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B2 noun /wæks/

Wax

蜡
Meaning
a solid substance that melts when heated, used for making candles and polishing
Example
She used candle wax to seal the old letter.
她用蜡烛蜡封住了旧信。
B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

洞察力
Meaning
The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.
Example
Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.
她对人类行为的洞察力使她成为一位成功的心理学家。
B2 adverb /ˈdʒɛnjʊɪnli/

genuinely

真心
Meaning
in a truthful and sincere way
Example
She genuinely cares about the environment.
她真心关心环境。
B2 adjective /leɪm/

Lame

跛; 残疾
Meaning
unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing
Example
The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly.
受伤的马跛行，不能正常行走。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛktər/

protector

保护者
Meaning
a person or thing that protects someone or something
Example
The dog was seen as the family's protector.
这只狗被视为家庭的保护者。
B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪt fɔːrˌmeɪ.ʃən

habit formation

习惯形成
Meaning
The process of creating a habit through regular practice and repetition.
Example
Habit formation requires consistency and discipline.
习惯的形成需要一致性和纪律。
B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

巴勒斯坦的
Meaning
relating to Palestine or its people
Example
The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.
巴勒斯坦人民拥有丰富的文化遗产。
B2 adjective /ˈvɜːrtɪkl/

vertical

垂直
Meaning
Standing or pointing straight up; perpendicular to the ground.
Example
The skyscraper has a perfectly vertical design.
这座摩天大楼有一个完美的垂直设计。
B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

图标, 象征
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
这位歌手成为了文化图标。
B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

丰满或圆形
Meaning
having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat
Example
The cat was plump and well-fed.
那只猫又胖又被很好地喂养。
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

内向的; 保守的
Meaning
slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner
Example
She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.
她相当内向，在会议中很少讲话。
B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

伊斯兰教
Meaning
the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)
Example
Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.
伊斯兰教强调和平、公正与慈悲。
B2 noun /ˈlen.tɪl/

Lentil

小扁豆
Meaning
a high-protein pulse which is dried and then soaked and cooked prior to eating
Example
She cooked red lentils for dinner tonight.
她今晚做了红扁豆作为晚餐。
B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

记者
Meaning
A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.
Example
The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.
外国记者从巴黎进行现场直播报道。
B2 verb /kəmˈpɛl/

compel

强迫
Meaning
To force or drive someone to do something.
Example
The law compels citizens to pay taxes.
法律强迫公民缴纳税款。
B2 noun /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

refuge

避难所
Meaning
a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress
Example
The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm.
村民们在风暴期间躲进了寺庙避难。
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrk laɪf ˈbæl.əns/

work-life balance

工作与生活平衡
Meaning
The equilibrium between personal and professional life, ensuring neither dominates at the expense of the other.
Example
Achieving work-life balance reduces stress and improves productivity.
实现工作与生活的平衡可以减轻压力并提高生产力。
B2 adverb /wɛərˈbaɪ/

whereby

通过
Meaning
by which; because of which
Example
The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty.
公司同意了一份合同，通过它将支付罚款。
B2 noun/verb /dræft/

draft

草稿
Meaning
A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.
Example
She finished the first draft of her novel.
她完成了小说的第一份草稿。
B2 verb /doʊz/

doze

打盹
Meaning
To sleep lightly for a short time.
Example
He dozed off while reading the book.
他在读书时打了个盹。
B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

大蕉
Meaning
a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating
Example
Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.
大蕉可以油炸、煮沸或烘烤，是许多热带国家的主食。
B2 noun /ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Shortcoming

缺陷; 不足; 缺点
Meaning
a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency
Example
Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.
尽管他有许多才华，他仍然有一些短处。
B2 adjective strəˈtiː.dʒɪk

strategic

战略的
Meaning
Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
Example
Strategic policies enhance competitiveness.
战略性政策增强竞争力。
B2 verb /ˈtaɪtən/

Tighten

拧紧
Meaning
to make something more secure or less loose
Example
He tightened the screws to secure the shelf.
他拧紧了螺丝以固定架子。
B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

七个习惯
Meaning
Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.
Example
Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
即使是习惯也有助于保持平衡的生活方式。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

专门
Meaning
only; not shared with others
Example
This service is available exclusively to premium members.
此服务仅限于高级会员。
B2 verb, noun /ˈkɒntɛst/

contest

竞赛, 挑战
Meaning
verb: to compete or challenge; noun: a competition or dispute
Example
She decided to contest the election against the incumbent.
她决定挑战现任者的选举。
B2 verb /ˈɛskɔrt/

escort

护送
Meaning
to accompany someone; to guide or protect while going somewhere
Example
The guard escorted the visitor to the office.
卫兵护送来访者到办公室。
B2 noun /oʊk/

oak

橡树
Meaning
a large tree that produces acorns and has strong, hard wood
Example
The old oak tree provided shade for the entire yard.
那棵老橡树为整个院子提供了阴凉。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsten.sɪv/

Extensive

广泛的; 大规模的; 广阔的
Meaning
covering or affecting a large area; comprehensive; wide-ranging
Example
The company conducted extensive research before launching the new product.
公司在推出新产品之前进行了广泛的研究。
B2 noun /ˈdaʊn.fɔːl/

Downfall

衰退; 失败; 毁灭
Meaning
a loss of power, prosperity, or status; the cause of such a loss
Example
His arrogance and pride led to his eventual downfall in business.
他的傲慢和自豪导致了他在生意中的最终失败。
B2 adverb juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li

unanimously

一致通过
Meaning
With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.
Example
The proposal was unanimously accepted.
提案得到了全体一致通过。
B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

酸
Meaning
having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable
Example
The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.
牛奶变酸了，闻起来很难闻。
B2 adjective /ˌkaɪnd ˈhɑːrtɪd/

kind-hearted

善良的
Meaning
Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.
Example
She is known as a kind-hearted teacher who always helps her students.
她作为一位善良的老师而闻名，总是帮助她的学生。
B2 noun ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

卫生
Meaning
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Example
Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.
良好的卫生实践是防止侵扰的关键。
B2 noun /ˌsɪm.ɪˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity

相似性; 类似性
Meaning
the quality or state of being similar; resemblance
Example
There is a striking similarity between the two paintings.
这两幅画之间有惊人的相似性。
B2 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

歧视; 不公正待遇; 偏见
Meaning
the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference
Example
The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.
该公司因其招聘中存在种族歧视而被起诉。
B2 noun /dʌv/

Dove

鸽子
Meaning
a small, gentle bird with soft cooing sounds, often white and symbolizing peace
Example
The white dove flew peacefully across the blue sky.
白鸽平静地飞翔在蓝天上。
B2 noun /ˈdræɡ.ən.flaɪ/

Dragon-fly

蜻蜓
Meaning
a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water
Example
The dragonfly hovered over the pond.
蜻蜓在池塘上方盘旋。
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

先前的
Meaning
existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier
Example
You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.
在对系统进行任何修改之前，你需要事先获得批准。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnətər/

senator

参议员
Meaning
a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body
Example
The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies.
参议员激情地谈论环境政策。
B2 noun /swɪŋ/

Swing

秋千
Meaning
move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis
Example
The children love to swing in the park.
孩子们喜欢在公园里荡秋千。
B2 verb /slæp/

slap

掌掴
Meaning
to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply
Example
She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.
她生气得打了他的脸。
B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

逐渐减弱
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
事件的兴奋感在几个小时后开始逐渐消退。
B2 noun /fleʃ/

Flesh

肉
Meaning
the soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones
Example
The doctor examined the wound to check if it had penetrated the flesh.
医生检查了伤口，看看它是否已经穿透了肉体
B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

分配
Meaning
The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.
Example
Budget allocation for education must be increased.
教育预算的分配必须增加。
B2 adjective /ˈfʌsi/

fussy

挑剔
Meaning
hard to please; very concerned with details
Example
The child is very fussy about what she eats.
这个孩子对她吃的东西非常挑剔。
B2 noun /ˈspesɪmən/

Specimen

样本; 标本; 例子
Meaning
an individual example of something; a sample collected for scientific study or testing
Example
The scientist collected a blood specimen for analysis.
科学家收集了一份血液标本进行分析。
B2 noun /dəˈmeɪn/

domain

领域
Meaning
An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.
Example
Mathematics is her main domain of expertise.
数学是她主要的专业领域。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

疯狂
Meaning
mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable
Example
The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.
从悬崖上跳下的想法显得疯狂。
B2 noun /ˈdɛnɪmz/

denims

牛仔布裤
Meaning
pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans
Example
He wore blue denims with a white shirt.
他穿着蓝色牛仔裤和白衬衫。
B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

圆形的
Meaning
shaped like a circle; round in form
Example
The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.
孩子们围坐在篝火旁，形成圆形的布局。
B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

自律
Meaning
The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.
Example
Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.
自律对于长期成功至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

部分; 段; 切分的部分
Meaning
each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion
Example
The orange was divided into eight segments.
橙子被分成了八个部分。
B2 adjective /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/

Authentic

真实的; 真实; 不虚假
Meaning
genuine; real; not fake or copied
Example
The museum displays only authentic artifacts from ancient civilizations.
博物馆只展示来自古代文明的真实文物。
B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剑
Meaning
a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting
Example
The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.
骑士拔出了剑来保护城堡。
B2 noun, verb /nɜːrv/

nerve

神经; 勇气
Meaning
A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; also courage or audacity.
Example
She gathered the nerve to speak in front of the large audience.
她鼓起勇气在大观众面前发言。
B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

试用期
Meaning
a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees
Example
He was placed on probation for six months.
他被安排了六个月的试用期。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

终点站，最终，绝症
Meaning
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
Example
He waited for the bus at the central terminal.
他在中央终点站等公交车。
B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

展示柜，吸引或有利地展示某物
Meaning
A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.
Example
The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.
展览展示了艺术家的最佳作品。
B2 noun /ɪnˈθuziæst/

enthusiast

爱好者
Meaning
a person who is very interested in a particular activity or subject
Example
He is a football enthusiast and watches every match.
他是一个足球爱好者，看每一场比赛。
B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

尖叫
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
她看到蜘蛛时尖叫了。
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

传输
Meaning
to send or pass something from one place or person to another
Example
The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.
天线可以在长距离上传输信号。
B2 noun /dʒʌŋk/

Junk

垃圾; 废品
Meaning
old or discarded articles that are considered useless or of little value; things of poor quality
Example
He cleaned out the garage and threw away all the old junk.
他清理了车库，扔掉了所有旧的垃圾。
B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

不良影响
Meaning
Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.
Example
Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.
塑料使用对环境产生不良影响。
B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

鸟嘴
Meaning
the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth
Example
The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.
鹰有一个锋利的鸟嘴来撕裂肉。
B2 noun /ˈhændlɪŋ/

handling

处理
Meaning
the act of managing or dealing with something or someone
Example
His handling of the situation was impressive.
他对情况的处理令人印象深刻。
B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

动机; 原因; 驱动力
Meaning
a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act
Example
The police are investigating the motive for the crime.
警方正在调查犯罪的动机。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

滑稽
Meaning
Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.
Example
His comical expressions made everyone laugh.
他滑稽的表情让所有人都笑了。
B2 noun /ˈɡʌvərnər/

governor

州长
Meaning
An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.
Example
The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.
州长向公民们讲述了即将来临的选举。
B2 noun /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/

adaptability

适应性
Meaning
The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances
Example
Adaptability to changing environments is crucial in business.
适应不断变化的环境在商业中至关重要。
B2 adjective /suːˈpɪə.ri.ər/

Superior

卓越; 优于平均水平
Meaning
higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average
Example
This product is superior to all others in the market.
该产品在市场上优于所有其他产品。
B2 verb /liːp/

leap

跳跃
Meaning
to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps
Example
The cat leaped onto the table.
猫跳上了桌子。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/

counseling

咨询
Meaning
professional guidance or therapy to help resolve personal or psychological problems
Example
She decided to go for counseling after feeling stressed for months.
在感到几个月的压力后，她决定去咨询。
B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

悲伤; 伤痛;
Meaning
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment
Example
His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.
悲剧后，他的心里充满了悲伤。
B2 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Meaning
(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche
Example
The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.
B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

专长
Meaning
a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels
Example
Her specialty is pediatric medicine.
她的专业是儿科医学。
B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

碳中和
Meaning
Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.
Example
The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.
该公司计划在2030年实现碳中和。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

占主导地位
Meaning
Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.
Example
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
这幅画中的主要颜色是蓝色。
B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

赤字; 不足
Meaning
the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack
Example
The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.
由于支出的增加，政府面临着数百万的预算赤字。
B2 noun ˈfrʌn.tɪərz

frontiers

边界
Meaning
The extreme limit of settled land beyond which lies wilderness; the limits of knowledge or achievement in a particular field.
Example
The project pushes the frontiers of space exploration.
这个项目推动了太空探索的边界。
B2 adjective /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

geographical

地理的
Meaning
relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area
Example
The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub.
这个国家的地理位置使它成为重要的贸易中心。
B2 noun /ˈdʒʊəri/

jury

陪审团
Meaning
a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence
Example
The jury found him guilty of the crime.
陪审团裁定他犯有罪行。
B2 noun /ˈæltɪtuːd/

altitude

高度
Meaning
the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
Example
The airplane is flying at an altitude of 30,000 feet.
飞机以30,000英尺的高度飞行。
B2 noun /ˈfɒsɪl/

fossil

化石
Meaning
the remains or impression of a prehistoric plant or animal embedded in rock
Example
The fossil of a dinosaur was discovered in the mountains.
在山中发现了一只恐龙化石。
B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

预测
Meaning
a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast
Example
The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.
天气预测说明天会下雨。
B2 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

变革性的
Meaning
Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.
Example
The new education system is highly transformative.
新的教育体系具有高度变革性。
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

迅速跳入或潜水；突然下降
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
她跳进了游泳池。
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

慷慨地
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
她慷慨地捐钱帮助穷人。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

破坏性
Meaning
causing damage; harmful
Example
The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.
飓风对沿海地区造成了极大的破坏。
B2 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

将足够的液体提供给身体组织的过程。
Meaning
The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.
Example
Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.
适当的水合作用对于维持身体功能至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

酸
Meaning
a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste
Example
Lemons contain citric acid.
柠檬含有柠檬酸。
B2 noun /prəˈvaɪdər/

provider

供应商
Meaning
a person or thing that provides something.
Example
The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support.
服务供应商确保所有客户及时获得支持。
B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈfɪər/

interfere

幸福
Meaning
to become involved in something that is not your concern; to hinder or obstruct
Example
Parents should not interfere in their children’s personal choices.
她收到奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福感。
B2 noun ˈvaɪtəl rɪˈsɔːrsɪz

vital resources

重要资源
Meaning
Essential assets or supplies that are crucial for survival and development.
Example
Water is one of Bangladesh's vital resources.
水是孟加拉国的重要资源之一。
B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

自然保护运动
Meaning
A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.
Example
The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.
自然保护运动在19世纪开始，旨在保护野生动物。
B2 noun /ʌnˈkaɪndnəs/

unkindness

不友善
Meaning
lack of kindness; cruel or inconsiderate behavior
Example
His unkindness hurt her feelings deeply.
他的不友善深深伤害了她的感情。
B2 noun /slɒt/

slot

插槽
Meaning
a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed
Example
Insert the card into the slot to open the door.
将卡片插入插槽以打开门。
B2 verb /ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/

dedicate

奉献
Meaning
to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person
Example
She dedicated her life to helping the poor.
她献出了自己的生命来帮助穷人。
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

关闭
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
公司的关闭使许多员工失业。
B2 verb /sɑːb/

sob

大声哭泣
Meaning
to cry noisily while taking short breaths
Example
She began to sob uncontrollably after hearing the news.
她在听到消息后开始无法控制地呜咽。
B2 adjective /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

cunning

狡猾
Meaning
Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion; cleverness in a tricky way.
Example
The cunning fox tricked the farmer.
狡猾的狐狸欺骗了农夫。
B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

可持续的
Meaning
Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.
Example
Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.
可持续的实践减少了对环境的影响。
B2 noun /ɪnˈspɛktər/

inspector

检查员
Meaning
An official employed to ensure regulations are obeyed or standards are met.
Example
The inspector carefully checked the restaurant's kitchen for hygiene standards.
检查员仔细检查了餐厅的厨房是否符合卫生标准。
B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

冰冷的; 极冷的; 敌对的
Meaning
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
Example
The icy wind made everyone shiver.
冰冷的风让每个人都颤抖。
B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保护措施
Meaning
measure or action designed to protect someone or something
Example
New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.
已实施新的保护措施以防止数据泄露。
B2 adjective /blʌnt/

blunt

钝的，直率的
Meaning
not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech
Example
Her blunt remarks offended some people.
她直率的评论冒犯了某些人。
B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

聪明地; 有风格地; 快速地
Meaning
in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly
Example
He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.
他为商务会议穿得很聪明。
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

踩
Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
不要踩到花朵。
B2 noun /dɪkˈteɪtə/

dictator

独裁者
Meaning
a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Example
The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.
独裁者用铁腕统治着国家。
B2 noun draʊt

drought

干旱
Meaning
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.
Example
Drought impacts crop growth significantly.
干旱显著影响农作物的生长。
B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

鳕鱼
Meaning
A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food
Example
The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.
渔夫在北大西洋捕到了一条大鳕鱼。
B2 noun /twɪɡ/

twig

小树枝
Meaning
a small thin branch of a tree or bush
Example
She broke a twig off the tree to use as a stick.
她从树上折下一根小树枝用作棍子。
B2 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

酸痛
Meaning
painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body
Example
After the long run, my legs were sore.
长跑后，我的腿很酸痛。
B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

反射的; 沉思的; 能反射光或图像
Meaning
thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images
Example
After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.
会议后，他处于沉思的状态。
B2 adverb /ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli/

accidentally

偶然地
Meaning
happening by chance or unexpectedly
Example
He accidentally dropped the glass.
他不小心把玻璃杯打翻了。
B2 adverb /rɪˈmɑːrkəbli/

remarkably

引人注目地
Meaning
in a way that is worthy of attention or notice; surprisingly
Example
She did remarkably well in the competition.
她在比赛中表现得引人注目。
B2 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

安慰
Meaning
comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts
Example
She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.
她需要得到安慰，以确认一切都会好起来。
B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

碰撞; 冲突
Meaning
an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests
Example
The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.
两辆车之间的碰撞造成了严重的交通堵塞。
B2 noun /ɡriːd/

Greed

贪婪
Meaning
intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food
Example
His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.
他对金钱的贪婪让他做出了不道德的商业决策。