性噴泉。
1879. ramp 斜坡;匝道 The building is equipped with several wheelchair ramps to ensure easy access for everyone. 建築配備了幾個輪椅斜坡(無障礙坡道),以確保每個人都能輕鬆進入。
1880. worn 磨損的;疲憊 The carpet in the reception area is looking very worn and needs to be replaced soon. 接待區的地毯看起來非常磨損,需要儘快更換。
1881. greenhouse effect 溫室效應 The burning of fossil fuels is a major contributor to the global greenhouse effect. 化石燃料的燃燒是全球溫室效應的主要成因。
1882. greenhouse 溫室 The research center features a specialized greenhouse for studying several rare plant species. 研發中心設有一個專門的溫室,用於研究幾種稀有植物物種。
1883. suburban 郊區的 Many families prefer living in quiet suburban areas and commuting to the city for work. 許多家庭偏好住在安靜的郊區,然後通勤到城市工作。
1884. suburb 郊區 The company decided to open a new branch office in a rapidly growing suburb of the city. 公司決定在該市一個快速發展的郊區開設一家新的分公司。
1885. coefficient 係數 The scientists calculated the correlation coefficient to determine the strength of the relationship. 科學家計算了相關係數來確定關係的強度。
1886. inequality 不平等 Governments around the world are working to reduce wealth inequality and promote growth. 世界各國政府正致力於減少貧富不平等並促進成長。
1887. inequity 不公正 The employees complained about the perceived inequity in the company's bonus system. 員工們對公司獎金制度中察覺到的不公正(不公平)表示不滿。
1888. stereotype 刻板印象 It is important to challenge harmful stereotypes and promote diversity in the workplace. 挑戰有害的刻板印象並在工作場所促進多樣性是很重要的。
1889. preconception 成見 You should try to approach the new project without any negative preconceptions or biases. 你應該試著在沒有任何負面成見或偏見的情況下處理新專案。
1890. restrain 克制;限制 The central bank took measures to restrain inflation and maintain economic stability. 中央銀行採取措施克制(抑制)通貨膨脹並維持經濟穩定。
1891. reluctantly 不情願地 The manager reluctantly agreed to the budget cuts after realizing they were necessary. 經理在意識到預算削減是必要的後,不情願地同意了。
1892. bluntness 直率;鈍 Her bluntness during the discussion was sometimes seen as rude by her colleagues. 她在討論中的直率有時被同事視為粗魯。
1893. agility 敏捷;靈活 The company's business agility allowed it to respond quickly to the sudden market changes. 公司的業務敏捷性(靈活性)使其能夠迅速應對突然的市場變化。
1894. renitency 頑強;抵抗 The manager's renitency to change made it difficult for the team to implement new ideas. 經理對變革的頑強(抵抗)讓團隊很難實施新想法。
1895. coordinate 協調 We need to coordinate our efforts to ensure that the project is completed on schedule. 我們需要協調努力,以確保專案按進度完成。
1896. catalog 目錄 You can find all of our newest products and services in our latest digital catalog. 您可以在我們最新的數位目錄中找到所有最新產品和服務。
1897. honorable mention 榮譽獎 Although he didn't win the main prize, he received an honorable mention for his work. 雖然他沒有贏得大獎,但他的作品獲得了榮譽獎(佳作)。
1898. transcript 成績單;抄本 Please provide a copy of your university transcript when applying for the graduate program. 申請研究所課程時,請提供一份大學成績單副本。
1899. applicant 應徵者;申請人 There were over five hundred applicants for the three open positions in the marketing team. 行銷團隊的三個空缺職位有超過五百名應徵者(申請人)。
1900. application 申請;應用 Your application for the professional development grant has been successfully approved. 您的專業發展補助金申請已成功獲批。
1901. scout 星探;偵查 The company sent a talent scout to the international technology fair to find innovative startups. 公司派了一位星探(球探/球探)去國際科技博覽會尋找創新的初創公司。
1902. artistically 藝術上地 The new company headquarters is artistically designed to reflect our commitment to creativity. 公司新總部在藝術上經過精心設計,體現了我們對創造力的承諾。
1903. artistry 藝術性;技藝 The high level of artistry in the handmade furniture justifies its premium price. 手工傢俱的高水準藝術性(工藝)使其高昂的價格變得合理。
1904. exoticism 異國情調 The resort's design features elements of exoticism to attract luxury travelers. 度假村的設計融合了異國情調的元素,以吸引高端遊客。
1905. exotic 異國的;奇特 The gourmet restaurant offers a wide variety of exotic ingredients from around the world. 這家美食餐廳提供來自世界各地的各種異國(奇特的)食材。
1906. academician 院士 Several distinguished academicians were invited to speak at the international science conference. 幾位傑出的院士受邀在國際科學會議上演講。
1907. bureaucracy 官僚制度 The new government policy aims to reduce bureaucracy and make it easier to start a business. 新的政府政策旨在減少官僚制度(繁文縟節),讓創業變得更容易。
1908. bureaucratic 官僚的 Many large corporations are struggling with slow and bureaucratic decision-making processes. 許多大公司正受困於緩慢且官僚的決策流程。
1909. counselor 顧問;輔導員 The company provides a professional career counselor to help employees with their growth. 公司提供專業的職涯顧問,幫助員工在職業生涯中成長。
1910. cafeteria 自助餐廳 The staff cafeteria offers a wide variety of healthy and affordable meal options every day. 員工自助餐廳每天提供多種健康且實惠的餐點選擇。
1911. humanities 人文學科 A background in the humanities can provide valuable perspectives for business leadership. 人文學科背景可以為企業領導力提供寶貴的觀點。
1912. humanity 人性;人類 The organization is dedicated to promoting humanity and social justice around the world. 該組織致力於在世界各地促進人性與社會正義。
1913. sew 縫紉 The specialized manufacturing machine is designed to sew complex industrial fabrics. 這台專用製造機器專為縫紉複雜的工業布料而設計。
1914. mop 拖把;擦 The maintenance staff use a heavy-duty mop to keep the warehouse floors clean and safe. 維護人員使用強力拖把保持倉庫地板清潔安全。
1915. trailer 預告片;拖車 The marketing team released a short trailer to generate interest in the new video game. 行銷團隊發布了一段短預告片,以激發大眾對新電子遊戲的興趣。
1916. trail 小徑;蹤跡 The detective followed a faint trail of clues that led to the discovery of the fraud. 偵探追蹤著微弱的線索蹤跡,最終發現了這起詐騙案。
1917. cloth 布料 High-quality wool cloth is an essential material for making premium business suits. 高品質羊毛布料是製作高級商務西裝的必備材料。
1918. uniformity 一致性 The company enforces strict uniformity in its branding across all international markets. 公司在所有國際市場的品牌推廣中強制執行嚴格的一致性。
1919. testimonial 推薦書 The company's website features many positive testimonials from satisfied customers. 公司的網站上有許多來自滿意客戶的正面推薦書(見證)。
1920. institute 學院;制定 The research institute was founded to study the long-term impact of artificial intelligence. 這家研究學院(機構)的成立是為了研究人工智慧的長期影響。
1921. tourist guide 導遊 The experienced tourist guide provided a fascinating overview of the city's history. 經驗豐富的導遊對這座城市的歷史做了引人入勝的概述。
1922. tourist 觀光客 The city center was crowded with tourists who had come to see the historic landmarks. 市中心擠滿了來看歷史地標的觀光客。
1923. passenger 乘客 Airline passengers are reminded to check their gate numbers on the departure boards. 提醒航空公司乘客在出發看板上確認他們的登機門號碼。
1924. wandering 流浪的;徘徊 The homeless man was seen wandering through the business district during the night. 有人看到那名無家可歸的人深夜在商業區徘徊(流浪)。
1925. attire 服裝;盛裝 Business formal attire is required for all attendees at the annual awards ceremony. 參加年度頒獎典禮的所有出席者都要求穿著正式商務服裝。
1926. leather 皮革 The new luxury car model features high-quality leather seats and a premium sound system. 這款新型豪華轎車配備了高品質皮革座椅和高級音響系統。
1927. accessorize 搭配配件 You can use a stylish silk tie or a watch to accessorize your professional business suit. 你可以使用時尚的絲綢領帶或手錶來搭配你的專業商務西裝。
1928. accessory 配件;附件 The electronics store sells a wide variety of smartphone accessories like cases and chargers. 電子商店出售多種智慧型手機配件,如保護殼和充電器。
1929. fabric 布料;結構 The fabric of the local community was fundamentally changed by the closure of the factory. 當地社區的結構(布料)因工廠關閉而發生了根本性的變化。
1930. luminous 發光的;夜光 The watch features luminous hands and markers that make it easy to read in the dark. 這款手錶配備夜光(發光)指針和刻度,在黑暗中也能輕鬆讀取。
1931. bustling 繁忙的 The market square was bustling with activity as vendors prepared for the weekend shoppers. 市場廣場熙熙攘攘(繁忙),小販們正為週末的購物者做準備。
1932. vulturine 貪婪的 The company was accused of having a vulturine approach to buying up struggling startups. 該公司被指控在收購掙扎中的初創公司時採取了貪婪的(禿鷹般的)方式。
1933. organism 生物;有機體 Scientists are studying the complex internal structure of several newly discovered organisms. 科學家們正在研究幾種新發現生物(有機體)的複雜內部結構。
1934. organic 有機的 The demand for organic produce has grown significantly as consumers become more health-conscious. 隨著消費者健康意識的提高,對有機農產品的需求大幅增加。
1935. calorie 卡路里 It is important to monitor your daily calorie intake if you want to maintain a healthy weight. 如果你想維持健康體重,監測每日卡路里攝取量是很重要的。
1936. greasy 油膩的 You should avoid eating too much greasy fast food if you want to improve your health. 如果你想改善健康,應避免吃太多油膩的速食。
1937. restaurateur 餐廳老闆 The successful restaurateur is planning to open three new locations in the city next year. 這位成功的餐廳老闆計畫明年在市內開設三家新店。
1938. granary 穀倉 The large granary was built to store the surplus harvest from the surrounding wheat fields. 這座大穀倉是為了儲存周圍麥田多餘的收成而建造的。
1939. grain 穀物;顆粒 The price of global grains has increased significantly due to the recent severe drought. 由於近期的嚴重乾旱,全球穀物價格大幅上漲。
1940. omelet 歐姆蛋 A fluffy cheese omelet is a delicious and popular choice for a business breakfast meeting. 蓬鬆的起司歐姆蛋(煎蛋捲)是商務早餐會議中美味且受歡迎的選擇。
1941. vivacious 活潑的 Her vivacious personality made her a very successful and popular sales representative. 她活潑的個性讓她成為一名非常成功且受歡迎的銷售代表。
1942. enthusiastic 熱情的 The team was very enthusiastic about the new project and worked hard to make it a success. 團隊對新專案非常熱情,並努力工作使其取得成功。
1943. itinerary 行程;路線 The travel agent provided a detailed itinerary for our three-week business trip to Europe. 旅行社為我們為期三週的歐洲商務旅行提供了詳細的行程表。
1944. safari 野生動物園 Many people travel to Africa to go on a safari and see lions, elephants, and other wildlife. 許多人前往非洲進行野生動物狩獵旅行(野生動物園之旅),觀看獅子、大象等野生動物。
1945. preorder 預購 Customers can now preorder the newest smartphone model through the company's website. 客戶現在可以透過公司網站預購最新的智慧型手機型號。
1946. checkout 結帳;退房 Please remember to return your room key at the front desk before you checkout from the hotel. 在飯店辦理退房(結帳)前,請記得將房門鑰匙交還給櫃台。
1947. discounter 折扣店 Large discounters are often able to offer lower prices due to their high volume of sales. 大型折扣店通常能因其高銷售量而提供更低的價格。
1948. luxury 奢侈品;奢華 The new department store features a specialized section for high-end luxury brands. 這家新百貨公司設有一個專門的高端奢侈品牌區。
1949. prepay 預付 You have the option to prepay for your hotel room online to receive a special discount. 您可以選擇在線上預付飯店房費,以獲得特別優惠。
1950. railing 欄杆 Please hold onto the railing when walking down the stairs to avoid potential accidents. 走下樓梯時請握住欄杆以避免潛在事故。
1951. fence 柵欄;圍牆 The company decided to build a high security fence around the perimeter of the factory. 公司決定在工廠周邊建造一道高安全性柵欄(圍牆)。
1952. triathlon 鐵人三項 He has been training for months to compete in his first international triathlon event. 他已經訓練了幾個月,準備參加他的首場國際鐵人三項賽事。
1953. Olympics 奧運會 Hosting the Olympics can provide a major boost to a city's international profile and economy. 舉辦奧運會可以大幅提升城市的國際形象和經濟。
1954. Paralympics 帕運會 The Paralympics celebrate the incredible achievements of athletes with various disabilities. 帕運會(帕拉林匹克運動會)慶祝各類身障運動員的驚人成就。
1955. spectate 觀看 Thousands of people gathered to spectate the final match of the world championship. 數千人聚集在一起觀看(觀摩)世界錦標賽的決賽。
1956. ceremony 儀式;典禮 The grand opening ceremony for the new research facility will be held next Monday. 新研發設施的盛大開幕儀式(典禮)將於下週一舉行。
1957. allocate 分配;撥出 The government decided to allocate more funding to improve the public transportation system. 政府決定撥出(分配)更多資金來改善大眾運輸系統。
1958. viral 病毒的;爆紅 The company's new marketing campaign went viral on social media within just a few hours. 公司新的行銷活動在短短幾小時內就在社群媒體上爆紅(瘋傳)。
1959. restriction 限制 There are several new travel restrictions in place due to the recent global health crisis. 由於近期的全球健康危機,目前實施了幾項新的旅遊限制。
1960. presidency 總統任期 During his presidency, the country experienced a period of significant economic growth. 在他的總統任期(或總裁職位)期間,該國經歷了一段顯著的經濟成長期。
1961. merger 合併 The proposed merger between the two major airlines is currently under review by regulators. 兩家主要航空公司之間提議的合併目前正接受監管機構審查。
1962. representative 代表 A company representative will be available to answer any questions you may have about the product. 公司代表將隨時為您解答關於產品的任何問題。
1963. heir 繼承人 He was named as the sole heir to his family's multi-million dollar business empire. 他被指定為其家族價值數百萬美元商業帝國的唯一繼承人。
1964. heritage 遺產;傳統 We must work hard to preserve our cultural heritage for future generations to enjoy. 我們必須努力保護我們的文化遺產(傳統),讓後代子孫也能享用。
1965. archaic 古老的;過時 Some of the company's archaic business practices need to be updated for the digital age. 公司一些古老的(過時的)業務慣例需要針對數位時代進行更新。
1966. archaeology 考古學 Archaeology provides us with valuable insights into the lives and cultures of ancient people. 考古學為我們提供了關於古代人民生活和文化的寶貴見解。
1967. decoration 裝飾;勳章 The office was decorated with several modern paintings and elegant floral decorations. 辦公室裝飾著幾幅現代繪畫和優雅的花卉裝飾。
1968. aquarium 水族館 The new city aquarium features a massive tank with several rare species of sharks. 市立新水族館設有一個巨大的魚缸,裡面有幾種稀有的鯊魚。
1969. cathedral 大教堂 The historic cathedral in the center of the city is a major attraction for tourists. 市中心的歷史大教堂是吸引觀光客的主要景點。
1970. interpret 解釋;口譯 A professional translator was hired to interpret the speaker's presentation for the audience. 聘請了一位專業口譯員為聽眾翻譯(解釋/口譯)演講者的簡報。
1971. controversy 爭議 The new government policy has sparked a great deal of controversy among business leaders. 新的政府政策在企業領袖中引起了極大爭議。
1972. extensive 廣泛的;大量 The researchers conducted extensive interviews with over five hundred business owners. 研究人員對五百多位企業主進行了廣泛的訪談。
1973. prevalence 流行;普及 The high prevalence of smartphone use has fundamentally changed the way we work. 智慧型手機使用的高度普及(流行)從根本上改變了我們工作的方式。
1974. auditorium 禮堂 The annual company meeting will be held in the main auditorium of the convention center. 年度公司會議將在會議中心的主禮堂舉行。
1975. comedian 喜劇演員 The company hired a famous comedian to provide entertainment at the annual dinner. 公司聘請了一位著名的喜劇演員在年會上提供娛樂。
1976. comedy 喜劇 Watching a good comedy is a great way to relax and relieve stress after a long day at work. 在漫長的一天工作後,看一部優質喜劇是放鬆和緩解壓力的好方法。
1977. antique 古董;古老的 The office features several beautiful antique desks that were imported from Europe. 辦公室設有幾張從歐洲進口的美麗古董桌。
1978. rehearse 排練 The marketing team spent several hours rehearsing their presentation for the new client. 行銷團隊花了幾個小時為新客戶排練他們的簡報。
1979. rehearsal 排練 There will be a final dress rehearsal for the awards ceremony tomorrow afternoon. 明天下午將為頒獎典禮進行最後一次正式排練。
1980. rhythm 節奏;韻律 It took some time for the new employees to get into the rhythm of the daily office routine. 新員工花了一些時間才進入日常辦公室例行工作的節奏。
1981. deed 行為;契約 He is known throughout the company for his many good deeds and charitable work. 他以其許多善行(行為)和慈善工作而在公司內聞名。
1982. reckless 魯莽的 The manager's reckless spending habits led to a serious financial crisis for the company. 經理魯莽的消費習慣導致公司面臨嚴重的財務危機。
1983. amiable 和藹可親的 Her amiable personality made her very popular with both her colleagues and her clients. 她和藹可親的個性讓她在同事和客戶中都很受歡迎。
1984. fatigue 疲勞 Working excessive hours every day can lead to serious physical and mental fatigue. 每天工作超時會導致嚴重的身心疲勞。
1985. gloom 憂鬱;陰暗 The news of the factory closure cast a feeling of gloom over the entire community. 工廠關閉的消息讓整個社區籠罩在一片憂鬱(陰沉)的氣氛中。
1986. disability 殘疾;無能 The company provides several specialized resources to support employees with disabilities. 公司提供幾項專用資源來支持身障員工(殘疾者)。
1987. casual 休閒的;臨時 The company has a casual dress code on Fridays to create a more relaxed work environment. 公司週五實行休閒服裝規定,以營造更輕鬆的工作環境。
1988. trait 特徵 Resilience is a key personality trait that is essential for success in the business world. 韌性是在商業界取得成功所必備的關鍵人格特徵。
1989. exterior 外部的;外觀 The exterior of the building was recently renovated to give it a more modern look. 建築的外部(外觀)近期進行了翻新,使其看起來更具現代感。
1990. not to mention 更不用說 The project was a huge success in terms of revenue, not to mention customer satisfaction. 該專案在營收方面非常成功,更不用說客戶滿意度了。
1991. within limit 在限度內 You should try to keep your business expenses within the limits set by the company. 您應設法將業務支出保持在公司設定的限度內。
1992. obliterate 消除;毀滅 The sudden market crash threatened to obliterate the value of many small investments. 突然的市場崩盤威脅要徹底消除(毀滅)許多小型投資的價值。
1993. smog 煙霧;霧霾 Several major cities are struggling with high levels of smog and air pollution. 幾個主要城市正受困於嚴重的煙霧(霧霾)和空氣汙染。
1994. landslide 山崩;壓倒性 The candidate won the election by a landslide, receiving over 70% of the total votes. 該候選人以壓倒性勝利(如山崩般)贏得了選舉,獲得了超過 70% 的選票。
1995. rectify 矯正;改正 The company is working hard to rectify the technical issues reported by its customers. 公司正努力矯正(改正)客戶回報的技術問題。
1996. sew 縫紉 She used her spare time to sew beautiful handmade clothes for her family and friends. 她利用業餘時間為家人和朋友縫紉漂亮的手工衣服。
1997. mop 拖把;擦 Please make sure to mop up the spill immediately to prevent anyone from slipping. 請務必立即擦掉(用拖把擦乾)溢出的液體,以防有人滑倒。
1998. trailer 預告片;拖車 The heavy truck was pulling a large trailer filled with construction materials. 那台重型卡車正拉著一個裝滿建築材料的大型拖車。
1999. trail 小徑;蹤跡 There is a beautiful walking trail that leads through the forest and up to the mountain top. 有一條美麗的步行小徑穿過森林通往山頂。
2000. cloth 布料 The dining table was covered with a beautiful white linen cloth for the formal dinner. 餐桌上鋪著一塊美麗的白色亞麻布,用於正式晚宴。
2001. obstruction 阻礙;阻塞 The construction work on the main road caused a major obstruction to the flow of traffic. 主幹道的施工對交通流量造成了嚴重的阻礙(阻塞)。
2002. obstacle 障礙 Lack of funding was the main obstacle that prevented the startup from expanding sooner. 缺乏資金是阻礙這家初創公司儘早擴張的主要障礙。
2003. restoration 恢復;修復 The restoration of the historic building took several years and cost millions of dollars. 這座歷史建築的修復工作花了幾年時間,耗資數百萬美元。
2004. endangered 瀕臨絕種的 The organization is working hard to protect endangered species and their natural habitats. 該組織正努力保護瀕臨絕種的物種及其自然棲息地。
2005. ozone hole 臭氧層破洞 The discovery of the ozone hole over Antarctica led to a global ban on harmful chemicals. 南極上空臭氧層破洞的發現促使全球禁止使用有害化學物質。
2006. ozone 臭氧 The ozone layer plays a crucial role in protecting the Earth from harmful solar radiation. 臭氧層在保護地球免受有害太陽輻射方面發揮著至關重要的作用。
2007. obligation 義務;責任 The company has a legal obligation to ensure the safety and well-being of all its employees. 公司有法律義務確保所有員工的安全與福祉。
2008. obligatory 強制性的 Attendance at the annual safety training session is obligatory for all factory staff. 所有工廠員工都必須參加年度安全培訓課程,這是強制性的(義務)。
2009. exhaust 廢氣;耗盡 The new government regulations aim to reduce the amount of harmful exhaust from vehicles. 新的政府法規旨在減少車輛排放的有害廢氣(排氣)。
2010. discharge 排放;卸貨 The cargo ship is scheduled to discharge its containers at the port early tomorrow morning. 貨輪定於明天一早抵港卸貨(排放/卸載其貨櫃)。
2011. advancer 先行者 The company's stock was one of the biggest advancers on the market following the news. 在消息公布後,該公司的股票成為市場上漲幅最大(先行者/上漲股)的股票之一。
2012. metropolis 大都會 Tokyo is a bustling metropolis that offers a unique blend of modern and traditional culture. 東京是一座繁華的大都會,融合了獨特的現代與傳統文化。
2013. sparely 節儉地;稀少 The small office was sparely furnished with only a desk, a chair, and a single lamp. 那間小辦公室裝修得很簡約(稀少/節儉),只有一張桌子、一張椅子和一盞燈。
2014. spare 備用的;饒恕 Please make sure to keep a spare key in a safe place in case you lose your main one. 請務必將備用鑰匙放在安全的地方,以防丟失主鑰匙。
2015. cohabitant 同居者 The law provides several protections for cohabitants who have lived together for many years. 法律為同居多年的同居者提供了幾項保護措施。
2016. habitant 居民 The early habitants of the region were known for their advanced farming and irrigation techniques. 該地區早期的居民以其先進的耕作和灌溉技術而聞名。
2017. inhabitant 居民;棲息 The island's inhabitants are working hard to protect their local environment and wildlife. 該島的居民正努力保護當地的環境與野生動物。
2018. habitat 棲息地 Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to the survival of many rare animal species. 棲息地流失是許多稀有動物生存面臨的最大威脅之一。
2019. exploit 剝削;利用 The company was accused of trying to exploit its workers by paying them very low wages. 該公司被指控試圖透過支付極低工資來剝削(利用)員工。
2020. microbe 微生物;細菌 Scientists are studying several types of microbes that can survive in extreme environments. 科學家們正在研究幾種能在極端環境中生存的微生物(細菌)。
2021. pesticide 殺蟲劑;農藥 Farmers use pesticides to protect their crops from being damaged by harmful insects. 農民使用殺蟲劑(農藥)來保護作物免受害蟲侵害。
2022. prolific 多產的;作品豐富 She is a prolific author who has published over twenty bestselling books in ten years. 她是一位多產(作品豐富)的作家,十年內出版了二十多本暢銷書。
2023. branchy 多枝的 The ancient, branchy tree in the center of the park provides plenty of shade for visitors. 公園中心那棵古老、枝葉茂盛(多枝)的樹為遊客提供了充足的遮蔭。
2024. forestry 林業 The forestry industry is a major contributor to the economy of the rural mountain region. 林業是該山區農村經濟的主要成因。
2025. extinguish 撲滅;熄滅 The fire department worked hard for several hours to extinguish the large warehouse fire. 消防部門努力工作了幾個小時才撲滅那場大型倉庫火災。
2026. aboriginal 原住民的 The project aims to preserve the unique languages and cultures of the aboriginal people. 該計畫旨在保護原住民獨特的語言和文化。
2027. fossil 化石 Fossil fuels like coal and oil are becoming increasingly expensive as supplies decrease. 隨著供應量減少,煤炭和石油等化石燃料變得越來越昂貴。
2028. mammal 哺乳動物 Blue whales are the largest mammals on Earth and can grow to be over thirty meters long. 藍鯨是地球上最大的哺乳動物,長度可超過三十公尺。
2029. biodiversity 生物多樣性 Protecting biodiversity is essential for maintaining the health and stability of our planet. 保護生物多樣性對於維持我們星球的健康與穩定至關重要。
2030. biologist 生物學家 As a marine biologist, she spends several months each year studying dolphins in the ocean. 作為一名海洋生物學家,她每年花幾個月時間在海洋中研究海豚。
2031. spacecraft 太空船 The new spacecraft is designed to transport scientists to the international space station. 這款新太空船旨在將科學家送往國際太空站。
2032. bark 樹皮;吠叫 Some types of tree bark can be used to produce specialized medicines and chemicals. 某些類型的樹皮可用於生產專用藥物和化學物質。
2033. astronaut 太空人 Being an astronaut requires a high level of physical fitness and scientific knowledge. 成為一名太空人需要具備高水準的體能與科學知識。
2034. planetary 行星的 The study of planetary science helps us to understand the origin and history of our universe. 行星科學研究幫助我們了解宇宙的起源與歷史。
2035. continent 大陸;洲 Asia is the largest continent on Earth and is home to over half of the world's population. 亞洲是地球上最大的大陸(洲),擁有世界一半以上的人口。
2036. marine 海洋的 The marine environment is being threatened by plastic pollution and climate change. 海洋環境正受到塑膠汙染和氣候變遷的威脅。
2037. ocean current 洋流 Ocean currents play a major role in regulating the Earth's climate and weather patterns. 洋流在調節地球氣候和天氣模式方面發揮著重要作用。
2038. altitudinal 海拔的 The altitudinal limit for most types of vegetation in this mountain range is around 3,000 meters. 該山脈大多數植被類型的海拔(高度)限制約為 3,000 公尺。
2039. altitude 高度;海拔 The airplane was flying at an altitude of thirty thousand feet when the pilot made the news. 當機師廣播消息時,飛機正飛行在三萬英尺的高空(高度/海拔)。
2040. equator 赤道 Countries located near the equator typically experience hot and humid weather all year. 位於赤道附近的國家通常全年氣候炎熱潮濕。
2041. longitudinal 經度的;縱向 The researchers conducted a longitudinal study of consumer behavior over a ten-year period. 研究人員對十年間的消費者行為進行了縱向(長期追蹤/經向)研究。
2042. longitude 經度 You need to know the exact latitude and longitude of your location to use the GPS system. 您需要知道所在位置的準確緯度和經度才能使用 GPS 系統。
2043. latitude 緯度;自由度 The manager gave his team plenty of latitude to decide how to complete the new project. 經理給了團隊很大的自由度(緯度/自主權)來決定如何完成新專案。
2044. relic 遺跡;遺物 The old monastery is a fascinating relic of the region's long and complex religious history. 這座舊修道院是該地區悠久且複雜宗教歷史中迷人的遺跡。
2045. gallery 畫廊;美術館 The city center features several high-end art galleries that showcase work by local artists. 市中心設有幾家高端藝術畫廊,展示當地藝術家的作品。
2046. embark on 著手;開始 The company is about to embark on a major expansion into several new international markets. 公司即將著手(開始)大規模擴展到幾個新的國際市場。
2047. steamer 汽船;蒸籠 In the past, steamships were the main way to transport goods and passengers across the ocean. 在過去,汽船是橫跨大洋運輸貨物與乘客的主要方式。
2048. vape 吸電子菸 Many governments are introducing new laws to restrict the sale of vapes to young people. 許多政府正引入新法律,限制向年輕人銷售電子菸。
2049. vapor 蒸氣 Water vapor in the atmosphere plays a crucial role in forming clouds and causing rain. 大氣中的水蒸氣在形成雲和降雨方面發揮著至關重要的作用。
2050. expressway 快速道路 The new expressway has significantly reduced the commuting time between the two cities. 新的快速道路顯著縮短了兩座城市之間的通勤時間。
2051. ponder 沉思;衡量 The CEO took some time to ponder the potential consequences of the proposed merger. 執行長花了一些時間沉思(衡量)提議合併的潛在後果。
2052. excogitate 想出;設計 The research team worked hard to excogitate a new way to reduce the cost of production. 研發團隊努力想出(設計)一種降低生產成本的新方法。
2053. conceive 構想;懷孕 It was difficult to conceive how the company could recover from such a major financial loss. 很難構想(想像)公司如何能從如此重大的財務損失中恢復。
2054. aerospace 航空航太 The company is a leading provider of specialized components for the global aerospace industry. 該公司是全球航空航太產業專用組件的領先供應商。
2055. innovative 創新的 The company's innovative approach to marketing has helped it to attract many new customers. 公司創新的行銷方法幫助其吸引了許多新客戶。
2056. rebound 反彈 The stock market is expected to rebound quickly following the recent period of decline. 股市預計在近期的下跌期後會迅速反彈。
2057. overwhelming 壓倒性的 The response to the new product launch was overwhelming, with thousands of orders received. 新產品發布的反應是壓倒性的(熱烈到勢不可擋),收到了數千份訂單。
2058. ascendant 上升的;優勢 The company's influence in the international market is currently in the ascendant. 該公司在國際市場上的影響力目前正處於上升趨勢(佔優勢)。
2059. prior to 在...之前 Please make sure to complete all the necessary paperwork prior to your first day at work. 請務必在第一天上班前(在...之前)完成所有必要的手續。
2060. disposal 處理;處置 The company is responsible for the safe and proper disposal of all its industrial waste. 公司負責所有工業廢棄物的安全且妥善的處理(處置)。
2061. laborious 費勁的;艱苦 Data entry can be a very laborious and time-consuming task if it is not automated. 如果不自動化,數據輸入可能是一項非常費勁且耗時的任務。
2062. inference 推論 Based on the current market trends, we can make an inference about future consumer demand. 根據目前的市場趨勢,我們可以對未來的消費者需求做出推論。
2063. infer 推斷 From the customer's positive feedback, we can infer that they are satisfied with the service. 從客戶的正向回饋中,我們可以推斷他們對服務感到滿意。
2064. breakdown 故障;細目 The factory had to stop production for several hours due to a sudden equipment breakdown. 由於突然的設備故障(損壞),工廠不得不停止生產幾個小時。
2065. manipulate 操縱;擺佈 You should not allow anyone to manipulate you into making a decision you don't agree with. 你不應允許任何人操縱(擺佈)你做出你不同意的決定。
2066. envisage 設想;展望 The company envisages a future where all of its products are made from sustainable materials. 公司展望未來,所有產品都將由永續材料製成。
2067. ventilation 通風 Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining a healthy and safe environment in the factory. 良好的通風對於維持工廠健康與安全的環境至關重要。
2068. subcontract 分包契約 The main contractor decided to subcontract the electrical work to a specialized local firm. 主承包商決定將電力工程分包(轉包)給一家當地的專業公司。
2069. subcontractor 分包商 Several subcontractors were hired to complete different parts of the large construction project. 聘請了幾家分包商(轉包商)來完成這項大型建築計畫的不同部分。
2070. contractor 承包商 The company hired a professional contractor to renovate the main office building. 公司聘請了一位專業承包商來翻新總部大樓。
2071. monopoly 壟斷;獨佔 The government is taking measures to prevent any single company from having a monopoly. 政府正在採取措施防止任何單一公司形成壟斷(獨佔)。
2072. renewal 更新;續約 Please remember to submit your application for the renewal of your professional license. 請記得提交您的專業執照續約(更新)申請。
2073. readjust 重新調整 It took some time for the team to readjust to the new office environment after the renovation. 裝修後,團隊花了一些時間才重新調整(適應)新的辦公環境。
2074. volume 體積;音量 The company's sales volume has increased significantly over the last three months. 公司的銷售量(體積/成交量)在過去三個月中顯著增加。
2075. instantaneous 瞬間的;即時 The new software allows for the instantaneous sharing of files between different departments. 這款新軟體允許不同部門之間即時(瞬間)分享文件。
2076. impractical 不切實際的 The proposed plan was rejected because it was seen as being too expensive and impractical. 提議的計畫因被認為太過昂貴且不切實際而被拒絕。
2077. prevailing 盛行的;現行 The company's strategy was designed to take advantage of the prevailing market conditions. 公司的策略旨在利用現行(盛行的)市場條件。
2078. utensil 器具;用具 The kitchen is fully equipped with all the necessary cooking utensils and appliances. 廚房配備了所有必要的烹飪器具和家電。
2079. vacuum 真空;吸塵器 Maintenance staff use a powerful industrial vacuum to keep the warehouse floors clean. 維護人員使用強力的工業吸塵器(真空)保持倉庫地板清潔。
2080. immunity 免疫力;豁免 The vaccine provides long-term immunity against several common types of the virus. 這種疫苗對幾種常見類型的病毒提供長期免疫力。
2081. vaccination 疫苗接種 The government is launching a new program to encourage more people to get their vaccination. 政府正啟動一項新計畫,鼓勵更多人進行疫苗接種。
2082. vaccine 疫苗 Scientists are working hard to develop a more effective vaccine against the new flu strain. 科學家們正努力研發一種針對新流感病毒株更有效的疫苗。
2083. nutriment 營養品 A balanced diet provides all the essential nutriments your body needs to stay healthy. 均衡的飲食提供身體保持健康所需的所有基本營養品(營養物)。
2084. assimilate 吸收;同化 It takes some time for new employees to fully assimilate the company's culture and values. 新員工需要一些時間才能完全吸收(同化)公司的文化與價值觀。
2085. checkup 健康檢查 The company offers a free annual health checkup for all its permanent employees. 公司為所有正式員工提供免費的年度健康檢查。
2086. clinical 臨床的;冷靜 The new drug is currently undergoing clinical trials to ensure its safety and effectiveness. 這種新藥目前正進行臨床試驗,以確保其安全性與有效性。
2087. clinic 診所 There is a small medical clinic located on the ground floor of the office building. 辦公大樓一樓有一間小型醫療診所。
2088. genetic 基因的;遺傳 Research into genetic engineering has led to several major breakthroughs in modern medicine. 基因工程(遺傳學)研究已在現代醫學中取得幾項重大突破。
2089. gene 基因 Scientists have identified several specific genes that are linked to the development of disease. 科學家們已經鑑定出幾種與疾病發展相關的特定基因。
2090. dumb 笨的;啞的 You should not feel dumb for asking questions if you don't understand something. 如果你有什麼不懂的地方,不應因為問問題而覺得自己笨。
2091. deaf 聾的 The organization provides specialized support and resources for people who are deaf. 該組織為聾人(聽障者)提供專業支援與資源。
2092. digestive 消化的 Eating plenty of fiber is essential for maintaining a healthy and efficient digestive system. 攝取充足的纖維對於維持健康且高效的消化系統至關重要。
2093. cavity 蛀牙洞;腔 Regular dental checkups can help to prevent the formation of painful cavities in your teeth. 定期的牙科檢查有助於防止牙齒形成痛苦的蛀牙洞(腔)。
2094. hospitalize 使住院 He had to be hospitalized for several days following a serious accident at the factory. 在工廠發生嚴重事故後,他不得不住院幾天。
2095. drip 點滴;滴下 The nurse carefully adjusted the medical drip to ensure the patient received the correct dose. 護理師小心地調整醫療點滴,以確保病人獲得正確劑量。
2096. scalpel 手術刀 Surgeons use specialized scalpels to perform precise and delicate medical procedures. 外科醫生使用專用手術刀進行精確且細緻的醫療程序。
2097. amputate 截肢 In extreme cases, doctors may need to amputate a limb to save a patient's life. 在極端情況下,醫生可能需要截肢以挽救病人的生命。
2098. anesthetist 麻醉師 The anesthetist is responsible for monitoring the patient's condition during the surgery. 麻醉師負責在手術期間監測病人的狀況。
2099. physician 內科醫師 You should consult with your primary care physician before starting any new fitness program. 在開始任何新的健身計畫前,您應諮詢您的初級照護內科醫師。
2100. urologist 泌尿科醫師 A urologist specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the urinary tract. 泌尿科醫師專門診斷與治療與泌尿道相關的疾病。
2101. urology 泌尿科 The hospital's urology department is equipped with the latest technology for diagnostic testing. 醫院的泌尿科配備了最新的診斷測試技術。
2102. pediatrics 小兒科 As a specialist in pediatrics, she provides medical care for infants, children, and adolescents. 作為一名小兒科專家,她為嬰兒、兒童和青少年提供醫療服務。
2103. attending 主治醫師 The attending physician will review your medical history before deciding on a treatment plan. 主治醫師將在決定治療計畫前審閱您的病史。
2104. consultant 顧問;會診醫師 The company hired a professional management consultant to improve its operational efficiency. 公司聘請了一位專業的管理顧問來提高其營運效率。
2105. efficacy 功效;效力 Several clinical trials were conducted to ensure the efficacy and safety of the new medicine. 進行了幾項臨床試驗以確保新藥的功效(效力)與安全性。
2106. transfuse 輸血;灌輸 The doctor decided to transfuse blood to the patient during the long and complex surgery. 醫生決定在漫長且複雜的手術期間為病人輸血。
2107. hypnotic 催眠的 The doctor prescribed a mild hypnotic medication to help the patient sleep during his recovery. 醫生開了一種輕微的催眠藥物(安眠藥)來幫助病人在康復期間睡眠。
2108. physiotherapy 物理治療 Physiotherapy can be very effective for recovering mobility after a serious back injury. 物理治療對於在嚴重的背部受傷後恢復行動能力非常有效。
2109. gastric 胃的 The patient was suffering from severe gastric issues after eating contaminated food. 病人在吃了受汙染的食物後,正遭受嚴重的胃部問題(胃抑胃激素)。
2110. immune system 免疫系統 A healthy diet and regular exercise are essential for maintaining a strong immune system. 健康的飲食和規律的運動對於維持強大的免疫系統至關重要。
2111. psychosis 精神病 Psychosis is a serious mental condition that requires professional diagnosis and treatment. 精神病(精神錯亂)是一種嚴重的精神疾病,需要專業的診斷與治療。
2112. disturbance 干擾;騷亂 The sudden noise outside caused a major disturbance to the meeting in the conference room. 外面突然的噪音對會議室裡的會議造成了嚴重的干擾。
2113. dispensary 藥房;醫務室 You can collect your prescribed medication from the hospital's dispensary on the ground floor. 您可以到醫院一樓的藥房(醫務室)領取您的處方藥。
2114. manic-depressive 躁鬱症的 He was diagnosed with a manic-depressive disorder and prescribed medication to stabilize his mood. 他被診斷出患有躁鬱症(躁鬱症的),並開了穩定情緒的藥物。
2115. vital sign 生命徵象 The nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient's vital signs like pulse and temperature. 護理師負責監測病人的生命徵象,如脈搏與體溫。
2116. troche 喉片;錠劑 A medicated troche can help to soothe a sore throat and provide temporary relief from coughing. 藥用喉片(錠劑)有助於舒緩喉嚨痛並提供暫時性的止咳緩解。
2117. asthma 氣喘 People with asthma should always carry their inhaler with them in case of a sudden attack. 氣喘患者應始終隨身攜帶吸入器,以防突然發作。
2118. cyclic 循環的;週期 The economy experiences cyclic periods of growth and decline based on various factors. 經濟會根據各種因素經歷循環性(週期性)的成長與衰退。
2119. cyclical 循環的;週期 Consumer spending patterns are often cyclical and tied to the overall health of the economy. 消費者支出模式通常是循環性的(週期的),並與整體經濟健康狀況掛鉤。
2120. sterilize 消毒;絕育 It is essential to sterilize all surgical instruments before they are used in the operating room. 在手術室使用所有手術器械前,對其進行消毒是必不可少的。
2121. title deed 地契;房契 You will need to provide the original title deed as proof of ownership for the property. 您需要提供原始地契(房契)作為該物業所有權的證明。
2122. intangible 無形的 Brand reputation is an intangible asset that can have a major impact on a company's success. 品牌聲譽是一種無形資產,對公司的成功有著重大影響。
2123. tangible 有形的;實質 The company's tangible assets include its manufacturing facilities, equipment, and inventory. 公司的有形資產(實質資產)包括其製造設施、設備和庫存。
2124. treaty 條約 The two nations signed a new trade treaty to reduce tariffs and promote international growth. 兩國簽署了一項新的貿易條約,以降低關稅並促進國際成長。
2125. certificate 委任狀;聘書 He received an official certificate of appointment as the new director of the department. 他收到了擔任該部門新任主管的正式委任狀(聘書)。
2126. dismissal 解僱;駁回 The employee is appealing against her sudden dismissal from the company last week. 該員工正對上週被公司突然解僱(辭退)提出申訴。
2127. dismissal letter 解僱信 He received his formal dismissal letter on Friday afternoon and was asked to leave immediately. 他在週五下午收到了正式解僱信,並被要求立即離開。
2128. command 命令;指揮 The CEO has an excellent command of the market and knows how to lead the company to success. 執行長對市場有極佳的掌握(指揮/命令能力),知道如何領導公司取得成功。
2129. commend 稱讚;推薦 I would like to commend the marketing team for their hard work and dedication to the project. 我想稱讚行銷團隊在該專案中的努力與奉獻。
2130. aborigine 原住民 The project aims to improve the education and employment opportunities for the local aborigines. 該計畫旨在改善當地原住民的教育與就業機會。
2131. indigenous 本土的;土產 The region is famous for its wide variety of indigenous plant and animal species. 該地區以其多種多樣的本土(原產)動植物物種而聞名。
2132. indigent 貧窮的 The charity provides food and shelter for indigent families living in the rural mountain areas. 該慈善機構為居住在山區農村的貧窮家庭提供食物與住所。
2133. indigene 原住民 As an indigene of the region, he has a deep understanding of its local history and culture. 作為該地區的原住民(土著),他對當地的歷史與文化有著深刻的理解。
2134. survivability 存活率 The new security system was designed to increase the survivability of the company's data center. 新的安全系統旨在提高公司數據中心的存活率(生存能力)。
2135. tyrant 暴君 The manager was seen as a tyrant who refused to listen to any suggestions from his team. 那位經理被視為暴君,拒絕聽取團隊的任何建議。
2136. tyranny 暴政 The people organized a peaceful protest to try and end the government's long period of tyranny. 人民組織了一場和平抗議,試圖結束政府長期的暴政。
2137. autocracy 獨裁政體 The move toward autocracy has caused a great deal of concern among international observers. 走向獨裁政體(專制)的舉動引起了國際觀察員的極大擔憂。
2138. democracy 民主 Respect for the rule of law and human rights are essential elements of a healthy democracy. 尊重法治與人權是健全民主制度的必備元素。
2139. sovereign 主權獨立的 The nation is proud of its status as a sovereign state and its ability to make its own laws. 該國為其作為主權獨立國家及制定自身法律的能力感到自豪。
2140. insurer 保險公司 You should contact your insurer immediately to file a claim for the damage to your property. 您應立即聯繫您的保險公司(承保人),為財產損失提出索賠。
2141. claimer 索賠人 The insurance company is currently investigating the claimer's demand for compensation. 保險公司目前正調查索賠人對於補償的要求。
2142. amends 賠罪;賠償 The company made amends for the service delay by offering its customers a special discount. 公司透過向客戶提供特別優惠,為服務延遲表示賠罪(補償)。
2143. reserve 外匯存底 The country has a large amount of foreign exchange reserves to maintain its currency stability. 該國擁有大量外匯存底,以維持其貨幣穩定。
2144. depositor 存款戶 The bank is committed to protecting the financial interests of all its long-term depositors. 銀行致力於保護其所有長期存款戶的財務利益。
2145. stamper 蓋印機 The office uses an automatic date stamper to process all incoming documents and invoices. 辦公室使用自動日期蓋印機來處理所有收到的文件和發票。
2146. expenditure 支出;花費 The company is looking for ways to reduce its monthly expenditure on office supplies. 公司正尋找減少每月辦公用品支出(花費)的方法。
2147. disputable 有爭議的 Whether or not the new policy will be effective is still a very disputable topic. 新政策是否有效仍然是一個非常有爭議的話題。
2148. defiant 違抗的;挑釁 The employee remained defiant and refused to apologize for his unprofessional behavior. 該員工仍然態度強硬(違抗/挑釁),拒絕為其不專業行為道歉。
2149. stagnant 停滯的;不流 The company's sales have been stagnant for several months due to the lack of new products. 由於缺乏新產品,公司的銷售額已停滯(不流動)好幾個月。
2150. harsh 嚴厲的;刺耳 The company faced harsh criticism for its handling of the recent environmental accident. 該公司因其對近期環境事故的處理而面臨嚴厲的批評。
2151. stern 嚴格的;嚴厲 The manager's stern warning about the importance of deadlines had a major impact on the team. 經理關於截止日期重要性的嚴厲警告對團隊產生了重大影響。
2152. premature 早產的;過早 Any discussion about the potential merger at this early stage would be premature. 在這個早期階段討論任何潛在的合併都顯得過早(不成熟)。
2153. immature 不成熟的 The manager was criticized for his immature handling of the disagreement between his team members. 經理因其對團隊成員間分歧的不成熟處理而受到批評。
2154. minify 縮小 You can use the specialized software tool to minify the size of your website's code and images. 您可以使用專業的軟體工具來縮小網站代碼與圖片的大小。
2155. usury 高利貸 The government introduced new laws to protect vulnerable consumers from the harmful practice of usury. 政府引入新法律,保護弱勢消費者免受有害的高利貸行為侵害。
2156. catastrophe 災難 The sudden bankruptcy of the major supplier caused a complete catastrophe for the factory's production. 主要供應商的突然破產對工廠生產造成了徹底的災難。
2157. thrift 節儉 The company's success is based on a culture of thrift and careful management of its resources. 公司的成功基於節儉的文化與對資源的謹慎管理。
2158. frugal 節儉的 By being frugal and reducing unnecessary expenses, the startup was able to survive the financial crisis. 透過節儉並減少不必要的開支,這家初創公司得以在金融危機中存活。
2159. spendthrift 揮霍者 The manager was seen as a spendthrift who wasted a large amount of the department's budget. 經理被視為揮霍者,浪費了大量的部門預算。
2160. extravagant 奢侈的;誇張 The company's new headquarters features many extravagant and unnecessary luxury decorations. 公司新總部設有許多奢侈(誇張)且不必要的豪華裝飾。
2161. cogitator 深思者 As a deep cogitator, he spent several hours every day analyzing complex market trends. 作為一名深思者,他每天花幾個小時分析複雜的市場趨勢。
2162. current account 經常帳 The company uses its current account for all its daily business transactions and payments. 公司將其經常帳(活期存款帳戶)用於所有日常業務往來與支付。
2163. time deposit 定期存款 The startup decided to put its surplus cash into a time deposit to earn a higher interest rate. 這家初創公司決定將多餘現金存入定期存款,以獲得更高的利率。
2164. recant 撤回 The politician was forced to recant his controversial statement following a public outcry. 在公眾強烈抗議後,那位政治家被迫撤回他的爭議性聲明。
2165. reckon 認為;計算 Analysts reckon that the global economy will start to recover slowly over the next year. 分析師認為(估計)全球經濟將在明年開始緩慢復甦。
2166. estimate 估計;估價 The contractor provided a detailed estimate for the cost of the proposed office renovation. 承包商為提議的辦公室裝修成本提供了詳細的估計(估價)。
2167. arousal 喚起;激起 The new marketing campaign aims to arouse consumer interest in the company's latest products. 新的行銷活動旨在喚起消費者對公司最新產品的興趣。
2168. absorbing 引人入勝的 The industry report provided an absorbing analysis of the future of renewable energy. 該產業報告對再生能源的未來提供了引人入勝(極具吸引力)的分析。
2169. absorb 吸收;理解 It can be difficult for new employees to absorb all the technical information during their first week. 新員工在第一週內很難吸收(理解)所有的技術資訊。
2170. engaging 迷人的 The speaker's engaging style made the technical presentation much easier for the audience to follow. 演講者迷人的風格讓技術簡報對聽眾來說更容易理解。
2171. prosper 繁榮;成功 The company continues to prosper despite the challenging conditions in the global market. 儘管全球市場環境充滿挑戰,公司仍持續繁榮(成功)。
2172. prosperous 繁榮的;富裕 The city has become more prosperous thanks to the growth of its international technology sector. 由於其國際科技產業的成長,這座城市變得更加繁榮。
2173. endowment 捐贈;天賦 The university received a large endowment from a local businessman to fund a new research center. 大學收到一位當地商人的鉅額捐贈,用於資助一個新的研究中心。
2174. endow 賦予;捐贈 She is endowed with a natural ability to solve complex problems and lead large teams. 她天生被賦予(具備)解決複雜問題與領導大團隊的能力。
2175. benefactor 恩人;捐助者 The museum's new wing was built thanks to the generous support of a private benefactor. 博物館的新翼樓得益於一位私人捐助者的慷慨支持。
2176. patronage 資助;光顧 The local restaurant values the continued patronage of its loyal customers from the community. 當地餐廳重視社區忠實客戶的持續光顧(資助)。
2177. vanity 虛榮心 The manager's vanity made it difficult for him to accept any criticism of his work. 經理的虛榮心讓他很難接受對其工作的任何批評。
2178. penniless 身無分文的 After his business failed, he was left almost penniless and had to start his career over. 在生意失敗後,他幾乎身無分文,不得不重新開始他的職業生涯。
2179. affluent 富裕的 The company is targeting its newest products at consumers living in affluent urban areas. 公司正將其最新產品對準居住在富裕城市地區的消費者。
2180. bullion 金條;銀條 Central banks hold large amounts of gold bullion as part of their national foreign reserves. 中央銀行持有大量金條(或銀條),作為其國家外匯儲備的一部分。
2181. cumulate 累積 Interest on the investment will cumulate over time, leading to a significant profit. 投資利息將隨時間累積,從而帶來可觀的利潤。
2182. unlisted 未上市的 Many successful companies start as unlisted private firms before eventually going public. 許多成功的公司在最終上市前都是以未上市的私人公司形式開始。
2183. listed 上市的 The company's stock is currently listed on several major international exchanges. 公司的股票目前在幾家主要國際交易所上市。
2184. salability 適銷性;暢銷 The high salability of the new product led to it being sold out in just a few hours. 新產品的高度適銷性(暢銷性)使其在短短幾小時內就售罄。
2185. stipulation 規定;條款 The contract includes a clear stipulation that all project deadlines must be met. 合約包含一項明確的規定(條款),即必須遵守所有專案截止日期。
2186. slump 暴跌;蕭條 The tech industry experienced a sudden slump in sales following the global economic crisis. 在全球經濟危機後,科技業經歷了銷售額的突然暴跌(蕭條)。
2187. tax evasion 逃稅 The investigation found that several high-profile individuals were involved in tax evasion. 調查發現幾位知名人士涉及逃稅。
2188. excise 貨物稅;切除 The government decided to increase the excise duty on luxury goods like tobacco and alcohol. 政府決定提高菸酒等奢侈品的貨物稅。
2189. toll fee 過路費 Drivers are required to pay a small toll fee to use the new expressway between the two cities. 駕駛使用兩座城市之間的新快速道路時需要支付一小筆過路費。
2190. toll 過路費;傷亡 The recent natural disaster has taken a heavy toll on the local infrastructure and economy. 近期的自然災害對當地的基礎設施與經濟造成了沉重的打擊(傷亡/損失)。
2191. levy 徵收;徵兵 The government decided to levy a new tax on international flights to fund green initiatives. 政府決定對國際航班徵收一項新稅,以資助綠色倡議。
2192. customs duty 關稅 You may be required to pay customs duty when importing specialized equipment from abroad. 從國外進口專用設備時,您可能需要支付關稅。
2193. revenuer 稅務官 The company was visited by a revenuer who wanted to audit its international transactions. 一位稅務官造訪了該公司,想要審計其國際交易。
2194. ratable 應課稅的 The value of the property is ratable and will be used to determine the amount of local tax. 該物業的價值是可估價的(應課稅的),將用於決定地方稅的金額。
2195. stamp duty 印花稅 You will need to pay stamp duty when purchasing a new home or other types of property. 購買新房或其他類型的財產時,您需要支付印花稅。
2196. cavil 吹毛求疵 It is not helpful to cavil about minor details when we are facing a major project deadline. 當我們面臨重大專案截止日期時,對細節吹毛求疵是沒有幫助的。
2197. rail 責罵;欄杆 The manager began to rail against the lack of funding for the new research project. 經理開始責罵(強烈抗議)新研發專案資金不足的問題。
2198. deposit-slip 存款單 Please make sure to fill out the deposit-slip correctly before handing it to the bank teller. 在將存款單交給銀行櫃員前,請務必正確填寫。
2199. remit money 匯款 Many workers use specialized apps to remit money to their families in their home countries. 許多工人使用專用的 App 將錢匯款給其家鄉的家人。
2200. superfluous 多餘的 You should avoid including superfluous information in your business emails to keep them clear. 為了保持清晰,您應避免在商務郵件中包含多餘的資訊。
2201. supplement 補充;營養品 The company provides a monthly health supplement to all its employees to promote well-being. 公司每月向所有員工提供健康補充品(營養品),以促進健康。
2202. supplementary 補充的;附加 The teacher provided supplementary reading materials to help students understand the complex topic. 老師提供了補充(附加的)閱讀材料,幫助學生理解這個複雜的話題。
2203. additory 增加的 The new feature is seen as an additory benefit that will attract more users to the platform. 新功能被視為一種附加的(增加的)福利,將吸引更多用戶使用該平台。
2204. proleptic 預期的 The manager's proleptic remarks about the project's success helped to boost the team's morale. 經理關於專案成功的前瞻性(預期性)言論有助於提振團隊士氣。
2205. shoddy 劣質的 The company faced severe criticism for using shoddy materials in the construction of the new office. 該公司因在建造新辦公室時使用劣質材料而面臨嚴厲批評。
2206. fakery 偽造;騙局 The investigation revealed that the antique painting was actually a clever piece of fakery. 調查顯示,那幅古董畫實際上是一個巧妙的偽造品(騙局)。
2207. fabricate 捏造;製造 The employee was fired after it was discovered that he had fabricated several of his qualifications. 該員工在被發現捏造了幾項資歷後被解雇了。
2208. miscarriage 流產;不公 The sudden bankruptcy of the major supplier was a major miscarriage for the company's plans. 主要供應商的突然破產對公司的計畫來說是一個重大的挫敗(或指流產/審判不公)。
2209. consign 交付;寄售 The manufacturer decided to consign several of its new products to a local retail store. 製造商決定將幾款新產品寄售(交付)給當地的一家零售店。
2210. pallet 棧板;貨盤 The warehouse staff use a forklift to move several heavy pallets of goods to the shipping area. 倉庫人員使用堆高機將幾個沉重的貨物棧板(貨盤)移至出貨區。
2211. cargo hold 貨艙 The ground crew worked hard to load the heavy containers into the aircraft's cargo hold. 地勤人員努力工作,將沉重的貨櫃裝入飛機的貨艙。
2212. rational 理性的 It is important to make rational decisions based on facts rather than being driven by emotion. 基於事實做出理性決定而非受情緒驅動是很重要的。
2213. ration 配給;定量 During the long period of drought, the government had to ration the amount of water available. 在長期的乾旱期間,政府不得不配給(限制)可用水量。
2214. category 類別 Please make sure to sort all the business expenses into the correct tax category. 請務必將所有業務支出歸入正確的稅務類別。
2215. catalogue 目錄 You can browse our full range of products and services in our latest printed catalogue. 您可以在我們最新的印刷目錄中瀏覽我們的全系列產品與服務。
2216. stall 攤位;拖延 The project began to stall due to a lack of funding and disagreements among the team members. 由於缺乏資金和團隊成員間的分歧,專案開始停滯(拖延/熄火)。
2217. boutique 精品店 The city center features many high-end boutiques that sell expensive designer clothing. 市中心有許多販售昂貴設計師服裝的高端精品店。
2218. conversion 轉換成本 The company is looking for ways to reduce its conversion cost and improve its profitability. 公司正尋找減少其加工成本(轉換成本)並提高獲利能力的方法。
2219. bounty 獎金;慷慨 The company offered a generous bounty to any employee who could find a bug in the software. 公司為任何能發現軟體 Bug 的員工提供了優厚的獎金。
2220. cut corners 偷工減料 You should never cut corners when it comes to the safety and quality of our products. 在產品的安全與品質方面,你絕不應該偷工減料(走捷徑)。
2221. ceramic tile 磁磚 The office lobby features beautiful ceramic tiles that were imported from Italy. 辦公室大廳鋪設了從義大利進口的美麗磁磚。
2222. band 樂團;帶子 The company hired a famous local band to provide entertainment at the annual dinner. 公司聘請了一支當地的著名樂團在年會上提供娛樂。
2223. advance 前進;預付款 The manager requested a small cash advance to cover his travel expenses for the business trip. 經理申請了一小筆現金預付款,以支付他出差的差旅費。
2224. stage 舞台;階段 The project is currently in the final stage of development and will be released next month. 專案目前正處於研發的最後階段,將於下個月發布。
2225. tailored 量身訂做的 The company offers tailored insurance plans that are designed to meet each client's needs. 公司提供旨在滿足每位客戶需求的量身訂做(客製化)保險計畫。
2226. impede 阻礙 The lack of a stable internet connection began to impede the team's ability to work remotely. 缺乏穩定的網路連接開始阻礙團隊遠端工作的能力。
2227. unimpeded 暢通無阻地 The new trade agreement allows for the unimpeded flow of goods between the two countries. 新的貿易協定允許貨物在兩國之間暢通無阻地流動。
2228. stark choice 嚴酷的選擇 The company faces a stark choice between cutting its costs or declaring bankruptcy. 公司面臨著裁減成本或宣布破產的嚴酷選擇。
2229. stark 嚴酷的;赤裸裸 The report provided a stark warning about the long-term impact of the current market trends. 報告對當前市場趨勢的長期影響提出了嚴酷的(赤裸裸的)警告。
2230. ascertain 查明;確定 The investigation was launched to ascertain the true cause of the sudden equipment failure. 啟動調查是為了查明(確定)設備突然故障的真正原因。
2231. lecturer 講師 A guest lecturer from a leading university was invited to speak about business ethics. 一位來自知名大學的客座講師受邀演講關於企業倫理。
2232. at once 立刻;同時 You should inform your manager at once if you discover any serious technical issues. 如果您發現任何嚴重的技術問題,應立即(立刻)通知您的經理。
2233. tenacity 韌性;毅力 Her tenacity and hard work allowed her to overcome many obstacles in her early career. 她的韌性(毅力)與努力讓她克服了早期職業生涯中的許多障礙。
2234. sheer tenacity 純粹的毅力 It was through sheer tenacity that the team was able to finish the project on schedule. 正是憑藉著純粹的毅力,團隊才得以按進度完成專案。
2235. sightseer 觀光客 The historic city center is always crowded with sightseers during the summer months. 在夏季月份,歷史悠久的市中心總是擠滿了觀光客。
2236. sightsee 觀光 We took a few hours after our business meeting to sightsee and visit the local landmarks. 商務會議後,我們花了幾個小時去觀光並參觀當地的地標。
2237. struggle with 在...中掙扎 Many small businesses are currently struggling with the sudden increase in operating costs. 許多小企業目前正受困於(在...中掙扎)營運成本的突然增加。
2238. exiled 流亡的 The story of the exiled leader serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of freedom. 那位流亡領袖的故事強烈地提醒了人們自由的重要性。
2239. dub 配音;授予 The film was dubbed into several different languages for its international release. 這部電影為其國際發行被配音成幾種不同的語言。
2240. fastidious 挑剔的 He is a very fastidious worker who always pays close attention to even the minor details. 他是一位非常挑剔(嚴謹)的員工,始終密切注意哪怕是微小的細節。
2241. miniature 微型的;縮圖 The company produced a beautiful miniature model of its newest skyscraper project. 公司製作了其最新摩天大樓計畫的美麗微型模型。
2242. prestigious 有聲望的 Winning the prestigious industry award was a major achievement for the young designer. 贏得這項享有盛譽(有聲望的)的產業大獎是那位年輕設計師的一項重大成就。
2243. jumbo 特大的 The airline decided to purchase several new jumbo jets to handle its international routes. 航空公司決定購買幾架新的特大(巨無霸)噴射客機來處理其國際航線。
2244. tonsil 扁桃腺 He had to take a week off from work to recover after having surgery on his tonsils. 他在接受扁桃腺手術後不得不請假一週來康復。
2245. dated 過時的 Some of the furniture in the reception area looks very dated and needs to be replaced. 接待區的一些傢俱看起來非常過時,需要更換。
2246. orchestra 管弦樂團 The company sponsored a performance by a famous local orchestra for its annual gala. 公司贊助了一場由當地著名管弦樂團在其年度盛會上的演出。
2247. unremedied 未矯正的 Several technical issues remained unremedied for several months due to lack of staff. 由於缺乏員工,幾項技術問題持續好幾個月未被矯正(未處理)。
2248. consultation 諮詢;會診 The manager requested a consultation with the legal department before signing the contract. 經理在簽署合約前請求與法律部門進行諮詢。
2249. weary of 感到厭倦 The employees were becoming weary of the constant changes to the company's policy. 員工們開始對公司政策的不斷變動感到厭倦。
2250. desist 停止 You should desist from making any further comments until we have all the facts. 在我們掌握所有事實前,你應停止(打消念頭)發表任何進一步評論。
2251. desist from 停止做... The court ordered the company to desist from using the competitor's trademarked logo. 法院命令該公司停止使用競爭對手的商標標誌。
2252. headway 進展 The research team is finally making some significant headway in its search for a cure. 研發團隊在尋找治療方法方面終於取得了一些顯著的進展。
2253. explanation 解釋 The manager provided a detailed explanation for the sudden delay in the product's release. 經理對產品發布的突然延遲提供了詳細的解釋。
2254. substructure 基礎結構 The engineers are currently inspecting the building's substructure to ensure its stability. 工程師們目前正在檢查建築的基礎結構(地基),以確保其穩定性。
2255. pragmatic 務實的 We need to take a pragmatic approach and focus on what we can realistically achieve. 我們需要採取務實的方法,專注於我們實際上可以實現的目標。
2256. enunciate 清晰發音 It is important to enunciate clearly when you are giving a presentation to a large audience. 當你向大群聽眾做簡報時,清晰地發音(闡明)是很重要的。
2257. spasmodical 斷斷續續 The company's growth has been spasmodical and unpredictable over the last few years. 公司的成長在過去幾年裡一直是斷斷續續的(痙攣的)且不可預測的。
2258. attain 達到;獲得 The startup was able to attain its annual sales target within just six months of operation. 這家初創公司在營運短短六個月內就達到了其年度銷售目標。
2259. discrimination 歧視;區別 The company has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination in the workplace. 公司對職場中的任何形式歧視採取零容忍政策。
2260. causative 成為原因的 Researchers are trying to identify the causative factors behind the sudden market crash. 研究人員正試圖找出導致(成為原因的)市場突然崩盤的因素。
2261. causative of 導致...的 Poor management practices can be causative of low employee morale and high staff turnover. 糟糕的管理慣例可能是導致員工士氣低落與高流動率的原因。
2262. hazard 危險;危害 The safety inspection identified several potential fire hazards in the old warehouse. 安全檢查在舊倉庫中發現了幾項潛在的火災危險。
2263. veteran 退伍軍人;老手 As a veteran of the industry, he has a deep understanding of market trends and consumer behavior. 作為業界的老手(或指退伍軍人),他對市場趨勢和消費者行為有著深刻的理解。
2264. offspring 後代;子女 The project aims to provide better education opportunities for the offspring of migrant workers. 該計畫旨在為移工的後代(子女)提供更好的教育機會。
2265. cognition 認知 Research into human cognition helps us to understand how people process complex information. 人類認知研究幫助我們了解人們如何處理複雜資訊。
2266. proficient 精通的 Being proficient in several languages is a major advantage for anyone working in international business. 精通幾種語言對於從事國際商務的人來說是一大優勢。
2267. leave 請假;留職停薪 She requested a six-month leave of absence to travel and pursue her personal interests. 她申請了六個月的請假(留職停薪),去旅行並追求個人興趣。
2268. poach 偷獵;挖角 The startup was accused of trying to poach experienced engineers from its main competitor. 這家初創公司被指控試圖從其主要競爭對手那裡挖角經驗豐富的工程師。
2269. critic 評論家;批評者 The film critic gave the new movie a very positive review, praising its unique storyline. 電影評論家對這部新電影給予了非常正面的評價,讚揚其獨特的故事情節。
2270. unsent 未寄出的 He discovered several unsent emails in his drafts folder that should have been sent last week. 他在草稿箱中發現了幾封上週就該寄出的未寄出郵件。
2271. opinion poll 民意調查 The recent opinion poll shows that the government's popularity is currently at an all-time low. 最近的民意調查顯示,政府的受歡迎程度目前處於歷史低點。
2272. exceptionally 例外地;異常 The team performed exceptionally well during the project, finishing ahead of schedule. 團隊在專案期間表現得異常出色(例外地好),提前完成了任務。
2273. exception 例外 The company has a strict policy against late arrivals, with no exceptions for any staff member. 公司對遲到有嚴格的政策,對任何員工都不例外。
2274. hostile 敵對的 The company faced a hostile takeover bid from one of its major international competitors. 公司面臨來自其主要國際競爭對手之一的敵對收購出價。
2275. holistic 整體的;全盤 We need to take a holistic approach and consider all the different factors that affect the project. 我們需要採取整體(全盤)的方法,考慮影響專案的所有不同因素。
2276. deliberate 故意的;深思 The manager's deliberate decision to delay the launch was based on careful market research. 經理推遲發布的故意的(深思熟慮的)決定是基於仔細的市場研究。
2277. prosperity 繁榮 The nation's prosperity is based on its strong technology sector and international trade. 國家的繁榮基於其強大的科技產業和國際貿易。
2278. vivisect 活體解剖 The organization is working hard to ban the practice of vivisecting animals for medical research. 該組織正努力禁止為了醫學研究而對動物進行活體解剖。
2279. ephemeral 短暫的 Popularity on social media can be very ephemeral and can disappear in just a few days. 社群媒體上的熱度可能非常短暫,幾天內就會消失。
2280. obscure 模糊的;晦澀 The meaning of the new regulation is quite obscure and requires further clarification. 新規定的含義相當模糊(晦澀),需要進一步澄清。
2281. spare no effort 不遺餘力 The company will spare no effort to ensure that all of its products meet the highest quality standards. 公司將不遺餘力地確保其所有產品都符合最高品質標準。
2282. boast 誇耀;吹噓 The company likes to boast about its many environmental achievements and green initiatives. 公司喜歡誇耀(吹噓)其許多環保成就和綠色倡議。
2283. decently 體面地 If you work hard and perform well, the company will compensate you decently for your efforts. 如果你努力工作且表現良好,公司會為你的努力提供體面地(像樣地)補償。
2284. centenary 百週年紀念 The city held a grand celebration to mark the centenary of its founding as a major port. 這座城市舉行了盛大的慶祝活動,以紀念其作為主要港口成立一百週年。
2285. spontaneously 自發地 The crowd began to clap spontaneously following the speaker's inspiring and emotional speech. 在演講者激勵人心且感性的演講後,人群開始自發地鼓掌。
2286. prudent 審慎的 It is important to be prudent and avoid taking unnecessary risks with the company's budget. 保持審慎並避免在公司預算上冒不必要的風險是很重要的。
2287. genuine 真誠的;真正 The company's commitment to customer satisfaction is genuine and is reflected in its policies. 公司對客戶滿意度的承諾是真誠的(真正的),這反映在其政策中。
2288. innovation 創新 Continuous innovation is essential for staying competitive in the fast-paced technology market. 持續創新是在節奏快速的科技市場中保持競爭力的關鍵。
2289. hold 追究責任 Managers should be held responsible for the performance and well-being of their team members. 經理應對其團隊成員的表現與福祉被追究責任。
2290. peasant 農民 In the past, most of the population in the region consisted of poor peasants working on farms. 在過去,該地區的大部分人口由在農場工作的貧苦農民組成。
2291. toil away 辛苦工作 The researchers continued to toil away in the laboratory late into the night to finish the study. 研究人員繼續在實驗室辛苦工作到深夜以完成研究。
2292. credibility 可信度 The recent scandal has seriously damaged the company's credibility with its customers. 近期的醜聞嚴重損害了公司在客戶中的可信度。
2293. chair 主持會議 A senior manager was appointed to chair the conference and lead the discussion on strategy. 一位高級經理被任命主持會議並引導關於策略的討論。
2294. chair 椅子;主席 He was named as the new chair of the department following the previous director's retirement. 在前任主管退休後,他被任命為該部門的新任主席。
2295. malnutrition 營養不良 The charity provides food and medical care for children suffering from severe malnutrition. 該慈善機構為患有嚴重營養不良的兒童提供食物和醫療護理。
2296. convivial 歡樂的;友好 The company's annual dinner was a convivial event where employees could relax and socialize. 公司的年會是一個歡樂的(友好的)場合,員工可以在那裡放鬆與社交。
2297. distressing 令人痛苦的 The news of the factory closure was very distressing for the employees and their families. 工廠關閉的消息對員工及其家人來說非常令人痛苦(令人擔憂)。
2298. inadequate 不足的;不適 The company's existing security measures were seen as being completely inadequate. 公司現有的安全措施被認為是完全不足的。
2299. gorge 峽谷;狼吞 The tourists spent the afternoon hiking through the beautiful mountain gorge and forest. 遊客們下午徒步穿過美麗的山中峽谷與森林。
2300. bear 承擔責任 The CEO had to bear responsibility for the company's poor financial performance last year. 執行長必須為公司去年糟糕的財務表現承擔責任。
2301. extract tooth 拔牙 He had to take a day off work to see the dentist and have a painful wisdom tooth extracted. 他不得不請假一天去看牙醫,拔掉一顆令人痛苦的智齒。
2302. simple life 過簡樸的生活 After retiring from the high-stress business world, he moved to the countryside to lead a simple life. 從壓力巨大的商業界退休後,他搬到了鄉下過著簡樸的生活。
2303. ethic 倫理;道德規範 A strong work ethic is essential for anyone who wants to succeed in the competitive business world. 對於任何想要在競爭激烈的商業界取得成功的人來說,強大的職業道德(倫理)是必不可少的。
2304. propriety 得體;禮節 It is important to maintain a sense of propriety when dealing with international business partners. 在與國際業務合作夥伴打交道時,保持得體(禮節)是很重要的。
2305. chaotic 混亂的 The scene at the airport was completely chaotic following the cancellation of several major flights. 在幾架主要航班取消後,機場的場景完全陷入混亂。
2306. raw material 原料 The sudden increase in the cost of raw materials has led to higher production costs for the factory. 原料成本的突然增加導致工廠的生產成本上升。
2307. exotic flower 奇花異草 The city's botanical garden features a specialized greenhouse for rare and exotic flowers. 市立植物園設有一個專門種植稀有及奇花異草的溫室。
2308. hip 臀部;時髦的 The new boutique in the city center is popular with hip young professionals from the tech sector. 市中心的新精品店深受科技界時髦的(流行的)年輕專業人士歡迎。
2309. ignite 點燃;引發 The speaker's inspiring presentation helped to ignite a new sense of purpose among the team. 演講者激勵人心的簡報有助於引發(點燃)團隊新的使命感。
2310. by no means 絕不 Although the project was a success, it was by no means an easy task for the development team. 雖然該專案取得了成功,但對研發團隊來說絕非一項易事。
2311. pileup 連環車禍 The heavy fog on the highway led to a serious multi-vehicle pileup during the morning rush hour. 公路上的濃霧導致早晨尖峰時段發生嚴重的多車連環車禍。
2312. call on 拜訪;號召 The CEO decided to call on several major investors to discuss the company's future expansion plans. 執行長決定拜訪(號召)幾位主要投資者,討論公司的未來擴張計畫。
2313. cachinnate 大笑 The audience began to cachinnate loudly at the comedian's clever and hilarious business jokes. 聽眾對喜劇演員巧妙且滑稽的商務笑話放聲大笑。
2314. jumble 混雜;亂堆 The old storage room was filled with a confusing jumble of old office equipment and files. 舊儲藏室裡混雜著(亂堆著)許多混亂的舊辦公設備和文件。
2315. juggle 雜耍;同時應付 Working parents often have to juggle their professional responsibilities with their family duties. 職涯父母通常必須同時應付(如雜耍般兼顧)職業責任與家庭義務。
2316. malicious 惡意的 The company's computer system was attacked by a malicious software program early this morning. 公司電腦系統今天一早遭到了惡意軟體程序的攻擊。
2317. spatter 濺;灑 Please be careful not to spatter any ink on your professional clothes while refilling the printer. 在填充印表機墨水時,請小心不要將墨水濺到您的正式服裝上。
2318. sports meet 運動會 The company organizes an annual sports meet to encourage teamwork and a healthy lifestyle. 公司每年舉辦運動會,以鼓勵團隊合作與健康的生活方式。
2319. pantry 食品儲藏室 The office pantry is fully stocked with a wide variety of snacks, coffee, and tea for the staff. 辦公室茶水間(食品儲藏室)備有充足的各式零食、咖啡與茶水供員工享用。
2320. disloyal 不忠的 The employee was fired after it was discovered that he had been disloyal and shared secrets. 該員工在被發現不忠(分享公司秘密)後被開除了。
2321. compromise 妥協;危害 We should never compromise on the quality and safety of our products to save on production costs. 我們絕不應為了節省生產成本而危害(或妥協)產品的品質與安全。
2322. deletion 刪除 The accidental deletion of several important files caused a major delay in the project's schedule. 不小心刪除(刪除項)幾份重要文件導致專案進度嚴重延誤。
2323. collide 碰撞;衝突 The two projects began to collide because they both required a large amount of the same resources. 這兩個專案開始產生衝突(碰撞),因為它們都需要大量相同的資源。
2324. cleanliness 清潔 Maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the laboratory is essential for ensuring accurate results. 保持實驗室高度清潔對於確保結果準確至關重要。
2325. a strip of 一條... The architect used a long strip of modern LED lights to illuminate the office corridor. 建築師使用一長條現代 LED 燈來照明辦公室走廊。
2326. business card 名片 It is standard practice to exchange business cards during your first meeting with a new client. 在與新客戶第一次見面時交換名片是標準做法。
2327. manifold 多種的 The company faced manifold challenges during its first year of operation in the international market. 該公司在國際市場營運的第一年面臨了多種(多方面的)挑戰。
2328. memorandum 備忘錄 The CEO issued a formal memorandum to all department heads regarding the new budget cuts. 執行長向所有部門主管發布了一份關於新預算削減的正式備忘錄。
2329. tidings 消息 The marketing team was happy to receive good tidings regarding the success of the new campaign. 行銷團隊很高興收到關於新活動成功的佳音(消息)。
2330. lucrative 賺錢的;有利 The company's new investment in renewable energy has proven to be extremely lucrative. 公司在再生能源方面的新投資已被證明是非常賺錢的(有利可圖的)。
2331. inmate 囚犯;住院者 The hospital provides specialized medical care and support services for all of its long-term inmates. 醫院為其所有長期住院者(或指囚犯)提供專業醫療服務與支援。
2332. infuriate 激怒 The manager's constant changes to the project requirements began to infuriate the design team. 經理對專案需求的不斷變動開始激怒設計團隊。
2333. fringe benefit 附帶福利 The company offers a wide range of fringe benefits, including private health insurance and gym. 公司提供廣泛的附帶福利,包括私人醫療保險和健身房會籍。
2334. fringe 邊緣;瀏海 The startup is currently operating on the fringe of the industry, but it is growing very quickly. 這家初創公司目前在產業的邊緣運作,但發展非常迅速。
2335. competence 能力;勝任 The interview was designed to assess the candidate's professional competence and experience. 面試旨在評核應徵者的專業能力與經驗。
2336. arrangement 插花 The reception desk was decorated with a beautiful and elegant floral arrangement. 接待處裝飾著美麗且優雅的插花。
2337. dutiable 應納稅的 You will need to declare any dutiable goods when you arrive at the international airport. 當您抵達國際機場時,需要申報任何應納稅的物品。
2338. special provision 特殊條款 The contract includes a special provision that allows for the project deadline to be extended. 合約包含一項特殊條款,允許延長專案截止日期。
2339. breach 違約 The company was sued for a serious breach of contract following its failure to deliver the goods. 該公司因未能交貨而面臨嚴重的違約訴訟。
2340. breach 違背;缺口 The safety inspection identified a major breach in the security fence around the warehouse. 安全檢查在倉庫周邊的保安柵欄上發現了一個大缺口(違背/漏洞)。
2341. acquire 獲得;收購 The company is looking for opportunities to acquire smaller firms that have innovative technology. 公司正尋找機會收購擁有創新技術的小型公司。
2342. college 大學;學院 After graduating from college, she joined the company as a junior marketing assistant. 大學畢業後,她加入公司擔任初級行銷助理。
2343. colleague 同事 He has a very good working relationship with all his colleagues in the research department. 他與研發部門的所有同事都有很好的工作關係。
2344. patently 顯然地 The manager's claim that the project was on schedule was patently false and misleading. 經理關於專案按進度進行的聲明顯然是錯誤且具誤導性的。
2345. picturesque 風景如畫的 The new company headquarters is located in a picturesque rural area near the mountains. 公司新總部位於山區附近風景如畫的農村地區。
2346. hay 乾草 The farmers spent the entire afternoon gathering hay and storing it in the large barn. 農民們花了整個下午收集乾草並存放在大穀倉裡。
2347. aphasia 失語症 The stroke victim suffered from aphasia and had great difficulty communicating with others. 中風患者患有失語症,與他人溝通非常困難。
2348. aphasia 聽覺失語症 Auditory aphasia is a condition where a person can hear sounds but cannot understand language. 聽覺失語症是一種人能聽到聲音但無法理解語言的病症。
2349. aural 聽覺的 The language training program focuses on both aural comprehension and speaking skills. 語言培訓計畫專注於聽覺理解(聽力)與口說技能。
2350. auditory 聽覺的 The new office design was optimized to reduce auditory distractions and improve focus. 新辦公室設計經過優化,以減少聽覺干擾(噪音)並提高專注度。
2351. penicillin 青黴素 The discovery of penicillin was a major breakthrough that saved millions of lives. 青黴素(盤尼西林)的發現是拯救了數百萬人生命的重大突破。
2352. adrenalin 腎上腺素 He felt a sudden rush of adrenalin as he prepared to give his first major presentation. 當他準備進行第一場大型簡報時,感到腎上腺素激增。
2353. adrenaline 腎上腺素 Adrenaline is a hormone that prepares the body to react quickly in high-stress situations. 腎上腺素是一種激素,能讓身體在壓力巨大的情況下迅速做出反應。
2354. acoustic 聲學的;原聲 The concert hall was designed to provide excellent acoustic quality for live performances. 音樂廳的設計旨在為現場演出提供優異的聲學品質(原聲音效)。
2355. prone 容易出事故的 The factory manager identified several accident-prone areas that required additional safety. 工廠經理識別出幾處容易出事故的區域,需要額外的安全措施。
2356. prone 傾向於...的 Some people are more prone to stress and anxiety when they are facing major deadlines. 有些人在面臨重大截止日期時,更容易(有傾向於)感到壓力與焦慮。
2357. induced abortion 人工流產 The complex ethical issues surrounding induced abortion are still being debated globally. 圍繞人工流產的複雜倫理問題仍在全球範圍內進行辯論。
2358. induced 誘導的;引起 The researchers studied how different market factors induced changes in consumer behavior. 研究人員研究了不同的市場因素如何誘導(引起)消費者行為的改變。
2359. cram 死記硬背;塞滿 Students often try to cram all the necessary information into their heads before the exam. 學生們通常試圖在考試前將所有必要資訊塞進(死記硬背)腦袋裡。
2360. escalator 電扶梯 The shopping mall features several modern escalators that provide easy access to all floors. 購物中心設有幾座現代電扶梯,方便前往各個樓層。
2361. pane 窗格玻璃 A heavy storm caused one of the large glass panes in the office window to break. 一場強烈的風暴導致辦公室窗戶的一塊大窗格玻璃破碎。
2362. stub 存根;票根 Please make sure to keep your ticket stub in case you need to re-enter the conference hall. 請務必保留您的票根(存根),以防您需要重新進入會場。
2363. ticket stub 票根 He found an old ticket stub from a famous business conference he attended many years ago. 他發現了一張多年前參加過的名人商務會議的舊票根。
2364. solder 焊接;焊料 The technician used specialized solder to repair the damaged circuit board in the computer. 技術員使用專用焊料(焊接)修理電腦中損壞的電路板。
2365. furlough 休假;無薪假 Due to the economic downturn, several employees were placed on a three-month furlough. 由於經濟低迷,幾名員工被要求休三個月的無薪假(或指休假)。
2366. volatile 不穩定的 The stock market has been extremely volatile recently due to global political uncertainty. 由於全球政治不確定性,股市近期極其不穩定(易揮發)。
2367. creepy 令人毛骨悚然的 The old, abandoned warehouse at the edge of the city had a very creepy atmosphere. 位於城市邊緣的那座陳舊廢棄倉庫有一種令人毛骨悚然的氣氛。
2368. intoxicate 使陶醉 The team was intoxicated with the feeling of success after finishing the difficult project. 完成艱鉅的專案後,團隊陶醉在成功的喜悅中(或指中毒/喝醉)。
2369. intoxicating 令人陶醉的 The view from the top of the mountain was truly intoxicating and left us feeling inspired. 山頂的景色確實令人陶醉,讓我們感到深受啟發。
2370. asterisk 星號 Please note that any terms marked with an asterisk are explained in detail at the end. 請注意,任何標有星號 (*) 的術語在末尾都有詳細解釋。
2371. arduous 艱鉅的;費力 The team faced an arduous task as they worked to rebuild the company's computer system. 團隊在重建公司電腦系統時面臨著一項艱鉅的(費力的)任務。
2372. stagnant water 死水;積水 Stagnant water can become a breeding ground for harmful insects and bacteria in the factory. 死水(積水)可能成為工廠內害蟲與細菌滋生的溫床。
2373. sarcastic 諷刺的 The manager's sarcastic remarks about the team's performance were seen as being unhelpful. 經理對團隊表現的諷刺性言論被認為是沒有幫助的。
2374. optimistic 樂觀的 Despite the current challenges, the CEO remains optimistic about the company's future. 儘管目前面臨挑戰,執行長對公司的未來仍保持樂觀。
2375. pessimistic 悲觀的 Some analysts have a more pessimistic view of the market and predict a long period of decline. 一些分析師對市場持較為悲觀的看法,並預測將有長期的衰退。
2376. sumptuous 奢華的;豐盛 The company hosted a sumptuous dinner at a luxury hotel to celebrate its tenth anniversary. 公司在豪華飯店舉辦了一場奢華(豐盛)的晚宴來慶祝其十週年。
2377. hindrance 阻礙 The lack of a stable budget was a major hindrance to the progress of the research project. 缺乏穩定的預算是研究專案進展的主要阻礙。
2378. masculinity 男子氣概 The marketing campaign was criticized for its traditional and outdated views on masculinity. 該行銷活動因其對男子氣概傳統且過時的觀點而受到批評。
2379. ominous 不祥的 The sudden drop in consumer spending was seen as an ominous sign for the future economy. 消費者支出的突然下降被視為未來經濟不祥的預兆。
2380. excrete 排泄;分泌 Specialized cells in the body are responsible for excreting harmful toxins and waste products. 體內專用細胞負責排泄(分泌)有害毒素與廢棄物。
2381. insoluble 無法解決的 The problem of poverty in rural areas is seen by many as being completely insoluble. 許多人認為農村地區的貧困問題是完全無法解決的(不溶的)。
2382. will 意志;遺囑 He left a detailed will that outlined how his business and property should be managed. 他留下了一份詳細的遺囑(意志),概述了其業務與財產應如何管理。
2383. testament 遺囑;證明 The success of the project is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team. 專案的成功證明了(也是一種證明/遺囑)整個團隊的努力與奉獻。
2384. dowry 嫁妝 In some traditional cultures, the bride's family is still expected to provide a large dowry. 在某些傳統文化中,女方家庭仍被預期要提供豐厚的嫁妝。
2385. diary 日記 Keeping a daily business diary can help you to track your progress and manage your time. 保持每日商務日記有助於您追蹤進度並管理時間。
2386. consanguinity 血親關係 The law includes strict regulations regarding consanguinity and the inheritance of property. 法律包含關於血親關係與財產繼承的嚴格規定。
2387. consolation 安慰 Although they didn't win the contract, the positive feedback was a small consolation. 雖然他們沒標到合約,但正面的回饋是一種小小的安慰(慰藉)。
2388. prize 安慰獎 Every participant in the startup competition received a small consolation prize for their effort. 初創競賽的每位參賽者都因其努力獲得了一個小小的安慰獎。
2389. unconscious 無意識的 The employee was found unconscious in his office and had to be taken to the hospital. 該員工被發現昏迷(無意識)在辦公室,必須送往醫院。
2390. mouldy 發霉的 The old documents stored in the damp basement had become very mouldy over the years. 存放在潮濕地下室的舊文件多年來變得非常發霉。
2391. termite 白蟻 The structural inspection revealed a serious termite infestation in the old office building. 結構檢查顯示舊辦公大樓有嚴重的白蟻侵蝕。
2392. intimate 親密的;暗示 The manager's close and intimate relationship with his team helped to build a sense of trust. 經理與團隊親密且良好的關係有助於建立信任感。
2393. adopt 收養;採用 The company decided to adopt a more flexible remote working policy for all its employees. 公司決定對所有員工採用更靈活的遠端工作政策。
2394. centipede 蜈蚣 We found a large centipede crawling through the storage room during our annual cleanup. 在年度大掃除時,我們發現一隻大蜈蚣在儲藏室裡爬。
2395. hyperopic 遠視的 People who are hyperopic often need to wear specialized glasses for reading and computer. 遠視的人通常需要戴專用眼鏡來閱讀或使用電腦。
2396. initial 最初的;縮寫 The company's initial response to the market crisis was to reduce its advertising budget. 公司對市場危機最初的反應是削減廣告預算。
2397. dilution 稀釋 The dilution of the company's stock value caused a great deal of concern among investors. 公司股票價值的稀釋引起了投資者的極大擔憂。
2398. bleach 漂白劑 Cleaning staff use a strong industrial bleach to disinfect the laboratory floors and surfaces. 清潔人員使用強力的工業漂白劑對實驗室地板和表面進行消毒。
2399. quilt 棉被;拼布 The local community group organized a charity event to sew beautiful handmade quilts for the poor. 當地社區團體組織了一場慈善活動,為窮人縫製美麗的手工棉被(拼布)。
2400. spoiler 劇透;擾流板 Many car enthusiasts install a rear spoiler on their vehicles to improve their aerodynamic. 許多汽車愛好者在車輛上安裝後擾流板,以改善其空氣動力學性能(或指劇透)。
2401. improvise 即興創作 The team had to improvise a new marketing strategy after the original plan was rejected. 在原計畫被否決後,團隊不得不即興創作一套新的行銷策略。
2402. rejuvenate 使恢復活力 The company's new CEO is working hard to rejuvenate the aging brand and attract younger. 公司新任執行長正努力使這個老化的品牌恢復活力,以吸引更年輕的顧客。
2403. boric 硼的 Boric compounds are often used in the manufacturing of specialized glass and ceramics. 硼化合物常用於製造特種玻璃與陶瓷。
2404. boric acid 硼酸 Boric acid is a mild antiseptic that can be used to treat minor eye irritations and infections. 硼酸是一種溫和的防腐劑,可用於治療輕微的眼睛刺激與感染。
2405. folk remedy 民間偏方 Many people still rely on traditional folk remedies to treat common ailments like cold. 許多人仍依賴傳統的民間偏方來治療感冒等常見小病。
2406. palpitate 心悸;悸動 He felt his heart begin to palpitate with excitement as he prepared to sign the contract. 當他準備簽署合約時,感到心臟因興奮而開始悸動(心悸)。
2407. ulcer 潰瘍 High levels of stress in the workplace can often lead to serious health issues like stomach. 職場的高壓通常會導致嚴重的健康問題,例如胃潰瘍。
2408. placebo 安慰劑 In clinical trials, half of the participants were given the new drug and half were given a placebo. 在臨床試驗中,一半的參與者服用新藥,另一半則服用安慰劑。
2409. saline 生理食鹽水 Medical staff use a normal saline solution to clean wounds and prevent infection in the clinic. 醫護人員在診所使用生理食鹽水清潔傷口並防止感染。
2410. vast 廣大的 The company's new distribution center covers a vast area of over one million square feet. 公司新的配送中心佔地廣大,超過一百萬平方英尺。
2411. explicit 明確的;露骨 The manager gave explicit instructions on how to handle the sensitive customer information. 經理對如何處理敏感的客戶資訊給予了明確的指示。
2412. induce 導致;催生 Economists hope that the new tax cuts will help to induce more investment in the technology. 經濟學家希望新的減稅措施將有助於誘導(導致)更多對科技業的投資。
2413. commission 佣金;委託 Sales staff earn a basic salary plus a generous commission for every new contract they sign. 業務人員賺取基本工資,外加每簽署一份新合約的豐厚佣金。
2414. ceiling 天花板;上限 The government decided to place a temporary ceiling on the price of essential food items. 政府決定對必需食品的價格設定臨時上限(或指天花板)。
2415. authentic 道地的;真實 The restaurant is famous for serving authentic Italian cuisine made with imported ingredients. 該餐廳以供應由進口食材製成的道地義大利料理而聞名。
2416. diarrhea 腹瀉 Traveling in foreign countries can sometimes lead to stomach issues like diarrhea and pain. 在國外旅遊有時會導致腹瀉和腹痛等胃部問題。
2417. poultry 家禽 The local farm produces high-quality poultry products that are sold in many supermarkets. 當地農場生產高品質的家禽產品,在許多超市販售。
2418. carousel 行李輸送帶 Passengers were waiting around the baggage carousel for their luggage after the long flight. 長途飛行後,乘客們在行李輸送帶旁等待他們的行李(或指旋轉木馬)。
2419. valet parking 代客泊車 The luxury hotel offers free valet parking services for all of its guests and visitors. 豪華飯店為其所有賓客與訪客提供免費的代客泊車服務。
2420. valet 泊車小弟 He worked as a valet at a high-end restaurant while he was studying for his business degree. 他在攻讀商務學位期間,在一家高端餐廳擔任泊車小弟。
2421. off limits 禁止進入 The construction area is strictly off limits to all unauthorized staff and members of the public. 施工區域嚴禁所有未經授權的人員及大眾進入。
2422. attending doctor 主治醫師 The attending doctor is responsible for making all major decisions regarding the patient's care. 主治醫師負責制定關於患者護理的所有重大決定。
2423. aerobic room 有氧教室 The company's fitness center features a modern aerobic room with professional equipment. 公司的健身中心設有一個配備專業器材的現代有氧教室。
2424. alma mater 母校 He decided to donate a significant amount of money to his alma mater to support research. 他決定捐贈一大筆錢給他的母校以支持研究。
2425. reference letter 推薦信 You will need to provide at least two professional reference letters with your job application. 您的求職申請需要提供至少兩封專業推薦信。
2426. ticket booth 售票亭 Long queues began to form at the ticket booth early this morning for the popular concert. 今天一早,受歡迎的音樂會售票亭前就開始排起長龍。
2427. travel fair 旅遊展 The national tourism board organized a large travel fair to promote local attractions and tours. 國家旅遊局舉辦了一場大型旅遊展,以推廣當地的景點與旅遊行程。
2428. as though 彷彿;好像 The manager spoke to the team as though he already knew about the upcoming budget cuts. 經理對團隊說話的樣子,彷彿他已經知道即將到來的預算削減。
2429. prolonged 延長的;拖延 The project faced a prolonged delay due to legal challenges and environmental concerns. 由於法律挑戰與環境疑慮,專案面臨了長時間的延誤(延長的拖延)。
2430. prolong 延長 Regular maintenance can help to prolong the life of expensive office equipment and machinery. 定期保修有助於延長昂貴辦公設備與機器的壽命。
2431. diagnostic 診斷的 The technician performed a series of diagnostic tests to find the cause of the computer. 技術員進行了一系列診斷測試,以找出電腦故障的原因。
2432. intersection 十字路口 The new office building is located at the intersection of two major streets in the city center. 新辦公大樓位於市中心兩條主要街道的十字路口(交集處)。
2433. financing option 融資方案 The bank offers a variety of flexible financing options for small and medium-sized businesses. 銀行為中小企業提供多種靈活的融資方案。
2434. prawn 明蝦;大蝦 The restaurant is famous for its delicious and fresh prawn dishes served with a spicy sauce. 該餐廳以搭配辣醬的美味新鮮明蝦料理而聞名。
2435. bestie 閨蜜;死黨 She decided to start a new boutique business together with her bestie from university. 她決定和她的大學閨蜜(死黨)一起創辦一家精品店。
2436. costume party 變裝派對 The company held a fun costume party to celebrate Halloween and encourage teamwork. 公司舉辦了一場有趣的變裝派對來慶祝萬聖節並鼓勵團隊合作。
2437. gridlock 僵局 The negotiations reached a state of gridlock as neither side was willing to compromise. 由於雙方都不願妥協,談判陷入了僵局(交通大打結)。
2438. westbound 向西行的 There was a major accident on the westbound lane of the highway earlier this morning. 今天清晨高速公路向西行的車道上發生了一起重大事故。
2439. eastbound 向東行的 The eastbound traffic was extremely heavy due to the holiday weekend and road construction. 由於週末假期與道路施工,向東行的交通極其擁擠。
2440. enticing 誘人的 The company offered an enticing benefits package to attract the most talented candidates. 公司提供了誘人的福利方案,以吸引最有才華的應徵者。
2441. regular 規律的;定期 It is important to have regular check-ups with your doctor to maintain good health. 定期(規律的)看醫生進行檢查對於維持健康很重要。
2442. outstanding debt 未償債務 The company is struggling to manage its outstanding debt and improve its financial position. 公司正努力處理其未償債務並改善其財務狀況。
2443. contrary 相反的 Contrary to popular belief, the project was actually finished ahead of the original schedule. 與大眾的看法相反,專案實際上比原定計畫提前完成了。
2444. tiles 磁磚 The interior designer chose beautiful ceramic tiles for the walls of the new office lobby. 室內設計師為新辦公室大廳的牆壁選擇了美麗的磁磚。
2445. immersion 沉浸;浸泡 Language immersion programs are an effective way to learn a new language quickly and well. 語言沉浸計畫是快速且良好地學習新語言的有效方法。
2446. ensure 確保 We need to take steps to ensure that all of our products meet the highest safety standards. 我們需要採取措施確保所有產品都符合最高安全標準。
2447. insure 投保;確保 It is important to insure your business property against potential fire and theft damage. 為您的公司財產投保火災與竊盜險是很重要的。
2448. chase away 趕走 The company's new marketing campaign helped to chase away the competition and increase market. 公司新的行銷活動有助於趕走競爭對手並增加市場份額。
2449. spouse 配偶 Employees can invite their spouses and families to the company's annual picnic and dinner. 員工可以邀請他們的配偶及家人參加公司的年度野餐與晚宴。
2450. mole 痣;鼴鼠;內奸 The security team discovered that there was a mole in the company sharing secrets with rivals. 安全團隊發現公司內部有內奸(鼴鼠/內線)向競爭對手分享秘密。
2451. brace 支撐;牙套 The team had to brace themselves for the impact of the sudden and unexpected budget cuts. 團隊不得不為突然且非預期的預算削減帶來的衝擊做好準備(支撐)。
2452. embrace 擁抱;欣然接受 The company decided to embrace new technology to improve its efficiency and competitiveness. 公司決定欣然接受(擁抱)新技術,以提高效率與競爭力。
2453. respectful 恭敬的;尊重 It is important to be respectful of the local culture and traditions when doing business. 在國外經商時,尊重(恭敬)當地的文化與傳統是很重要的。
2454. respective 分別的;各自 After the meeting, the department heads returned to their respective offices to begin work. 會議結束後,各部門主管回到各自的(分別的)辦公室開始工作。
2455. terminal cancer 癌症末期 The charity provides support and care for patients who are suffering from terminal cancer. 該慈善機構為患有癌症末期的患者提供支持與護理。
2456. philanthropy 慈善事業 The billionaire is well-known for his philanthropy and has donated millions to various. 這位億萬富翁以其慈善事業聞名,已向各種原因捐贈了數百萬美元。
2457. irregularity 不規則;違規 The internal audit discovered several serious financial irregularities in the department. 內部審核在該部門發現了幾項嚴重的財務不規則(違規)行為。
2458. fraudulent 詐欺的 The company was sued for making fraudulent claims about the effectiveness of its products. 該公司因對其產品有效性進行詐欺性聲明而面臨訴訟。
2459. as of 截至...為止 As of next month, all employees will be required to wear their identification badges at work. 從下個月開始(截至...為止),所有員工在工作時都必須佩戴識別證。
2460. kiosk 售貨亭 You can check in for your flight and print your boarding pass at the automated kiosk. 您可以在自動資訊站(售貨亭)辦理登機手續並列印登機證。
2461. observatory 天文台;觀景台 The city's highest skyscraper features a public observatory with stunning views of the area. 這座城市最高的摩天大樓設有一個公共觀景台,可以俯瞰該地區的美景。
2462. transition 過渡;轉變 The company is currently in a state of transition as it moves towards a more digital model. 公司目前正處於向數位化模式邁進的過渡(轉變)階段。
2463. farewell party 歡送會 The team organized a surprise farewell party for their manager who was retiring after thirty. 團隊為在公司服務三十年後即將退休的經理舉辦了一場驚喜歡送會。
2464. appliance 家用電器 The new kitchen is fully equipped with modern energy-efficient appliances and furniture. 新廚房配備了齊全的現代節能家用電器與家具。
2465. snail mail 傳統信件 Although email is faster, some legal documents still need to be sent via traditional snail mail. 雖然電子郵件更快,但有些法律文件仍需透過傳統信件(蝸牛郵件)寄送。
2466. spotty 品質不穩的 The company's customer service has been a bit spotty recently due to a lack of trained staff. 由於缺乏受過培訓的員工,公司近期的客戶服務品質有點不穩(充滿斑點)。
2467. hatred 仇恨 The long-standing hatred between the two rival companies has led to several legal battles. 兩家競爭對手公司之間長期的仇恨導致了幾場法律訴訟。
2468. cardiology 心臟科 The hospital's cardiology department is world-famous for its innovative heart surgery. 該醫院的心臟科以其創新的心臟手術而聞名於世。
2469. trifle 瑣事;少量 Please don't waste your time worrying about such a trifle when there are more important issues. 當有更重要的事情時,請不要把時間浪費在擔心這種瑣事上。
2470. trivial 瑣碎的;微不足 The manager's request was seen as being trivial and a waste of the team's valuable time. 經理的要求被認為是瑣碎的(微不足道的),且浪費了團隊寶貴的時間。
2471. excavator 挖土機 The construction crew used a large excavator to dig the foundation for the new office building. 施工人員使用大型挖土機為新辦公大樓挖掘地基。
2472. forklift 堆高機 Warehouse staff must be properly trained and certified before they can operate a forklift. 倉庫人員在操作堆高機前必須接受適當培訓並取得證照。
2473. aim for 瞄準;致力於 The startup decided to aim for a 20% increase in market share during its second year. 這家初創公司決定在第二年致力於(瞄準)增加 20% 的市場份額。
2474. aim at 針對;目的 The new marketing campaign is specifically aimed at attracting younger tech-savvy consumers. 新的行銷活動專門針對吸引更懂科技的年輕消費者。
2475. relevant 相關的 Please make sure to include all relevant documents and information with your application. 請務必在您的申請中包含所有相關文件與資訊。
2476. erect 建立;豎立 The city decided to erect a monument in the park to honor the famous local inventor. 城市決定在公園豎立(建立)一座紀念碑,以紀念當地的著名發明家。
2477. lean 傾斜;瘦的 The company adopted a lean manufacturing process to reduce waste and improve productivity. 公司採用了精益(精實/瘦的)生產流程,以減少浪費並提高生產力。
2478. tarmac 停機坪 The aircraft waited on the tarmac for several minutes before receiving permission to take off. 飛機在停機坪(柏油路)上等待了幾分鐘,才獲得起飛許可。
2479. economize 節約 During the economic recession, many families had to economize and reduce their spending. 在經濟衰退期間,許多家庭不得不節約並減少支出。
2480. adhere 黏附;堅持 The company's policies strictly adhere to the latest international safety regulations. 公司的政策嚴格遵守(堅持/黏附)最新的國際安全法規。
2481. adhered 堅持(過去式) The management team adhered to the original budget despite several unexpected costs. 儘管有幾項意外支出,管理團隊仍堅持原定預算。
2482. adherable 可黏附的 The new industrial glue is designed to be adherable to a wide variety of different surfaces. 這種新型工業膠水設計為可黏附於多種不同的表面。
2483. beckon 招手示意 The manager beckoned the assistant to enter the office and join the private meeting. 經理示意(招手)助理進入辦公室參加私人會議。
2484. credential 憑證;資歷 The HR manager spent the afternoon verifying the credentials of the top three candidates. 人資經理花了一個下午核實前三名應徵者的資歷(憑證)。
2485. recognition 公眾認可 Winning the industry award provided the small startup with much-needed public recognition. 贏得產業大獎為這家小初創公司提供了急需的公眾認可。
2486. recognition 認可;辨識 The company's new security system features advanced facial recognition technology. 公司新的安全系統採用了先進的面部辨識技術。
2487. sought after 受歡迎的 Skilled software engineers are currently very sought after in the competitive tech market. 在競爭激烈的科技市場中,熟練的軟體工程師目前非常受歡迎(被搶購)。
2488. what a shame 真可惜 What a shame that the project had to be cancelled due to a sudden lack of funding. 真可惜,專案竟然因為突然缺乏資金而不得不取消。
2489. labor dispute 勞資糾紛 The company faced a serious labor dispute following the decision to reduce staff benefits. 在決定削減員工福利後,公司面臨了一場嚴重的勞資糾紛。
2490. short-list 決選名單 The selection committee will narrow down the applications to a short-list of five. 遴選委員會將把申請縮減至一份五人的決選名單。
2491. allowance 津貼;零用錢 Many companies provide a monthly travel allowance to cover their employees' commuting. 許多公司提供每月的交通津貼,以支應員工的通勤費用。
2492. envision 想像;預想 The CEO envisions a future where the company is a world leader in sustainable technology. 執行長預想(想像)未來公司將成為永續技術領域的全球領導者。
2493. acquisition 收購;獲得 The successful acquisition of the competitor was a major milestone for the company. 成功收購競爭對手是公司的一個重大里程碑。
2494. fulfillment 實現;滿足感 She found a great sense of fulfillment in her new role as the head of the charity. 她在擔任慈善機構負責人的新職位中找到了巨大的成就感(滿足感)。
2495. fulfillment 訂單履行部門 The fulfillment department worked overtime to ensure that all orders were shipped on time. 訂單履行部門(出貨部)加班工作,以確保所有訂單準時寄出。
2496. ingeniously 巧妙地 The engineers ingeniously designed a way to use recycled plastic in the manufacturing. 工程師們巧妙地設計了一種在製造過程中使用再生塑料的方法。
2497. vanquish 擊敗;征服 The company's new product helped it to vanquish its rivals and dominate the market. 公司的新產品幫助它擊敗了對手並統治了市場。
2498. instantaneously 瞬間地 The new high-speed internet connection allows files to be downloaded almost instantaneously. 新的高速網路連接讓檔案幾乎可以瞬間下載完成。
2499. simultaneously 同時地 The new software allows several users to work on the same document simultaneously. 這款新軟體允許幾位用戶同時在同一份文件上工作。
2500. livelihood 生計 Many people in the coastal region depend on the fishing industry for their livelihood. 沿海地區的許多人依靠漁業維持生計。
2501. urban 都市的 The government is planning a major urban renewal project to improve the city center. 政府正計畫一項重大的都市更新專案,以改善市中心。
2502. topping 配料 You can choose from a wide variety of different toppings for your personalized pizza. 您可以為您的客製化披薩選擇多種不同的配料。
2503. eccentric 古怪的 The company's founder was known for his eccentric behavior and unique way of doing. 公司的創始人以其古怪的行為及獨特的經商方式而聞名。
2504. alternative 替代的;另類 We need to find an alternative source of funding for the project as soon as possible. 我們需要盡快為該專案尋找替代的資金來源。
2505. alteration 修改;改變 The architect made several minor alterations to the original design of the office. 建築師對辦公室的原設計進行了幾處微調(修改)。
2506. reassemble 重新組裝 The technician had to take the machine apart and then reassemble it to find the fault. 技術員不得不將機器拆開然後重新組裝,以找出故障所在。
2507. stomp 跺腳 The angry customer began to stomp his feet and demand a full refund for the product. 憤怒的顧客開始跺腳,並要求產品全額退款。
2508. drone 無人機 The company uses drones to deliver small packages to customers in remote rural areas. 公司使用無人機向偏遠農村地區的客戶運送小包裹。
2509. barter 以物易物 In the past, people often used a system of barter to exchange goods and services. 在過去,人們常使用以物易物系統來交換商品與服務。
2510. impost 關稅;稅金 The government decided to place a temporary impost on all imported electronic goods. 政府決定對所有進口電子產品徵收臨時關稅(稅金)。
2511. typical 典型的 A typical working day for a manager involves several meetings and a lot of emails. 經理典型的工作日包括幾場會議和大量電子郵件。
2512. adapt 適應;改編 Businesses need to be able to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and trends. 企業需要能夠快速適應不斷變化的市場條件與趨勢。
2513. adept 熟練的;內行 She is extremely adept at handling difficult customers and resolving complex issues. 她在處理奧客與解決複雜問題方面非常熟練(內行)。
2514. stroller 嬰兒推車 The shopping mall provides free strollers for parents who are visiting with young children. 購物中心為帶著幼童來訪的家長提供免費的嬰兒推車。
2515. compass 指南針;圓規 The hikers used a compass and a map to find their way through the dense mountain forest. 登山客使用指南針和地圖在茂密的森林中找路。
2516. dreary 沉悶的;枯燥 The team was becoming tired of the dreary and repetitive tasks they had to do every day. 團隊對每天必須做的沉悶(枯燥)且重複的任務感到厭煩。
2517. corporal 肉體的;下士 The law strictly prohibits the use of corporal punishment in schools and workplaces. 法律嚴格禁止在學校和職場使用體罰(肉體的懲罰)。
2518. arrogant 傲慢的 The manager's arrogant attitude towards his team members caused a lot of resentment. 經理對團隊成員傲慢的態度引起了許多不滿。
2519. beneficent 仁慈的;行善 The company's founder was a beneficent man who donated a lot of money to local schools. 公司的創始人是一位仁慈的人(行善者),向當地學校捐贈了大量資金。
2520. fainted 昏倒 The employee fainted in the office due to the extreme heat and lack of proper ventilation. 由於極度炎熱且缺乏通風,該員工在辦公室昏倒了。
2521. speculation 投機;推測 There has been a lot of speculation in the media regarding the company's future plans. 媒體對於公司的未來計畫有許多推測(或指投機)。
2522. unheeded 被忽視的 The safety warnings went unheeded, which eventually led to a serious accident in the factory. 安全警告被忽視了,這最終導致工廠發生了一起嚴重事故。
2523. freight 貨運;貨物 The company uses a combination of sea and air freight to transport its products globally. 公司採用海運與空運相結合的方式在全球範圍內運輸產品。
2524. dismiss 解雇;駁回 The manager decided to dismiss the employee for a serious breach of company policy. 經理決定因該員工嚴重違反公司政策而將其解雇(或指駁回)。
2525. give away 贈送;洩露 The company decided to give away free samples of its new product to attract customers. 公司決定贈送新產品的免費樣品以吸引客戶。
2526. discipline 應受紀律處分 Any employee who shares company secrets will be subject to strict discipline and dismissal. 任何分享公司秘密的員工都將受到嚴格的紀律處分與開除。
2527. approval 須經批准 All major business expenses must be subject to approval by the department head. 所有重大業務支出都必須經過部門主管批准。
2528. inconceivable 難以置信的 It was inconceivable to the team that the project could be finished so quickly and well. 對團隊來說,專案能如此快速且良好地完成簡直難以置信。
2529. no sooner 一...就... No sooner had the meeting started than the fire alarm began to ring loudly. 會議一開始,火警鈴聲就大作。
2530. popular 受...歡迎 The new flexible working policy is very popular with all the employees in the company. 新電活工作政策深受公司所有員工歡迎。
2531. marital status 婚姻狀況 You are not required to provide information about your marital status on the application. 您不需要在申請表上提供關於婚姻狀況的資訊。
2532. marital 婚姻的 The law includes strict regulations regarding the division of marital property during. 法律包含關於離婚期間婚姻財產分配的嚴格規定。
2533. collide with 與...碰撞 The small delivery truck accidentally collided with a parked car in the narrow street. 那輛小型快遞貨車在狹窄的街道上不小心與一輛停著的汽車碰撞。
2534. tedium 單調乏味 Working in a factory can often involve a lot of tedium and repetitive manual tasks. 在工廠工作通常涉及許多單調乏味且重複的手工任務。
2535. mulish 頑固的 The manager's mulish refusal to listen to any new ideas was a major obstacle for the team. 經理頑固(執拗)地拒絕聽取任何新想法,是團隊的一大障礙。
2536. normative 規範的;標準 The study aimed to establish normative standards for employee performance and behavior. 該研究旨在建立員工表現與行為的規範性標準。
2537. put up 建造;張貼 The company decided to put up a large new billboard to promote its latest product range. 公司決定建造(張貼)一個大型新廣告看板,以推廣其最新的產品系列。
2538. polish up 潤色;改進 You should polish up your presentation skills before you meet with the international board. 在與國際董事會見面前,你應該改進(潤色)你的簡報技巧。
2539. erection 建築物 The city celebrated the erection of the new bridge, which connects the two main districts. 這座城市慶祝連接兩個主要行政區的新大橋完工(建築物/直立)。
2540. superable 可克服的 Although the challenges were difficult, they were ultimately seen as being superable. 雖然挑戰很艱鉅,但最終被認為是可克服的。
2541. waved aside 揮手屏除 The manager waved aside the assistant's concerns and told her to continue with the task. 經理揮手屏除(不予理會)助理的擔憂,並叫她繼續執行任務。
2542. acknowledge 承認;告知 Please acknowledge receipt of this email by clicking the link and filling out the form. 請透過點擊連結並填寫表格來告知收到這封郵件(或指承認)。
2543. idly 懶散地 The workers were standing idly around the construction site, waiting for the materials. 工人們懶散地站在工地周圍,等待材料送達。
2544. impending 即將發生的 The company began to make preparations for the impending change in government policy. 公司開始為即將發生(通常指負面)的政府政策變動作準備。
2545. scenic 風景優美的 The train ride to the mountain resort offers many scenic views of the local landscape. 前往山區度假村的火車旅程提供了許多當地的優美風景。
2546. hang out with 與...閒晃 In his free time, he likes to hang out with his colleagues and watch professional sports. 在空閒時間,他喜歡與同事閒晃(廝混)並觀看職業運動比賽。
2547. go on a date 去約會 He asked his colleague out to go on a date at a fancy new restaurant in the city center. 他約同事去市中心的一家高檔新餐廳約會。
2548. epoch 紀元;時代 The invention of the internet marked the beginning of a new epoch in human communication. 網際網路的發明標誌著人類溝通新時代(紀元)的開始。
2549. commerce 商業 The city center has been a major hub for international commerce and trade for centuries. 幾個世紀以來,市中心一直是國際商業與貿易的主要樞紐。
2550. pass away 過世 We were very sorry to hear that the company's former CEO had passed away at eighty-five. 我們很遺憾聽到公司前執行長以 85 歲高齡過世。
2551. slyly 狡猾地 The salesman slyly avoided answering the customer's question about the product's price. 業務員狡猾地(偷偷地)避開了顧客關於產品價格的問題。
2552. lodging 寄宿;住所 The company provided free lodging for all of its employees during the annual conference. 公司在年會期間為所有員工提供免費住所。
2553. lodgings 租賃的房間 He found some cheap lodgings near the university while he was studying for his degree. 他在攻讀學位期間,在大學附近找到了一些廉價的租賃房間。
2554. vent 通風口;發洩 The employee decided to vent his frustration about the new policy during the meeting. 該員工決定在會議上發洩(或指通風口)他對新政策的挫折感。
2555. handcraft 手工藝品 The local market features a variety of beautiful handcrafts made by local artisans. 當地市場展示了由當地工匠製作的各種美麗手工藝品。
2556. artistic 藝術的 The new marketing campaign features a lot of beautiful and artistic photography and design. 新的行銷活動包含了許多美麗且具藝術感的攝影與設計。
2557. expectation 期待 The company's financial performance last year exceeded all analyst expectations and goals. 公司去年的財務表現超出了所有分析師的期待與目標。
2558. hall 大廳;走廊 The annual dinner was held in the large banquet hall of the most expensive hotel in town. 年會是在鎮上最昂貴飯店的大型宴會廳(大廳)舉行的。
2559. exaggerate 誇張;誇大 You shouldn't exaggerate your achievements on your resume as it can lead to problems later. 你不應該在履歷上誇大(誇張)你的成就,因為這可能會導致後續的問題。
2560. morality 道德 The study explores the relationship between business ethics, morality, and profitability. 該研究探討了商業倫理、道德與獲利能力之間的關係。
2561. apparent 明顯的;表面 It became apparent that the project was not going to be finished on time without more staff. 很明顯(明顯的),如果不增加人手,專案將無法準時完成。
2562. pacify 安撫;平定 The manager tried to pacify the angry customer by offering a full refund and a discount. 經理試圖透過提供全額退款與折扣來安撫(平定)憤怒的顧客。
2563. approachable 平易近人的 The new CEO is very approachable and encourages employees to share their ideas and. 新任執行長非常平易近人,並鼓勵員工分享他們的想法。
2564. express 表達;快遞 If you need the documents to arrive by tomorrow, you should use an express delivery service. 如果你需要文件明天寄達,你應該使用快遞服務(或指表達/直達)。
2565. towering 高聳的;傑出 The new office building is a towering structure that can be seen from miles away. 新辦公大樓是一座高聳的建築,幾英里外都能看見。
2566. descender 下降物 In typography, a descender is the part of a letter that goes below the baseline of a line. 在字體排印中,下伸部(下降物)是字母低於基準線的部分。
2567. trickery 欺騙;詭計 The company was accused of using clever trickery to hide its true financial position. 該公司被指控使用巧妙的詭計(欺騙)來隱瞞其真實財務狀況。
2568. be fond of 喜歡 He is very fond of his work and often stays late in the office to finish his projects. 他非常喜歡(喜愛)他的工作,經常在辦公室加班完成專案。
2569. take pity on 同情 The manager decided to take pity on the employee and give him a second chance to improve. 經理決定同情那位員工,並給他第二次改進的機會。
2570. locomotive 火車頭 The museum features several historical locomotives that were used in the nineteenth century. 博物館展示了幾台在十九世紀使用的歷史火車頭。
2571. astonish 使驚訝 The success of the small startup managed to astonish even the most experienced investors. 這家小初創公司的成功甚至讓最資深的投資者感到驚訝。
2572. sake 為了...的緣故 For the sake of the environment, the company decided to reduce its use of plastic packaging. 為了(...的緣故)環境,公司決定減少塑膠包裝的使用。
2573. coffin 棺材 The discovery of the ancient king's coffin was a major archaeological breakthrough in the. 發現古代國王的棺材是該地區考古學上的一大突破。
2574. shoving 推擠 There was a lot of pushing and shoving in the crowd as everyone tried to enter the store. 當大家都試圖進入商店時,人群中發生了許多推擠。
2575. consist 組成;在於 The company's marketing team consists of five designers, three writers, and a manager. 公司的行銷團隊由五名設計師、三名撰稿人及一名經理組成。
2576. puff on 吸(菸、氣) He sat quietly in his office and continued to puff on his cigar while he thought about. 他靜靜地坐在辦公室裡,一邊吸著雪茄一邊思考。
2577. puff 一陣;泡芙 A sudden puff of wind blew several important papers off the manager's desk and onto floor. 一陣(風、煙)突然吹過,將幾份重要文件從經理桌上吹到地板上。
2578. sly 狡猾的 The manager gave a sly smile when he heard about the competitor's recent failure. 當經理聽說競爭對手最近的失敗時,露出了狡猾的微笑。
2579. ambiguity 模稜兩可 There was a lot of ambiguity in the contract regarding the division of future profits. 合約中關於未來利潤分配的規定存在許多模稜兩可(歧義)之處。
2580. ambiguous 模糊不清的 The meaning of the new regulation remains ambiguous and requires further explanation. 新規定的含義仍然模糊不清,需要進一步解釋。
2581. apprentice 學徒 He started his career as an apprentice in a small printing company many years ago. 多年前,他在一家小型印刷公司以學徒身分開始他的職業生涯。
2582. as well as 以及 The company provides health insurance as well as a generous retirement plan for all staff. 公司為所有員工提供醫療保險以及優厚的退休計畫。
2583. stationery 文具 You can find all the necessary stationery and office supplies in the storage room on second. 您可以在二樓儲藏室找到所有必要的文具與辦公用品。
2584. stationary 靜止的;固定 The exercise bike is stationary, so you can use it to stay fit without leaving your home. 健身車是靜止的(固定的),所以你可以用它在不離開家的情況下保持健康。
2585. jubilant 歡欣鼓舞的 The team was jubilant after hearing that they had finally won the major contract. 聽說他們終於標到那份大合約後,團隊歡欣鼓舞。
2586. abstracted 出神的;抽象 He had an abstracted look on his face as he thought about the complex technical problem. 當他思考那個複雜的技術問題時,臉上露出出神(或指抽象)的表情。
2587. boast of 誇耀 The company likes to boast of its many environmental achievements and green initiatives. 公司喜歡誇耀其許多環保成就與綠色倡議。
2588. amplify on 詳述 Could you please amplify on your reasons for choosing this particular marketing strategy? 能請您詳述選擇這種特定行銷策略的原因嗎?
2589. cheque 支票 Please make sure that you sign the cheque correctly before you give it to the supplier. 在將支票交給供應商前,請務必正確簽署。
2590. opposite 相反的;對面 The new office building is located on the opposite side of the street from the park. 新辦公大樓位於公園對面(或指相反的)。
2591. opponent 對手 The company is currently facing strong competition from several major international opponents. 該公司目前面臨來自幾家主要國際對手的強烈競爭。
2592. disease 疾病 The organization is working hard to find a cure for this rare and deadly disease. 該組織正努力尋找這種罕見且致命疾病的治療方法。
2593. crane 丹頂鶴;神鶴 The sacred crane is a symbol of long life and happiness in many East Asian cultures. 丹頂鶴(神鶴)在許多東亞文化中是長壽與幸福的象徵。
2594. dedication 敬業精神 Her professional dedication and hard work allowed her to be promoted to manager quickly. 她的敬業精神與努力讓她很快被晉升為經理。
2595. decision 決定 The board of directors will make the final decision regarding the company's expansion plans. 董事會將對公司的擴張計畫做出最終決定。
2596. fiscal deficit 財政赤字 The government is struggling to reduce the country's growing fiscal deficit and debt. 政府正努力減少國家日益增長的財政赤字與債務。
2597. fiscal 財政的;會計 The company's fiscal year ends on December 31st, and the annual report will be released. 公司的會計年度(財政年度)於 12 月 31 日結束,屆時將發布年報。
2598. defaulter 違約者;拖欠 The bank took legal action against the defaulter who failed to pay back the loan on time. 銀行對未能準時償還貸款的拖欠者(違約者)採取了法律行動。
2599. designated 指定人 All visitors must be accompanied by a designated person while they are inside the building. 所有訪客在建築物內必須由一名指定人陪同。
2600. battalion 營;大群 The general ordered the battalion to move forward and take a position near the river. 將軍命令部隊(營/大群)前進並在河邊佔領位置。
2601. ordinary 普通的 It was just an ordinary working day until the CEO arrived for an unexpected visit. 在執行長突然到訪之前,這只是一個普通的工作日。
2602. sewage disposal 污水處理 The city is investing in a new sewage disposal plant to improve water quality. 該城市正投資興建一座新的污水處理廠以改善水質。
2603. sewage 污水 Proper management of industrial sewage is essential for protecting the environment. 妥善管理工業污水對於保護環境至關重要。
2604. expression 表情;表達 The look of shock on his face was a clear expression of his surprise at the news. 他臉上驚駭的神情清楚地表達了他對這則消息的驚訝。
2605. fumes 煙霧;有害氣體 Exhaust fumes from the heavy traffic in the city center are causing serious pollution. 市中心繁忙交通排放的廢氣(煙霧)正造成嚴重的污染。
2606. appraisal 評估;評價 Every employee receives an annual performance appraisal to discuss their progress. 每位員工每年都會接受績效評估,以討論他們的進展。
2607. evacuation 排便 The doctor explained that regular bowel evacuation is important for maintaining health. 醫生解釋說,規律的排便對於維持健康很重要。
2608. expiration 到期;呼氣 Please check the expiration date on your insurance policy to ensure that it is valid. 請檢查您保險單的到期日,以確保其有效。
2609. aspiration 抱負;渴望 She has high career aspirations and hopes to become a senior partner in the law firm. 她有很高的職業抱負,希望能成為法律事務所的高級合夥人。
2610. cut back on 削減;減少 Due to the budget deficit, the company had to cut back on its spending on advertising. 由於預算赤字,公司不得不削減其在廣告上的支出。
2611. mesmerize 迷住;催眠 The audience was completely mesmerized by the beautiful and talented young singer. 觀眾完全被那位美麗且有才華的年輕歌手迷住了。
2612. formation water 地層水 Formation water is often produced as a byproduct during the extraction of oil and gas. 地層水通常是在石油與天然氣開採過程中產生的副產品。
2613. overhear 無意中聽到 I accidentally managed to overhear a conversation between the manager and her assistant. 我不小心(無意中)聽到了經理與其助理之間的對話。
2614. splash 潑濺;水花 The heavy rain caused several large splashes of water against the office windows. 大雨導致大量水花潑濺在辦公室的窗戶上。
2615. haste 匆忙 In his haste to catch the train, he accidentally left his briefcase on the station. 在匆忙趕火車的過程中,他不小心把公事包留在車站了。
2616. draw up 草擬;停下 The legal department will draw up a formal contract for the new business partnership. 法律部門將為新的業務合作關係草擬一份正式合約。
2617. futurity 未來;來世 The philosopher's new book explores the concept of futurity and the fate of humanity. 這位哲學家的新書探討了未來的概念以及人類的命運。
2618. hollow 中空的;空洞 The manager's promises of a salary increase felt hollow after the company's failure. 在公司失敗後,經理加薪的承諾顯得空洞(無效)。
2619. hallow 視為神聖 The ancient ruins are seen as a hallow site by the local people and are protected. 這些古代遺址被當地人視為神聖之地(使神聖)並受到保護。
2620. floodlight 探照燈 The stadium was lit by powerful floodlights for the international football match. 體育場由強力的泛光燈(探照燈)照亮,以進行國際足球賽。
2621. implicit consent 默許 By continuing to use the service, you are giving your implicit consent to the terms. 透過繼續使用該服務,即表示您對這些條款給予了默許。
2622. fraction 分數;小部分 The cost of the new office building was only a fraction of the original budget. 新辦公大樓的成本僅佔原預算的一小部分(或指分數)。
2623. precaution 預防措施 As a precaution, we have decided to install a new security system in the laboratory. 作為預防措施,我們決定在實驗室安裝一套新的安全系統。
2624. whim 突發奇想 He decided to resign from his job on a whim, without having another position lined up. 他一時興起(突發奇想)決定辭職,卻沒有找好下一個職位。
2625. inner city 舊城區 The government is launching a new initiative to provide more jobs in the inner city. 政府正發起一項新倡議,以在舊城區(通常指貧困區)提供更多工作。
2626. trauma 創傷 The survivors of the earthquake suffered from severe emotional and physical trauma. 地震的倖存者遭受了嚴重的身心創傷。
2627. autonomy 自治權;自主 The local branch has a high level of autonomy and can make its own business decisions. 當地分部擁有高度的自主權,可以自行制定業務決策。
2628. interference 干擾;干涉 The local government was criticized for its unnecessary interference in the market. 當地政府因其對市場不必要的干涉而受到批評。
2629. handcuffs 手銬 The police officer placed the suspect in handcuffs and led him away to the station. 警察給嫌犯戴上手銬並將他帶回警局。
2630. isolation ward 隔離病房 Patients with highly contagious diseases are kept in a specialized isolation ward. 患有高度傳染性疾病的患者被安置在專門的隔離病房。
2631. ward 病房 She spent two weeks in the children's ward while she was recovering from surgery. 在手術康復期間,她在兒童病房度過了兩週。
2632. drastically 劇烈地 The company had to reduce its staff drastically following the sudden market crash. 在市場突然崩盤後,公司不得不劇烈地裁員。
2633. means 手段;方法 The internet provides a fast and effective means of communicating with customers. 網際網路提供了一種快速且有效的方法(手段)與客戶溝通。
2634. snack 點心 The office provides healthy snacks like fruit and nuts for employees to enjoy. 辦公室為員工提供水果和堅果等健康點心。
2635. snake The hikers were warned to be careful of venomous snakes while they were in the forest. 登山客被警告在森林裡要小心毒蛇。
2636. evict 驅逐 The landlord decided to evict the tenants because they had failed to pay the rent. 房東決定驅逐佃戶(房客),因為他們沒付房租。
2637. insider 內部人士 The journalist managed to get information from an insider at the tech company. 記者成功從這家科技公司的內部人士那裡獲得了資訊。
2638. litigation 訴訟 The two companies have been involved in a long and expensive legal litigation for years. 這兩家公司多年來一直捲入一場漫長且昂貴的法律訴訟中。
2639. latent period 潛伏期 The latent period of the disease can last for several weeks before symptoms appear. 該疾病的潛伏期在症狀出現前可持續數週。
2640. legacy 遺產;遺留物 The former CEO left a legacy of innovation and excellence that the company continues. 前任執行長留下了創新與卓越的遺贈(遺留物),公司將其延續下去。
2641. bequest 遺贈;遺產 He left a large bequest to the university to support research in the field of science. 他留下了一大筆遺贈(遺產)給大學,以支持科學領域的研究。
2642. improper 不適當的 The manager was criticized for his improper behavior towards several junior employees. 經理因其對幾名初級員工的不適當行為而受到批評。
2643. liaison 聯絡人 She acts as a liaison between the company and its various international partners. 她擔任公司與各個國際合作夥伴之間的聯絡人(聯絡)。
2644. admit 承認;准許 The company finally decided to admit that its initial marketing campaign had failed. 公司最終決定承認其最初的行銷活動已經失敗。
2645. logicality 邏輯性 The professor praised the logicality and clarity of the student's final business report. 教授稱讚了該學生最終商務報告的邏輯性與清晰度。
2646. modernity 現代性 The new office building's design reflects the company's commitment to modernity. 新辦公大樓的設計反映了公司對現代性的承諾。
2647. significance 重要性;意義 The signing of the international trade agreement is of great significance to the. 簽署國際貿易協定對經濟發展具有重大意義。
2648. consist of 由...組成 The new research team will consist of experts from several different universities. 新研究團隊將由來自幾所不同大學的專家組成。
2649. compulsory 強制性的 In many countries, it is compulsory for all children to attend school until sixteen. 在許多國家,所有兒童在 16 歲之前接受義務(強制性)教育。
2650. temptation 誘惑 The manager struggled to resist the temptation to check his emails during his vacation. 經理在度假期間努力抵制查看郵件的誘惑。
2651. young prostitution 未成年賣淫 The government is taking strict measures to combat young prostitution and child abuse. 政府正採取嚴格措施打擊未成年賣淫(雛妓)與虐童行為。
2652. binge-watch 追劇 During the long holiday weekend, many people decided to binge-watch their favorite. 在長假期間,許多人決定一口氣追完(瘋狂觀看)他們最喜歡的影集。
2653. proclaim 宣告;公佈 The company decided to proclaim its new mission statement to all its staff and customers. 公司決定向所有員工與客戶宣告其新的使命宣言。
2654. proclamation 公告;宣言 The mayor issued a formal proclamation declaring the first Monday of May as local. 市長發布了正式公告(宣言),宣佈 5 月的第一個星期一為當地節日。
2655. preventative 預防的 Regular health check-ups and a balanced diet are important preventative measures. 定期健檢與均衡飲食是重要的預防性(預防的)措施。
2656. preventive 預防的 The company implemented new preventive maintenance schedules to reduce machine. 公司實施了新的預防性維護計畫,以減少機器故障。
2657. minor premise 小前提 In logic, the minor premise is the second part of a syllogism that leads to a conclusion. 在邏輯學中,小前提是推導出結論的三段論的第二部分。
2658. reflection 倒影;反省 The beautiful sunset created a stunning reflection on the surface of the calm lake. 美麗的夕陽在平靜的湖面上留下了迷人的倒影(或指反省/反射)。
2659. luggage 行李 Please make sure to keep your luggage with you at all times while you are in the airport. 在機場期間,請務必隨身攜帶您的行李。
2660. negligible 微不足道的 The impact of the small price increase was seen as being negligible by most customers. 大多數客戶認為微幅調漲價格的影響是微不足道的(可忽略的)。
2661. presence 存在;出席 The company's strong online presence helped it to attract many new and younger. 公司強大的網路存在感(形象)有助於吸引許多新且年輕的客戶。
2662. shortfall 短缺;差額 The company faced a significant budget shortfall due to the unexpected rise in cost. 由於意外的成本上升,公司面臨了嚴重的預算短缺(差額)。
2663. detention 拘留;課後留校 The suspect was held in detention for several hours while the police conducted their. 在警察進行調查期間,嫌犯被拘留了幾個小時(或指留校察看)。
2664. retention 保留;記憶力 The new training program focused on improving employee retention and job satisfaction. 新的培訓計畫專注於提高員工留任率(保留)與工作滿意度。
2665. irrelevant 不相關的 The manager dismissed the assistant's comments as being irrelevant to the discussion. 經理認為助理的評論與討論不相關,因此不予理會。
2666. midwife 助產士 The midwife provided expert care and support for the mother during the birth of her. 助產士在母親分娩期間提供了專業的照護與支持。
2667. descendant 後代 He is a direct descendant of the famous local businessman who founded the company. 他是創立該公司的當地著名商人的直系後代。
2668. encumbered 負擔著... The company was heavily encumbered with debt and struggled to survive the recession. 公司負擔著沉重的債務,在經濟衰退中掙扎求生。
2669. abridge 刪節;縮短 The editor decided to abridge the long report to make it more readable for the public. 編輯決定刪節(縮短)這份長篇報告,使其對大眾更具可讀性。
2670. intend 打算;意圖 We intend to launch the new product range internationally early next year. 我們打算在明年年初於國際市場推出新的產品系列。
2671. dilemma 困境 The manager faced a difficult dilemma when he had to choose between two top candidates. 當經理必須在兩名頂尖應徵者中做出選擇時,他面臨了兩難的困境。
2672. appalling 糟糕的 The living conditions in the inner city were described as being absolutely appalling. 舊城區的居住條件被描述為極其糟糕(駭人聽聞的)。
2673. wondering 疑惑的 She had a wondering look on her face as she tried to understand the complex situation. 當她試圖理解這個複雜的情況時,臉上露出了疑惑的表情。
2674. make-up class 補課 The university scheduled a make-up class for the students who missed the lecture. 大學為錯過講座的學生安排了一堂補課。
2675. change off 輪流 The security guards change off every eight hours to ensure that someone is always on. 保全人員每八小時輪班一次(輪流),以確保隨時有人值班。
2676. phenomenon 現象 The sudden rise in online shopping is a global phenomenon that is changing the market. 網路購物的突然興起是一種正在改變市場的全球現象。
2677. phenomenal 非凡的;驚人 The company's growth over the past five years has been absolutely phenomenal and fast. 公司過去五年的成長絕對是非凡的(驚人的)且快速。
2678. pandemic 大流行病 The global pandemic had a major impact on international travel and the global economy. 全球大流行病對國際旅遊與全球經濟產生了重大影響。
2679. heave 舉起;起伏 The workers had to heave the heavy boxes onto the truck by hand as the machine broke. 由於機器故障,工人們不得不手動將沉重的箱子舉起(投擲/起伏)到卡車上。
2680. survival 生存;倖存 The small company's survival depended on its ability to find a new source of funding. 這家小公司的生存取決於其尋找新資金來源的能力。
2681. amend 修改;修訂 The legal team decided to amend the contract to include a new clause regarding safety. 法律團隊決定修訂合約,加入關於安全的新條款。
2682. amende 賠償;賠禮 The company was ordered to pay a large amende to the customers who were affected by. 公司被命令向受影響的客戶支付巨額賠償(賠禮)。
2683. extrovert 外向的人 He is a natural extrovert who enjoys meeting new people and sharing his business ideas. 他天生是個外向的人,喜歡結識新朋友並分享他的商務想法。
2684. introvert 內向的人 Although he is an introvert, he is very successful in his role as a senior researcher. 雖然他是個內向的人,但他在高級研究員的職位上非常成功。
2685. palm 手掌;棕櫚樹 The beautiful beach was lined with tall palm trees and professional luxury resorts. 美麗的海灘旁排滿了高大的棕櫚樹(手掌)與專業的豪華度假村。
2686. repayment 償還 The bank agreed to a flexible repayment plan for the small business loan and credit. 銀行同意為該小企業貸款提供靈活的償還計畫。
2687. impawn 典當;抵押 He had to impawn several valuable items of jewelry to get the money he needed. 他不得不典當(抵押)幾件價值不菲的珠寶以獲取所需的資金。
2688. redeem 贖回;兌換 You can redeem your reward points for a variety of different products and services. 您可以用獎勵積分兌換(贖回/救贖)多種不同的產品與服務。
2689. demand deposit 活期存款 A demand deposit account allows you to withdraw your money at any time without notice. 活期存款帳戶允許您隨時提款而無需事先通知。
2690. chicane 詭計;欺騙 The company was accused of using legal chicane to avoid paying its full amount of tax. 該公司被指控使用法律詭計(欺騙)來規避全額稅款。
2691. fiction 小說;虛構 Many business leaders enjoy reading historical fiction in their free and personal time. 許多商界領袖喜歡在閒暇時間閱讀歷史小說(虛構)。
2692. prostitution 賣淫 The local police are working hard to combat the growth of illegal prostitution in city. 當地警察正努力打擊城市內非法賣淫活動的增長。
2693. mandate 授權;命令 The new government has a clear mandate to improve the country's public transport system. 新政府獲得了明確的授權(命令)來改善國家的公共運輸系統。
2694. arrest 逮捕 The police managed to arrest the suspect just a few hours after the robbery occurred. 搶劫發生後僅幾小時,警察就成功逮捕了嫌犯。
2695. arresting 引人注意的 The company's new advertisement features an arresting image that immediately caught. 公司的新廣告採用了一張引人注意的(迷人的)圖片,立即吸引了大家的目光。
2696. uncompassionate 無同情心的 The manager's uncompassionate response to the employee's personal issues was criticized. 經理對員工個人問題無同情心的(不留情的)回應受到了批評。
2697. compassion 同情;憐憫 The organization provides care and compassion for those who are suffering from poverty. 該組織為遭受貧困折磨的人們提供關懷與同情(憐憫)。
2698. snob 勢利眼 The manager was seen as a pretentious snob who only cared about money and status. 經理被視為一個自命不凡的勢利眼,只關心金錢與地位。
2699. appropriate 適當的;挪用 It is important to use appropriate language and behavior when you are in a meeting. 在會議中,使用適當的語言與行為是很重要的(或指挪用)。
2700. complaint 抱怨;投訴 The company's customer service department handles hundreds of complaints every day. 公司的客戶服務部門每天處理數百件投訴(抱怨)。
2701. patron 贊助人;老主顧 The museum is looking for wealthy patrons to support its new historical exhibition. 博物館正尋找富有的贊助人來支持其新的歷史展覽。
2702. trade-in 舊換新折價 The car dealership offers a generous trade-in allowance for your old vehicle. 汽車經銷商為您的舊車提供優厚的舊換新折價津貼。
2703. particular 特定的;挑剔 She is very particular about the quality of the coffee she drinks every morning. 她對每天早上喝的咖啡品質非常挑剔(特定的)。
2704. conversion 轉換;改變信仰 The conversion of the old warehouse into a modern office space was a major project. 將舊倉庫轉換為現代辦公空間是一項重大工程。
2705. relegation 降級;貶謫 The team faced relegation to a lower league after a series of disappointing losses. 在經歷了一系列令人失望的失敗後,球隊面臨被降級到較低聯賽的命運。
2706. demote 降級 The manager decided to demote the employee following a serious breach of safety. 經理決定在發生嚴重安全違規後,將該員工降級。
2707. demotion 降級 The employee was very upset about his demotion and decided to look for a new job. 該員工對自己的降級感到非常沮喪,決定尋找新工作。
2708. qualified 有資格的;合格 You will need to be a fully qualified accountant to apply for this senior position. 您需要是完全合格的會計師才能申請這個高級職位。
2709. absence 缺席;不在 During his absence, the assistant manager will be responsible for all daily operations. 在他缺席(不在)期間,副理將負責所有的日常營運。
2710. absent 缺席的 Several key members of the team were absent from the meeting due to a flu outbreak. 由於流感爆發,團隊中的幾位關鍵成員缺席了會議。
2711. poach 挖角 The competitor tried to poach our top software engineer by offering a higher salary. 競爭對手試圖透過提供更高的薪水來挖角我們的頂尖軟體工程師。
2712. napkin 餐巾 Please make sure to place a fresh linen napkin at every setting for the formal dinner. 請務必在正式晚宴的每個位置上擺放乾淨的亞麻餐巾。
2713. dispenser 分配器 The office has several water dispensers located throughout the building for staff. 辦公大樓遍布幾台飲水機(分配器)供員工使用。
2714. metropolitan 大都會的 The company's headquarters is located in the heart of a large metropolitan area. 公司總部位於一個大型大都會區的中心地帶。
2716. accident 意外事故 The safety report concluded that the fire was a tragic accident caused by faulty. 安全報告總結說,這場火災是由於故障引起的悲慘意外事故。
2717. incident 事件 The police are currently investigating a serious incident that occurred at the factory. 警察目前正在調查工廠內發生的一起嚴重事件。
2718. strike 罷工;打擊 The workers decided to go on strike to demand better working conditions and pay. 工人們決定進行罷工,以要求更好的工作條件與薪資。
2719. stroke 中風;撫摸 The elderly businessman suffered a stroke and was taken to the hospital for treatment. 那位年邁的商人中風了,被送往醫院治療(或指一筆/撫摸)。
2720. analyze 分析 Analysts spend their days trying to analyze market trends and consumer behavior. 分析師整天努力分析市場趨勢與消費者行為。
2721. analyse 分析 The research team will analyse the data collected from the survey to find patterns. 研發團隊將分析從調查中收集的數據以找出模式(英式拼法)。
2722. snack on 吃點心 It's healthy to snack on fresh fruit and nuts throughout the day instead of candy. 整天吃(以...為點心)新鮮水果與堅果,而不是糖果,是很健康的。
2723. advertise 廣告;宣傳 The company spent millions to advertise its new product line on television and online. 公司花了數百萬美元在電視與網路上宣傳其新產品系列。
2724. afforest 造林 The government launched a new project to afforest the barren hills and protect the. 政府發起了一項新計畫,在荒山上造林並保護環境。
2725. logistics 物流;後勤 The success of the international operation depended on the efficiency of its logistics. 國際行動的成功取決於其物流(後勤)的效率。
2726. braced 準備好的 The team was braced for a difficult meeting with the board regarding the budget. 團隊已為與董事會就預算問題進行艱難會議做好了準備(加固的)。
2727. hit the sack 睡覺 After a long and exhausting day at work, he was ready to finally hit the sack. 在漫長且筋疲力竭的工作後,他終於準備好去睡覺了。
2728. furious 憤怒的 The manager was furious when he found out that the project had been delayed again. 當經理發現專案再次延誤時,他非常憤怒。
2729. newsstand 報攤 You can buy a variety of international newspapers and magazines at the newsstand. 您可以在報攤買到多種國際報紙與雜誌。
2730. radiator 暖氣片 The office was very cold this morning because the radiator in the corner was broken. 今天早上辦公室很冷,因為角落的暖氣片壞了。
2731. clad 穿著...的 The workers were clad in protective clothing while they were handling the chemicals. 工人們在處理化學品時穿著防護服(覆蓋著)。
2732. by degrees 逐漸地 The company's financial position began to improve by degrees over the following year. 在接下來的一年裡,公司的財務狀況開始逐漸(一步步地)改善。
2733. decayed tooth 蛀牙 Regular dental check-ups can help to prevent serious problems like a decayed tooth. 定期牙科檢查有助於預防蛀牙等嚴重問題。
2734. anthem 頌歌 The choir performed a beautiful anthem during the company's annual awards ceremony. 合唱團在公司的年度頒獎典禮上演唱了一首美麗的頌歌。
2735. national anthem 國歌 Everyone stood up respectfully as the national anthem was played before the game. 比賽前演奏國歌時,每個人都恭敬地起立。
2736. concentrate 專心;濃縮 It can be very difficult to concentrate on your work in a noisy and crowded office. 在嘈雜擁擠的辦公室裡,很難專心工作。
2737. fled 逃跑 The suspect fled the scene of the crime before the police managed to arrive. 在警察趕到之前,嫌犯已經逃離(逃跑)現場。
2738. incidentally 順便一提 Incidentally, I managed to meet with the new client during my trip to New York. 順便一提,我在紐約出差期間成功見到了那位新客戶。
2739. appointed 指定的;約定 The board of directors appointed a new CEO to lead the company through the crisis. 董事會指定了一位新任執行長,帶領公司度過危機。
2740. rocking chair 搖椅 He likes to sit in his old wooden rocking chair and read the business news every evening. 他喜歡每天晚上坐在他的舊木頭搖椅上閱讀商務新聞。
2741. protester 抗議者 A group of protesters gathered outside the company's headquarters to voice their. 一群抗議者聚集在公司總部外,表達他們的不滿。
2742. contestant 參賽者 Every contestant in the business competition had to present a detailed business plan. 商務競賽的每位參賽者都必須提交一份詳細的企劃書。
2743. sloppy 草率的;邋遢 The manager was very unhappy with the sloppy and unprofessional work of the new intern. 經理對新實習生草率(邋遢)且不專業的工作感到非常不滿。
2744. accustom 使習慣 It can take some time to accustom yourself to a new working environment and routine. 使自己習慣新的工作環境與流程可能需要一段時間。
2745. country 國家;鄉村 The company is planning to expand its operations to several different countries. 公司計畫將其業務擴展到幾個不同的國家。
2746. canister 金屬罐 The tea and coffee are stored in airtight metal canisters in the office kitchen. 茶葉與咖啡存放在辦公室廚房的氣密金屬罐裡。
2747. captain 隊長;機長 The captain of the aircraft announced that there would be a short delay due to weather. 機長(隊長/船長)宣佈由於天氣原因,將會有短暫的延誤。
2748. sergeant 中士;警官 The police sergeant ordered the officers to begin a thorough search of the area. 警察警官(中士)命令警員開始對該區域進行徹底搜尋。
2749. contend 競爭;主張 Several major companies are currently contending for the lucrative new government. 幾家主要公司目前正在競爭這份利潤豐厚的政府新合約。
2750. leash 牽繩;束縛 In the city, all dogs must be kept on a leash while they are in public parks and areas. 在城市裡,所有狗在公園與公共場所都必須繫上牽繩(束縛)。
2751. harmonize 協調;配和聲 The interior designer worked hard to harmonize the colors and furniture in the office. 室內設計師努力協調(配合)辦公室內的顏色與家具。
2752. somehow 不知何故 Somehow, the team managed to finish the project on time despite the many challenges. 不知何故,儘管面臨許多挑戰,團隊還是成功準時完成了專案。
2753. rascal 流氓;淘氣鬼 He was known as a bit of a rascal in his youth, but he grew up to be a successful CEO. 他年輕時被認為有點淘氣(流氓),但長大後成為了一位成功的執行長。
2754. bully 霸凌;惡霸 The company has a zero-tolerance policy towards anyone who tries to bully their staff. 公司對任何試圖霸凌(威脅)員工的人採取零容忍政策。
2755. bolt 門閂;逃跑 Please make sure to slide the bolt across the door before you leave the building. 離開建築物前,請務必將門閂插上(或指逃跑/螺栓)。
2756. bribery 賄賂 The businessman was arrested and charged with bribery and corruption in the market. 那位商人因在市場上的賄賂與貪腐行為被捕並起訴。
2757. allegation 指控 The company strongly denied the allegations of financial fraud and misconduct. 公司強烈否認財務詐欺與行為不端的指控(未經證實的)。
2758. allergy 過敏 Please inform the catering staff if you have a food allergy before the annual dinner. 若您對食物過敏,請在年會晚宴前告知餐飲人員。
2759. complainant 投訴者 The complainant filed a formal legal report regarding the safety issues at the factory. 投訴者(原告)提交了一份關於工廠安全問題的正式法律報告。
2760. massive 巨大的 The sudden collapse of the bridge was a massive disaster that affected the city. 橋樑的突然倒塌是一場影響整座城市的巨大災難。
2761. clot 凝塊;凝結 A blood clot in the brain can lead to a serious stroke and require immediate surgery. 腦部血塊(凝塊)會導致嚴重中風,需要立即手術。
2762. colt 小公馬;新手 The young intern felt like a bit of a colt as he began his first day at the company. 那位年輕實習生在公司上班的第一天,感覺自己像個新手(小公馬)。
2763. influenza 流行性感冒 Every winter, the company offers free influenza vaccinations for all of its employees. 每年冬天,公司都為所有員工提供免費的流行性感冒疫苗接種。
2764. epidemic 傳染病 The health department is working hard to prevent a major epidemic of the new virus. 衛生部門正努力防止這種新病毒的大規模流行(傳染病)。
2765. seized 查獲;抓住 The customs officers seized a large shipment of illegal electronic goods at the port. 海關官員在港口查獲(抓住)了一大批非法電子產品。
2766. thesis 論文;論點 She spent months researching and writing her doctoral thesis on international economics. 她花了數月研究並撰寫關於國際經濟學的博士論文。
2767. torpedo 魚雷 The submarine fired a torpedo at the target during the military training exercise. 潛艇在軍事演習期間向目標發射了一枚魚雷。
2768. succeed 成功;繼承 The deputy manager was chosen to succeed the CEO after her retirement later this year. 副理被選中在執行長今年晚些時候退休後繼任(繼承/成功)。
2769. clothe 給...穿衣 The charity works to provide food and clothe for the homeless people in the inner city. 該慈善機構致力於為舊城區的無家可歸者提供食物與衣服(給...穿衣)。
2770. throne 王位;御座 The history book describes the king's long struggle to defend his throne and kingdom. 這本歷史書描述了國王為保衛王位(御座)與王國所進行的長期鬥爭。
2771. garage 車庫;修車廠 He decided to park his new car in the garage to protect it from the heavy rain and wind. 他決定將新車停在車庫裡,以保護它免受大風大雨的侵害。
2772. tow 拖吊;拖拉 The police had to tow away the car because it was parked illegally in a loading zone. 警察不得不拖走那輛車,因為它非法停在裝卸區(拖吊)。
2773. brat 頑童 The manager's son was seen as a bit of a spoiled brat who didn't respect the staff. 經理的兒子被視為一個被寵壞的頑童,不尊重員工。
2774. hairdo 髮型 She decided to get a professional new hairdo for her job interview at the law firm. 她決定為法律事務所的求職面試換一個專業的新髮型。
2775. whereas 然而;鑑於 Some employees prefer to work in the office, whereas others enjoy working from home. 有些員工喜歡在辦公室工作,然而(鑑於)其他人則喜歡居家辦公。
2776. withdraw 提款;撤回 You can withdraw up to five hundred dollars a day from the automated teller machine. 您每天可以從自動提款機提款最多 500 美元(或指撤回/退出)。
2777. ammunition 彈藥 The army was forced to retreat after they ran out of ammunition during the battle. 軍隊在戰鬥中耗盡彈藥後被迫撤退。
2778. tune 曲調;調音 The technician spent the morning trying to tune the piano in the banquet hall. 技術員花了一個早上為宴會廳的鋼琴調音(或指曲調)。
2779. sanatorium 療養院 He spent several months at a private sanatorium in the mountains recovering from. 他在山裡的一家私人療養院待了幾個月,從疾病中康復。
2780. resemblance 相似 There is a very strong resemblance between the two brothers who work in the department. 在該部門工作的這兩兄弟長得很像(相似)。
2781. sympathy 同情 The manager expressed her deepest sympathy to the employee who had lost his father. 經理向那位喪父的員工表達了最深切的同情。
2782. harmoniously 和諧地 The two departments worked harmoniously together to ensure the success of the project. 兩個部門和諧地共同努力,以確保專案的成功。
2783. stutter 口吃;結巴 He used to stutter when he was nervous, but he took speaking classes to improve. 他緊張時會結巴(口吃),但他參加了說話課程來改進。
2784. grow out of 產生於 Many of the company's best ideas grow out of casual conversations between employees. 公司的許多好點子都產生於員工之間的閒聊。
2785. outgrow 長大後失去 As the company began to outgrow its current office space, it decided to move to a new. 隨著公司規模逐漸超過(長得比...大)目前的辦公空間,它決定搬家。
2786. grenade 手榴彈 The soldiers were trained on how to safely handle and use a variety of hand grenades. 士兵們接受了如何安全處理與使用各種手榴彈的培訓。
2787. resent 憎恨;不滿 The staff began to resent the manager's constant criticism and lack of support. 員工們開始對經理不斷的批評與缺乏支持感到不滿(憎恨)。
2788. quarrel 爭吵 The two business partners had a serious quarrel regarding the company's future plans. 這兩位合夥人就公司的未來計畫發生了嚴重的爭吵。
2789. squirrel 松鼠 We saw a small squirrel running through the trees in the park outside the office. 我們看到一隻小松鼠在辦公室外公園的樹叢中穿梭。
2790. becoming 適合;相配 That professional navy blue suit is very becoming to you and perfect for the meeting. 那套專業的深藍色西裝很適合你,非常適合這次會議。
2791. break in 闖入;插嘴 The police were called to investigate a break in at the company's storage warehouse. 警察被召來調查公司儲藏倉庫的一起闖入事件(或指插嘴/馴服)。
2792. tame 馴服的 The circus featured several tame lions and tigers that performed tricks for the crowd. 馬戲團展示了幾隻為觀眾表演技巧的馴服的獅子與老虎(或指乏味的)。
2793. ridden 充滿的 The project was ridden with problems from the very beginning and was eventually. 專案從一開始就充滿了問題,最終不得不取消(構成複合詞)。
2794. volume 卷;冊 The research findings were published in a large three-volume report later that year. 研究結果於那年晚些時候發表在一份長達三卷(冊)的報告中。
2795. ironic 諷刺的 It is ironic that the company's most expensive product is also its least successful. 諷刺的是,公司最昂貴的產品竟然也是最不成功的。
2796. oblige 迫使;施恩 The law will oblige all companies to provide health insurance for their employees. 法律將迫使所有公司為其員工提供醫療保險(或指施恩惠)。
2797. fountain pen 鋼筆 He likes to use an expensive fountain pen to sign all his important business contracts. 他喜歡用昂貴的鋼筆簽署所有的重要商務合約。
2798. ragged 衣衫襤褸的 The homeless man was wearing a ragged old coat and carrying all his belongings in bag. 那位無家可歸的人穿著衣衫襤褸的舊外套,把所有財物裝在袋子裡。
2799. spinach 菠菜 The cafeteria serves a variety of healthy vegetable dishes including fresh spinach. 食堂供應多種健康的蔬菜料理,包括新鮮菠菜。
2800. pothole 路面坑洞 The heavy winter storms caused several large potholes to form on the main road. 嚴重的冬日風暴導致主幹道上形成了幾個大型路面坑洞。
2801. to no avail 徒勞無功 The team worked hard to finish the project on time, but all their efforts were to no. 團隊努力準時完成專案,但所有的努力都徒勞無功。
2802. avail 有用;效用 You should avail yourself of every opportunity to improve your professional skills. 您應該利用(有用/效用)每一個機會來提高您的專業技能。
2803. seasick 暈船 Many passengers on the small boat began to feel seasick due to the rough and wavy. 由於海浪洶湧,小船上的許多乘客開始感到暈船。
2804. drunkard 酒鬼 The old man was known as a local drunkard who spent all his money at the village. 那個老人被公認為當地的酒鬼,把所有的錢都花在村裡的酒吧。
2805. relieve 緩解;接替 The new medication helped to relieve the patient's pain and improve her condition. 新藥有助於緩解病人的痛苦並改善她的狀況(或指接替/如廁)。
2806. pale 蒼白的;淡 She looked very pale and tired after working overtime in the office for several. 在辦公室加班幾天後,她看起來非常蒼白且疲倦。
2807. astray 迷路;偏離 The company's new marketing strategy seems to have gone astray and failed to. 公司新的行銷策略似乎偏離了正軌(迷路),未能吸引客戶。
2808. well-to-do 富裕的 The luxury boutique attracts a lot of well-to-do customers from the local area. 這家豪華精品店吸引了許多當地的富裕客戶。
2809. aback 吃驚地 The manager was taken aback by the employee's sudden and unexpected resignation. 經理對員工突然且非預期的辭職感到吃驚。
2810. sleeve 袖子 He rolled up his sleeves and began the difficult task of organizing the storage. 他捲起袖子,開始執行整理儲藏室這項艱巨的任務。
2811. overcoat 大衣 You will need to wear a heavy overcoat if you are traveling to the northern office. 如果你要去北部分公司,你需要穿一件厚大衣。
2812. in due course 在適當的時候 The company will release more information regarding the merger in due course. 公司將在適當的時候發布更多關於併購的資訊。
2813. inquire 詢問 Many potential customers called the company to inquire about the price and. 許多潛在客戶打電話給公司詢問(查詢)價格與規格。
2814. disdain 輕蔑;鄙視 The manager spoke with disdain about the competitor's latest marketing campaign. 經理對競爭對手最新的行銷活動表示輕蔑(鄙視)。
2815. jest 玩笑 The manager's comment was meant in jest, but it was misunderstood by several staff. 經理的評論本是個玩笑,但卻被幾名員工誤解了。
2816. scorn 輕視;鄙視 The board of directors expressed their scorn for the CEO's poor business decisions. 董事會對執行長糟糕的業務決策表示輕視(鄙視)。
2817. grimace 痛苦的表情 The athlete made a painful grimace as he struggled to finish the difficult race. 那位運動員在努力完成艱難的比賽時,露出了痛苦的表情(做鬼臉)。
2818. behavior 行為 The company has a strict code of conduct regarding professional behavior and ethics. 公司對專業行為與倫理有一套嚴格的行為準則。
2819. colony 殖民地;群體 The researchers discovered a large colony of rare insects living in the forest. 研究人員在森林中發現了一大群(殖民地)罕見昆蟲。
2820. robe 長袍;浴袍 The luxury hotel provides soft and comfortable robes for all of its guests to use. 豪華飯店為所有賓客提供柔軟舒適的長袍(浴袍)。
2821. demonstration 示威;示範 The technician gave a live demonstration of how to use the new office software. 技術員現場示範了如何使用新的辦公軟體(或指示威)。
2822. crumb 麵包屑 There were several crumbs of bread on the table after the team's lunch meeting. 團隊午餐會後,桌上有幾塊麵包屑。
2823. graffiti 塗鴉 The city center was covered in colorful graffiti following the local art festival. 當地藝術節過後,市中心到處都是五顏六色的塗鴉。
2824. faint 昏倒;微弱 There was a faint sound of music coming from the party in the next building. 隔壁建築的派對傳來了微弱的音樂聲(或指昏倒)。
2825. riot 暴動 The police were called to control the riot that broke out after the football match. 警察被召來控制足球賽後爆發的暴動。
2826. pluck up 振作 He had to pluck up his courage to ask the manager for a promotion and a salary. 他必須振作(勇氣)向經理要求升職加薪。
2827. nerve 神經;勇氣 It took a lot of nerve for the young intern to challenge the CEO's business plan. 那位年輕實習生很有勇氣(神經),竟然敢挑戰執行長的企劃。
2828. nerves 緊張 Many people suffer from nerves before they have to give a major public presentation. 許多人在進行大型公開簡報前會感到緊張(神經質)。
2829. talk back 頂嘴 Children are often taught that it is very impolite to talk back to their parents. 孩子們常被教導說頂嘴是很不禮貌的。
2830. ammonia 氨水 Ammonia is a strong chemical that is often used in industrial cleaning products. 氨(阿摩尼亞)是一種強效化學品,常用於工業清潔產品。
2831. ashtray 煙灰缸 The company's old office building still has several glass ashtrays in the lobby. 公司舊辦公大樓的大廳裡還有幾個玻璃煙灰缸。
2832. gown 禮服;長袍 She wore a beautiful silk gown to the company's annual awards dinner and gala. 她穿著一件美麗的絲綢禮服(長袍)參加公司的年度頒獎晚宴。
2833. despondent 沮喪的 The team felt very despondent after their project was cancelled due to a lack. 在專案因缺乏資金被取消後,團隊感到非常沮喪。
2834. dawn 黎明;開端 The invention of the internet marked the dawn of a new era in global communication. 網際網路的發明標誌著全球溝通新時代(黎明)的開始。
2835. dusk 黃昏 The construction crew finished their work at dusk and prepared to go home for day. 施工人員在黃昏時分結束工作,準備回家休息。
2836. condemn 譴責;判刑 The international community was quick to condemn the government's use of violence. 國際社會迅速譴責政府使用暴力的行為。
2837. execution 處決;執行 The successful execution of the business plan was a major achievement for the team. 商務企劃的成功執行是團隊的一大成就(或指處決)。
2838. struck 罷工;打擊 The workers were struck by the manager's sudden and unexpected decision to resign. 經理突然辭職的決定讓工人們感到震驚(打擊/罷工)。
2839. cement 水泥;鞏固 The partnership helped to cement the relationship between the two large companies. 合作關係有助於鞏固這兩家大公司之間的關係(或指水泥)。
2840. exemption 豁免 Small businesses are currently eligible for an exemption from several new taxes. 小企業目前有資格豁免幾項新稅收。
2841. layover 中途停留 I have a three-hour layover in Paris before my final flight to the northern office. 在飛往北部分公司的最終航班前,我將在巴黎中途停留(轉機)三小時。
2842. hitchhike 搭便車 In his youth, he used to hitchhike across the country to visit different cities. 他年輕時常搭便車穿越全國去訪問不同的城市。
2843. bought 購買 The company bought several new machines to improve its production efficiency. 公司購買了幾台新機器以提高生產效率。
2844. cosmos 宇宙;波斯菊 The scientist's new book explores the mysteries of the cosmos and the origin of. 這位科學家的新書探討了宇宙(或指大波斯菊)的奧秘與起源。
2845. redemption 救贖;贖回 The company is offering a special redemption offer for its most loyal customers. 公司正為其最忠實的客戶提供特別的兌換(贖回/救贖)優惠。
2846. rehydrate 補充水分 It is important to rehydrate your body after a long and intense workout session. 在長時間劇烈運動後,補充水分(再補水)是很重要的。
2847. hydrate 補充水分 Drinking plenty of water every day helps to keep your skin healthy and hydrate. 每天喝大量的水有助於保持皮膚健康並補充水分(水合物)。
2848. pork 豬肉 The restaurant serves a variety of delicious dishes made with high-quality pork. 該餐廳供應多種由高品質豬肉製成的美味料理。
2849. lard 豬油 Lard was traditionally used in cooking and baking to provide a rich and savory. 豬油傳統上用於烹飪與烘焙,以提供豐富且鹹香的味道。
2850. toupee 男用假髮 The manager was known for wearing a very obvious and unprofessional black toupee. 經理以戴著一頂非常明顯且不專業的黑色假髮(男用)而聞名。
2851. excursion 短程旅行 The company organized a weekend excursion to the mountains for all of its staff. 公司為所有員工組織了一次週末山區短程旅行(遠足)。
2852. in honour of 為了紀念 The new library was named in honour of the famous local scientist and philanthropist. 新圖書館是以當地著名的科學家兼慈善家的名字命名的,以示紀念(向...致敬)。
2853. heyday 全盛時期 In its heyday, the company was the world leader in the manufacturing of television. 在其全盛時期,該公司是全球電視製造業的領導者。
2854. in no time 立刻;馬上 The technician managed to fix the broken computer system in no time at all. 技術員立刻(馬上)修好了故障的電腦系統。
2855. in no way 絕不 The manager's comments were in no way meant to be critical of the team's effort. 經理的評論絕非(絕不)意在批評團隊的努力。
2856. minimize 最小化 The goal of the new policy is to minimize waste and improve production efficiency. 新政策的目標是將浪費最小化並提高生產效率。
2857. compelled 被強迫的 The company felt compelled to take legal action to protect its intellectual property. 公司感到被迫(被強迫的)採取法律行動來保護其知識產權。
2858. in part 部分地 The project's failure was due, at least in part, to a lack of proper communication. 專案的失敗至少在部分程度上(部分地)是由於缺乏妥善的溝通。
2859. connotation 隱含意義 The word has a very negative connotation in the local culture and should be avoided. 這個詞在當地文化中具有非常負面的隱含意義(言外之意),應避免使用。
2860. in particular 特別是 The manager was very impressed with the sales team's performance, in particular. 經理對業務團隊的表現印象深刻,特別是其最近的成果。
2861. in place of 代替 The company decided to use recycled materials in place of plastic for its packaging. 公司決定使用回收材料代替塑膠來進行包裝。
2862. allotted 分配的 Each speaker was allotted ten minutes to present their business ideas to the board. 每位發言者都被分配到十分鐘的時間向董事會陳述他們的商務想法。
2863. apportion 分派;分配 The task force will decide how to apportion the remaining budget among the different. 專責小組將決定如何在不同部門之間分配(分派)剩餘的預算。
2864. censure 譴責 The manager received a formal censure from the board for his poor business decisions. 經理因其糟糕的業務決策而受到董事會的正式譴責。
2865. in question 討論中的 The legal documents in question are currently being reviewed by the law firm. 討論中的(有疑問的)法律文件目前正由法律事務所進行審查。
2866. in regard to 關於 I am writing to you in regard to your recent inquiry about our new product range. 我這封信是關於您最近對我們新產品系列的詢問。
2867. in relation to 關於;與...有關 The company's profits have increased significantly in relation to the previous year. 與前一年相比(關於/與...有關),公司的利潤有了顯著增長。
2868. in step 同步;協調 All departments need to work in step to ensure the successful launch of the product. 所有部門都需要同步(協調)工作,以確保產品成功發布。
2869. in step with 與...一致 The company's new policies are in step with the latest international regulations. 公司的新政策與最新的國際法規保持一致。
2870. in the course of 在...期間 In the course of the investigation, several serious security flaws were discovered. 在調查期間,發現了幾個嚴重的安全漏洞。
2871. in the distance 在遠處 We could see the lights of the city in the distance from the top of the mountain. 從山頂上,我們可以看到遠處城市的燈光。
2872. stubbornness 固執 The manager's stubbornness and refusal to change led to many problems for the team. 經理的固執與拒絕改變給團隊帶來了許多問題。
2873. defeat 擊敗;失敗 The team was determined to avoid another defeat and worked hard to prepare for game. 團隊決心避免再次失敗(擊敗),並努力為比賽做準備。
2874. refrain 克制;避免 Please refrain from using your mobile phones during the meeting to avoid. 會議期間請克制(避免)使用手機以防干擾(或指副歌)。
2875. in the way 擋路;妨礙 The large crates were left in the way, making it difficult for staff to move around. 大木箱被留在路中間擋路(妨礙),讓員工難以走動。
2876. entail 牽涉;需要 The new project will entail a lot of hard work and dedication from everyone on team. 新專案將需要(牽涉)團隊中每個人的辛勤工作與奉獻。
2877. bawl 大哭;大叫 The small child began to bawl loudly after he lost his favorite toy in the park. 小孩在公園丟失了他最喜歡的玩具後開始大哭(大叫)。
2878. little by little 逐漸地 Little by little, the company's reputation began to improve following the scandal. 醜聞過後,公司的名聲開始逐漸(一點一滴地)改善。
2879. invoke 引用;喚起 The lawyer decided to invoke a little-known clause in the contract to protect his. 律師決定引用合約中一條鮮為人知的條款來保護他的客戶(或指祈求)。
2880. aristocrat 貴族 The historical novel tells the story of a wealthy aristocrat during the French. 這本歷史小說講述了法國大革命期間一位富有貴族的故事。
2881. signature dish 招牌菜 The restaurant is famous for its delicious signature dish, which features fresh. 該餐廳以其美味的招牌菜而聞名,特色是新鮮的海鮮。
2882. now and then 偶爾 We like to go out for a team dinner now and then to celebrate our achievements. 我們喜歡偶爾出去吃頓團隊晚餐,以慶祝我們的成就。
2883. on account of 因為;由於 The flight was delayed for several hours on account of the heavy fog and rain. 由於大霧與降雨,航班延誤了幾個小時。
2884. on behalf of 代表 I am accepting this award on behalf of the entire research and development team. 我代表整個研發團隊接受這個獎項。
2885. imposition 徵稅;不公平要求 The new government tax was seen as an unfair imposition on small and medium-sized. 政府的新稅收被視為對中小企業的不公平要求(或指徵稅/強加)。
2886. on condition that 只要;條件是 The company agreed to provide the funding on condition that the project was finished. 公司同意提供資金,條件是專案必須準時完成。
2887. bench 法官席;長椅 The judge sat on the bench and listened carefully to the evidence presented by both. 法官坐在法官席(或指長椅/板凳球員)上,仔細聽取雙方提交的證據。
2888. on guard 警惕;站崗 Security staff are on guard at the entrance to the building twenty-four hours a day. 保全人員每天 24 小時在建築物入口處站崗(警惕)。
2889. on hand 在手邊;現有 We have a team of professional technicians on hand to provide support and advice. 我們現有(在手邊)一支專業技術團隊提供支持與建議。
2890. carriage 車廂;運費 The train features several luxury carriages with comfortable seating and dining. 火車設有幾個豪華車廂,配備舒適的座位與用餐區(或指運費/馬車)。
2891. congestion 擁塞;充血 The heavy traffic in the city center is causing serious congestion and delays for. 市中心繁忙的交通正造成嚴重的擁塞與延誤。
2892. symptoms 症狀 Common symptoms of the flu include a high fever, a cough, and a sore throat. 流感的常見症狀包括高燒、咳嗽與喉嚨痛。
2893. wiping 擦拭 The cleaning staff spent the morning wiping down all the desks and surfaces in the. 清潔人員花了一個早上擦拭辦公室內所有的辦公桌與表面。
2894. on occasion 偶爾 Although he is usually very busy, he likes to visit the local library on occasion. 雖然他通常很忙,但他喜歡偶爾去當地的圖書館。
2895. botched 搞砸的;拙劣 The company faced a lot of criticism following its botched attempt to launch the. 公司在搞砸(拙劣的嘗試)產品發布後面臨了許多批評。
2896. on the grounds of 基於...的理由 The application was rejected on the grounds of insufficient information and data. 該申請基於資訊與數據不足的理由被駁回。
2897. cottage 小屋;村舍 He decided to spend his retirement living in a quiet stone cottage in the country. 他決定退休後住在鄉下的一座安靜的石造小屋(村舍)裡。
2898. run-down 破舊的;疲憊 The company's old office building had become very run-down and needed major. 公司舊的辦公大樓已變得非常破舊,需要大修。
2899. transfiguration 變形;變容 The caterpillar underwent a complete transfiguration and became a beautiful butterfly. 毛毛蟲經歷了完全的變形(變容),變成了一隻美麗的蝴蝶。
2900. on the point of 正要...的時候 The manager was on the point of resigning when the company offered him a promotion. 當公司向經理提供升職時,他正要辭職。
2901. spectrum 光譜;範圍 The new software offers a wide spectrum of features to meet the needs of all users. 新軟體提供廣泛的功能(範圍/光譜),以滿足所有使用者的需求。
2902. on the spot 當場;立即 The manager decided to hire the talented candidate on the spot after the interview. 面試後,經理決定當場(立即)錄用那位有才華的應徵者。
2903. crevice 裂縫 The mountain climber found a small crevice in the rock to hold onto as he climbed. 登山者在岩石上發現了一個小裂縫,可以在攀爬時抓牢。
2904. nook 角落;隱蔽處 The library has many quiet nooks where students can study in peace and quiet. 圖書館有許多安靜的角落(隱蔽處),學生可以在那裡安靜地學習。
2905. wands 魔杖 The magician waved his wooden wand and a white rabbit suddenly appeared from. 魔術師揮動他的木製魔杖,一隻白兔突然從帽子裡鑽了出來。
2906. on the whole 總體來說 On the whole, the company's financial performance last year was very positive. 總體來說,公司去年的財務表現非常正面。
2907. muff 搞砸;暖手筒 The player managed to muff the easy catch, leading to a major loss for the team. 球員竟然搞砸(漏接/暖手筒)了那個簡單的接球,導致團隊重大損失。
2908. once upon a time 很久以前 Once upon a time, this small village was a major hub for international trade. 很久以前,這個小村莊曾是國際貿易的主要樞紐。
2909. partial 部分的;偏袒 The manager was accused of being partial towards several of his favorite employees. 經理被指控對幾位他喜歡的員工有偏袒(部分的)。
2910. stew 燉菜;燉 The restaurant serves a delicious beef stew that is perfect for a cold winter. 該餐廳供應美味的燉牛肉(燉菜),非常適合寒冷的冬日。
2911. savory 鹹香的;美味 The bakery offers a variety of savory pies and snacks for customers to enjoy. 麵包店提供多種鹹香的(美味的)派與點心供顧客享用。
2912. or else 否則 You must finish the project by Friday, or else we will lose the contract. 你必須在週五前完成專案,否則(要不然)我們將失去這份合約。
2913. or so 大約 The meeting will last for an hour or so, depending on the number of questions. 會議將持續大約(或左右)一個小時,具體取決於問題的數量。
2914. other than 除了...以外 Other than a few minor issues, the new system is working perfectly and fast. 除了幾個小問題外(除了...以外),新系統運作得非常完美且快速。
2915. denominator 分母 When adding fractions, you must first find a common denominator for the numbers. 在進行分數加法時,您必須先找到這些數字的公分母。
2916. raged 肆虐;發怒 The heavy storm raged all night, causing widespread damage to the city and. 強烈的風暴肆虐(發怒)了一整夜,對城市造成了廣泛的破壞。
2917. out of place 不合適 His casual clothing felt out of place at the formal business dinner and awards. 他的便服在正式的商務晚宴與頒獎典禮上顯得不合適(格格不入)。
2918. dodging 閃躲;逃避 The politician was accused of dodging several important questions during the. 該政客被指控在面試過程中逃避(閃躲)了幾個重要問題。
2919. out of the question 不可能的 Increasing the budget for the new project is currently out of the question and. 目前增加新專案的預算是絕對不可能的(辦不到的)。
2920. quite a few 相當多 Quite a few employees expressed their concerns about the new health and safety. 相當多的員工對新的健康與安全規定表達了擔憂。
2921. tact 圓滑;手腕 The manager used a lot of tact and diplomacy to resolve the conflict between staff. 經理運用了許多手腕(圓滑/機智)與外交手段來解決員工間的衝突。
2922. many a 許多的 Many a young entrepreneur has tried and failed to start a successful tech. 許多的年輕企業家都曾嘗試過(並失敗過)創辦成功的科技公司。
2923. next door 隔壁 The new marketing agency is located next door to our main office building. 新的行銷機構就位於我們辦公大樓的隔壁。
2924. rather than 與其;而不是 We decided to use natural materials rather than plastic for our new product range. 我們決定為新產品系列選用天然材料,而不是(與其)塑膠。
2925. saliva 口水;唾液 Saliva plays an important role in the digestion of food and maintaining health. 唾液(口水)在食物消化與維持健康中扮演重要角色。
2926. fluid 液體;流動的 The situation remains fluid and is changing rapidly every hour and every day. 情況仍然不明朗(流動的/液體),每小時、每天都在迅速變化。
2927. to the point 中肯;切題 The manager's presentation was short, clear, and very much to the point. 經理的簡報簡短、清晰且非常中肯(切題)。
2928. up to date 最新的 Please make sure that all the information in the database is up to date and. 請務必確保資料庫中的所有資訊都是最新的(最先進的)。
2929. with respect to 關於 With respect to your recent inquiry, I am happy to provide the information you. 關於您最近的詢問,我很樂意提供您所需的資訊。
2930. detained 被拘留的 The suspect was detained for several hours while the police conducted their. 警察在調查期間將嫌犯拘留(被拘留的)了幾個小時。
2931. stitch 針腳;縫合 The doctor used several small stitches to close the wound on the patient's arm. 醫生用了幾針(針腳/縫合)來縫合病人手臂上的傷口。
2932. surveillance 監視;監控 The laboratory is under constant surveillance to ensure the safety and security. 實驗室受到持續的監視(監控),以確保安全與防護。
2933. grope 摸索;猥褻 He had to grope around in the dark to find the light switch in the storage room. 他不得不在黑暗中摸索以尋找儲藏室的電燈開關(或指猥褻)。
2934. bewail 哀嘆 Many people were quick to bewail the loss of the historical office building and. 許多人迅速對這座歷史性辦公大樓的損失表示哀嘆(悲傷)。
2935. chronic 慢性的;長期 He suffers from a chronic back condition that makes it difficult for him to sit. 他患有慢性的背部問題,這使他難以久坐。
2936. solitary 孤獨的;單獨 The researcher spent months living a solitary life in the forest to study the. 研究員在森林中過著孤獨的(單獨的)生活數月,以研究這些。
2937. omens 預兆 Some people believe that a sudden drop in the stock market is one of the bad omens. 有些人認為股市突然下跌是經濟不景氣的壞預兆(凶兆)之一。
2938. avalanche 雪崩 The mountain climbers were warned to be careful of potential avalanches in area. 登山者被警告要小心該區域潛在的雪崩。
2939. belittle 輕視;貶低 You shouldn't try to belittle your colleague's achievements just because you. 你不應該只因為嫉妒就試圖貶低(輕視)同事的成就。
2940. disclaim 否認;放棄 The company was quick to disclaim any responsibility for the data breach and. 公司迅速否認對資料外洩承擔任何責任(或指放棄權利)。
2941. monetary 貨幣的;金錢 The government is considering a new monetary policy to control inflation and. 政府正在考慮一項新的貨幣政策,以控制通膨。
2942. ruinous 毀滅性的 The cost of the legal litigation proved to be ruinous for the small company. 法律訴訟的成本證明對這家小公司是毀滅性的(破壞的)。
2943. valorous 英勇的 The firefighters were praised for their valorous efforts to save the people in. 消防員因其救人的英勇努力而受到讚揚。
2944. hinge 鉸鏈;關鍵 The success of the entire project will hinge on the board's decision tomorrow. 整個專案的成功將取決於(關鍵在於/鉸鏈)董事會明天的決定。
2945. anarchy 無政府狀態 The sudden collapse of the government led to a period of total anarchy and. 政府的突然崩潰導致了一段完全無政府狀態(混亂)的時期。
2946. acupuncture 針灸 Many people find that acupuncture is an effective way to relieve pain and stress. 許多人發現針灸是緩解疼痛與壓力的一種有效方式。
2947. lovelorn 失戀的 The historical novel features a young lovelorn poet who is searching for true. 這本歷史小說以一位正在尋找真愛的失戀的(相思病)年輕詩人為特色。
2948. escort 護送;陪同 All visitors must have a professional escort while they are in the high-security. 所有訪客在進入高安全性區域時必須由專業人員護送(陪同)。
2949. statutory 法定的 The company has a statutory obligation to provide a safe working environment. 公司有法定的義務提供安全的工作環境。
2950. consequent 隨之發生的 The rise in costs and the consequent fall in profits led to several job cuts. 成本上升以及隨之發生的(作為結果的)利潤下降導致了幾次裁員。
2951. diction 措辭;用語 The professor praised the student's excellent diction and clarity in his report. 教授稱讚了該學生報告中優秀的措辭與清晰度。
2952. moribund 垂死的;停滯 The company's aging product line was seen as being moribund and in need of. 公司老化的產品線被視為垂死的(停滯不前的),需要革新。
2953. irreconcilable 不能和解的 The two business partners had irreconcilable differences and decided to end. 這兩位合夥人存在不可調和(不能和解的)分歧,決定結束合作。
2954. negate 否定;取消 The new evidence managed to negate the findings of the initial research study. 新證據成功否定了(取消/無效)最初研究的研究結果。
2955. inevitable 不可避免的 Given the current market trends, a rise in prices seems to be absolutely. 鑑於目前的市場趨勢,價格上漲似乎是絕對不可避免的。
2956. excess 過量;過度 Any excess materials from the production process should be recycled correctly. 生產過程中任何過量(過度)的材料都應正確回收。
2957. dispel 驅散;消除 The manager gave a presentation to dispel the rumors about potential job cuts. 經理進行了簡報,以消除(驅散)關於可能裁員的傳言。
2958. agony 極度痛苦 The athlete was in visible agony after suffering a serious injury during the. 運動員在比賽中遭受重傷後顯得極度痛苦。
2959. caustic 腐蝕性的 The company uses a variety of caustic chemicals in its manufacturing process. 公司在製造過程中使用多種腐蝕性的(或指刻薄的)化學品。
2960. lousy 糟糕的;惡劣 The weather was absolutely lousy during our business trip to the northern city. 我們去北方城市出差期間,天氣簡直糟透了(惡劣的)。
2961. grumble 抱怨;發牢騷 Employees often grumble about the quality of the food in the office cafeteria. 員工們經常抱怨(發牢騷)辦公室食堂的食物品質。
2962. correlate 關聯 The researchers tried to correlate the rise in sales with the new marketing. 研究人員試圖將銷售增長與新的行銷活動關聯起來。
2963. exhilaration 興奮;高興 The team felt a sense of exhilaration after they finally won the major award. 團隊在終於獲得大獎後感到一陣興奮(高興)。
2964. tangle 糾纏;混亂 The ropes were in a complete tangle and took several hours to straighten out. 繩子完全糾纏(混亂)在一起,花了幾個小時才理順。
2965. imbibe 喝;吸收 Students are encouraged to imbibe as much knowledge as possible during their. 學生們被鼓勵在學習期間吸收(或指喝/接受)盡可能多的知識。
2966. evoke 喚起;引起 The historical film managed to evoke many strong emotions in the audience. 這部歷史電影成功喚起了(引起)觀眾許多強烈的情緒。
2967. frantically 瘋狂地 The staff worked frantically to finish the project before the final deadline. 員工們瘋狂地(手忙腳亂地)工作,以在最終期限前完成專案。
2968. emulate 模仿並超越 Many small startups try to emulate the success of large international tech. 許多小初創公司都試圖效法(模仿並超越)國際大科技公司的成功。
2969. deduce 推論;演繹 From the evidence provided, we can deduce that the initial plan was faulty and. 從提供的證據中,我們可以推論(演繹)出最初的計畫是有缺陷的。
2970. distract 使分心 It is important to remove any items that might distract you from your work. 移除任何可能使你工作分心的物品是很重要的。
2971. veto 否決;否決權 The president decided to use his power to veto the new law regarding taxation. 總統決定使用他的權力來否決關於稅收的新法律。
2972. essay 散文;論文 The student wrote a brilliant essay on the future of artificial intelligence. 學生寫了一篇關於人工智慧未來的精彩散文(或指論文/企圖)。
2973. charisma 個人魅力 The new CEO has a lot of natural charisma and is able to inspire his employees. 新任執行長具有很強的天生個人魅力,能夠激勵他的員工。
2974. incessant 不停的;連續 The incessant noise from the nearby construction site made it difficult to sleep. 附近施工現場不停的(連續的)噪音讓人難以入睡。
2975. ecology 生態學;生態 The organization is working hard to protect the local ecology and wildlife. 該組織正努力保護當地的生態(學)與野生動物。
2976. idyllic 田園風光的 The company held its annual retreat in an idyllic mountain village and resort. 公司在一個田園風光的(恬靜的)山村度假村舉行了年度研討會。
2977. scorch 燒焦;烤焦 The heat from the fire managed to scorch the surface of the wooden table. 火災的熱氣燒焦(烤焦)了木桌的表面。
2978. anguish 極度痛苦 The mother was in total anguish after her small child went missing in the. 在小孩失蹤後,那位母親陷入了極度的痛苦之中。
2979. subvert 顛覆;破壞 The group was accused of trying to subvert the government and its policies. 該團體被指控試圖顛覆政府及其政策(或指破壞)。
2980. mutinous 叛變的 The sailors became mutinous after the captain refused to provide more food and. 在船長拒絕提供更多食物後,水手們開始叛變(反抗)。
2981. sane 明智的;神智正常 It is important to stay sane and calm during a major business crisis or failure. 在重大商務危機或失敗中,保持明智(神智正常)與冷靜是很重要的。
2982. ignominy 恥辱 The former CEO faced the ignominy of being arrested for financial fraud and. 前執行長面臨了因財務詐欺被捕的恥辱。
2983. impervious 不受影響的 The building is designed to be impervious to fire and other natural disasters. 該建築設計成不受火災(或不能滲透)與其他自然災害影響。
2984. attorney 律師 You should consult with a professional attorney before you sign any legal. 在簽署任何法律文件之前,您應該諮詢專業律師。
2985. pliable 柔韌的;易受影響 The new material is very pliable and can be used to make a variety of products. 這種新材料非常柔韌(易彎曲),可以用於製造多種產品。
2986. bribe 賄賂 The businessman was accused of trying to bribe several local government. 該商人被指控試圖賄賂幾位當地政府官員。
2987. defraud 詐欺;騙取 The company was accused of using clever tactics to defraud its customers of. 該公司被指控使用巧妙手段來詐欺(騙取)客戶的金錢。
2988. possess 擁有;持有 The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and a positive. 應徵者必須擁有(持有)優秀的溝通技巧與正向的態度。
2989. mitigate 減輕;緩和 The government implemented new measures to mitigate the impact of the economic. 政府實施了新措施以減輕(緩和)經濟衰退的影響。
2990. lament 哀悼;感嘆 Many people were quick to lament the loss of the historical theater and its. 許多人迅速對這座歷史劇院的損失表示哀悼(感嘆)。
2991. fraught 充滿(問題)的 The project was fraught with difficulties and challenges from the very. 專案從一開始就充滿了(憂慮/充滿問題的)困難與挑戰。
2992. motif 主題;圖案 The company's new logo features a beautiful floral motif that represents. 公司的新商標採用了美麗的花卉圖案(主題),代表著成長。
2993. annotate 註解 Students are encouraged to annotate their textbooks as they read to improve. 學生們被鼓勵在閱讀時為課本做註解,以提高理解力。
2994. perverse 違反常理的 The manager's perverse refusal to accept the new evidence surprised everyone. 經理違反常理(任性)地拒絕接受新證據,這讓每個人都很驚訝。
2995. denounce 譴責;告發 The international community was quick to denounce the government's use of. 國際社會迅速譴責(告發)政府使用暴力的行為。
2996. discreet 謹慎的 The manager was very discreet about the upcoming layoffs and job cuts in the. 經理對即將到來的裁員(謹慎的)保持低調。
2997. gainsay 否認;反駁 It is difficult to gainsay the fact that the company is currently facing a. 很難否認(反駁)公司目前正竭力維持營運的事實。
2998. fruitful 富有成效的 The meeting between the two business leaders proved to be very fruitful and. 兩位商界領袖之間的會晤證明是非常富有成效的。
2999. hover 盤旋;徘徊 The helicopter continued to hover over the scene of the accident for several. 直升機在事故現場上空盤旋了幾個小時。
3000. oasis 綠洲 The small garden in the center of the city is a peaceful oasis for busy people. 市中心的小花園對忙碌的人們來說是一片寧靜的綠洲。
3001. abdomen 腹部 He suffered a serious injury to his abdomen during the industrial accident at. 他在工廠事故中腹部受了重傷。
3002. improvident 無遠見的;浪費 His improvident spending habits led to serious financial problems later in. 他無遠見(浪費)的消費習慣後來導致了嚴重的財務問題。
3003. hoarse 沙啞的 Her voice was hoarse after she spent the afternoon shouting and cheering for. 在為團隊歡呼了一個下午後,她的聲音沙啞了。
3004. precursor 先驅;前兆 The invention of the telegraph was a precursor to the development of the. 電報的發明是電話發展的先驅(前兆)。
3005. infirmity 虛弱;疾病 He suffered from a variety of physical infirmities in his old age and needed. 他晚年飽受各種身體虛弱(疾病)之苦,需要全天候護理。
3006. opaque 不透明的;難懂 The manager's explanation was very opaque and failed to clarify the situation. 經理的解釋非常難懂(不透明的),沒能把情況說清楚。
3007. kindle 點燃;激起 The professor managed to kindle the students' interest in international. 教授成功激起了(點燃)學生對國際經濟學的興趣。
3008. whimsical 異想天開的 The new marketing campaign features a variety of whimsical and creative. 新的行銷活動包含了多種異想天開(反覆無常)且具創意的廣告。
3009. malady 疾病;弊病 The doctor worked hard to find a cure for the patient's mysterious and rare malady. 醫生努力尋找治癒病人神秘且罕見疾病(弊病)的方法。
3010. enact 制定(法律) The government is planning to enact new laws to protect the environment and. 政府計畫制定新法律以保護環境。
3011. tedious 乏味的;冗長 The process of checking the data was very tedious and took several days to. 檢查數據的過程非常乏味(冗長),花了幾天時間才完成。
3012. heterogeneous 異質的 The population of the city is very heterogeneous and consists of people from. 該城市的人口非常異質,由來自各行各業的人組成。
3013. herd 獸群;放牧 The farmer spent the morning moving his large herd of cattle to the new pasture. 農民花了一個早上將他的一大群牛(獸群/放牧)移到新牧場。
3014. tarnish 失去光澤;玷污 The scandal threatened to tarnish the company's reputation for excellence and. 這起醜聞威脅到公司追求卓越與誠信的名聲(玷污/失去光澤)。
3015. begrudge 嫉妒;捨不得給 You shouldn't begrudge your colleague's success, as she worked very hard for. 你不應該嫉妒同事的成功,因為她為此付出了很多努力。
3016. oppress 壓迫 The history book describes the long struggle to end the systems that oppress. 這本歷史書描述了為終結壓迫(系統性)人民的體制而進行的長期鬥爭。
3017. frigid 寒冷的 The weather was absolutely frigid during the winter months in the northern. 北方城市冬天的天氣簡直是寒風刺骨(寒冷的/性冷感的)。
3018. laudable 值得讚賞的 The team's efforts to raise money for charity were seen as being very laudable. 團隊為慈善機構籌款的努力被認為是非常值得讚賞的。
3019. instill 灌輸;注入 The new training program is designed to instill a sense of pride and. 新的培訓計畫旨在向員工灌輸(注入)一種自豪感與專業精神。
3020. finitude 有限;界限 The philosopher's new book explores the concept of human finitude and the. 這位哲學家的新書探討了人類的有限性(界限)與生命的意義。
3021. afflict 使痛苦;折磨 The disease continues to afflict thousands of people in the developing world. 這種疾病繼續折磨(使痛苦)著開發中國家的數千人。
3022. zoology 動物學 She decided to study zoology at the university to learn more about wildlife. 她決定在大學學習動物學,以了解更多關於野生動物的知識。
3023. pejorative 貶義的;輕蔑 The manager's use of pejorative language towards his staff was criticized by. 經理對員工使用貶義的(輕蔑的)語言受到了董事會的批評。
3024. evergreen 常綠的;不朽 The company's most successful product has become an evergreen favorite with. 公司最成功的產品已成為客戶心中長盛不衰(常綠的/不朽的)的寵兒。
3025. nausea 噁心;反胃 Common side effects of the medication include nausea, dizziness, and a mild. 該藥物的常見副作用包括噁心(反胃)、頭暈與輕微頭痛。
3026. accost 搭訕 The journalist managed to accost the CEO as he was leaving the office to ask. 記者在執行長離開辦公室時成功上前攀談(搭訕),向他提問。
3027. frost 霜;結霜 The heavy frost this morning caused several delays to the train service into. 今天早上的大霜導致進入市區的火車服務出現延誤。
3028. enrapture 使著迷 The audience was enraptured by the young singer's beautiful and powerful. 觀眾被這位年輕歌手美麗且有力的歌聲迷住了(使狂喜)。
3029. insane 瘋狂的 The company's decision to invest all its money in the new project was seen as. 公司決定將所有資金投資於新專案的行為被視為瘋狂的(精神錯亂)。
3030. sedate 鎮靜的 The doctor decided to sedate the patient before the surgery to help her feel. 醫生決定在手術前讓病人鎮靜(使鎮靜/鎮靜的)下來。
3031. retort 反駁;回嘴 The manager was quick to retort to the assistant's criticism during the meeting. 會議中,經理迅速對助理的批評做出了反駁(回嘴)。
3032. grouchy 脾氣暴躁的 He is often very grouchy in the mornings before he has had his first cup of. 他早上在喝第一杯咖啡前通常脾氣很暴躁(愛發牢騷)。
3033. orthodox 正統的;傳統 The company decided to use more orthodox methods to raise the necessary funds. 公司決定使用更傳統(正統的)的方法來籌集所需的資金。
3034. reform 改革;改良 The new government is planning to reform the country's tax and welfare systems. 新政府計畫改革國家的稅收與福利體系。
3035. gadget 小器具 The office is full of various new gadgets and tools to help improve efficiency. 辦公室裡到處都是各種新的小器具(小玩意)與工具,有助於提高效率。
3036. diffuse 擴散;傳播 The new information managed to diffuse quickly throughout the entire industry. 新資訊成功在整個產業中迅速傳播(擴散/冗長的)。
3037. rigid 僵硬的;嚴格 The company has very rigid rules regarding the use of its office equipment and. 公司對辦公設備的使用有一套非常嚴格(僵硬的)的規定。
3038. solicitous 關懷的;熱切 The manager was very solicitous about the health and well-being of his staff. 經理對員工的健康與福祉非常關懷(熱切)。
3039. onslaught 猛攻;突擊 The company faced an onslaught of criticism following its latest product failure. 在最新的產品失敗後,公司面臨了排山倒海(猛攻/突擊)的批評。
3040. hasty 匆忙的;草率 The manager apologized for his hasty decision and promised to reconsider the. 經理為他草率(匆忙的)的決定道歉,並承諾會重新考慮。
3041. jagged 鋸齒狀的 The broken glass left a jagged edge that was very dangerous to touch. 破碎的玻璃留下了非常危險、不宜觸碰的鋸齒狀(參差不齊)邊緣。
3042. jostle 推擠 The crowd began to jostle each other as they tried to get a better view of. 群眾在試圖看得更清楚時開始互相推擠。
3043. intravenous 靜脈注射的 The patient received an intravenous drip to provide her with the necessary and. 病人接受了靜脈注射(點滴),以獲取必要的營養與藥物。