A smart reproof is better than smooth deceit.严厉的责难胜过温和的欺骗。...a reproof that she responded to right away.她立即作出回应的批评言论They spoke in tones of gentle reproof.他们的语气中稍带责备。She raised her eyebrows in reproof.她竖起眉毛，满含责备。His words...
She raised her eyebrows in reproof.她竖起眉毛，满含责备。They spoke in tones of gentle reproof.他们的语气中稍带责备。His words were a mixture of pity and reproof.他的话里既有同情也有责备。...
Those involved are steeling themselves for the coming battle.那些参与者正准备迎接即将到来的战斗。I was steeling myself to call round when Simon arrived.我正下决心准备去拜访时，西蒙来了。I shut my eyes tightly, steeling myself for the blow.我紧闭着双眼, 鼓足勇气准备迎接...
He laid himself down under the thwarts and waited, panting.躺在坐板下面, 气喘吁吁地等着开船.He sat exhausted and panting, his Brow Bedewed with perspiration.他精疲力竭,喘息地坐在那儿, 汗水濡湿了眉头.He forged ahead, panting and breathless.他气喘吁吁地向前奔跑。They...