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短语讲解：

1. Internationally, though, Ethiopia's Prime Minister was a key ally of the West in the turbulent region of Africa. He sent troops into neighboring Somalia at least twice.

at least 至少
例句：At least, I sincerely hope so. 
至少我是真诚地这样希望的。 

2. And in Syrian second biggest city Aleppo, the opposition said the attacks by government aircraft killed more than a dozen people.

more than 多于
例句：Rob likes apples more than bananas. 
罗勃对苹果比对香蕉还喜欢。 

3. The influential group have persuaded Lonmin mine management to sit down and meet with the workforce.

meet with 遇见
例句：I will meet with Peter this evening. 
今天晚上我要与彼得会面。 

4. The announcement came after President Jacob Zuma's office raised concerns staff would lose their jobs during a period of national mourning.

come after 紧跟
例句：Spring comes after winter.
冬去春来。

5. For two days she braved storm, strong currents and jellyfish stings but had to give up about the halfway.

give up 放弃
例句：Don't give up hope; keep on trying. 
不要灰心，继续努力。