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flash-point是什么意思

flash-point

英文词源


flash-point (n.)
also flashpoint, "temperature at which vapor will ignite momentarily," 1869, from flash (v.) + point (n.). Figurative use by 1955. Slightly earlier as flashing-point (1867).

双语例句


1. She had heard the news-flash on a TV channel's news update.
她在一家电视台的新闻快讯中听到了这则简明新闻。

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2. "What did Moira tell you?" Liz demanded with a flash of anger.
“莫伊拉跟你说什么啦?”利兹突然生气地质问道。

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3. The answer had come to him in a flash.
他一下子就有了答案。

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4. The essays could do with a flash of wit or humor.
这些散文需要一些出其不意的风趣或幽默。

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5. Quick as a flash, the man said, "I have to, don't I?"
那人立即说道:“我必须如此,是不是?”

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