The boy was busied about some mechanical contrivance.这孩子正在忙着做什么手工.music with a tendency towards contrivance and lack of substance.矫揉造作而缺乏实质性内容的音乐Such a machine is beyond the contrivance of ordinary people.这种机器是一般人发明不出来的....
...the breathless excitement of early 1988, when hundreds and thousands of citizens gathered nightly for political meetings.1988年年初,兴奋与狂热的情绪令人窒息,成百上千的市民每晚聚在一起参加政治集会His eyes kindled with excitement.他兴奋得两眼闪闪发亮.She’s always...
The acoustics of the new concert hall are excellent.新音乐厅的传声效果极佳。The acoustics of the new concert hall are excellent.这座新音乐厅的音响效果极好.The auditorium has comfortable seating and modern acoustics.礼堂里有舒适的座椅和现代化的音响设备....
He was acclaimed for his acerbic wit and repartee.他以一针见血的妙语巧辩而备受好评。The letter was written in her usual acerbic style.这封信是用她惯常的尖刻语调写的。His lyrics are as acerbic and poignant as they ever have been.他的歌词一如既往的犀利辛辣。...
Anna: Sorry, Carlo, I have to do the laundry now.安娜: 对不起, 卡洛, 我得去洗衣服了.Today is a good day to do the laundry.今天是洗衣服的好天气.Well, I to remind you, but to do the laundry.是啊, 我不愿提醒你, 但是轮到你洗衣了....