英语访谈节目:美国低出生率背后的故事

The government has been extremely reluctant to expedite investigations that might result in his trial
当局极不情愿推进调查，因为其结果可能会让他接受审判。

2.adjust to 调整

Adjust your language to the age of your audience.
要根据听众的年龄使用相应的语言。

3.stand out 突出

He played the violin, and he stood out from all the other musicians.
他演奏了小提琴，把其他所有乐师都比了下去。

4.unemployment rate 失业率

No one disputes the direct linkage between the unemployment rate and crime
谁都不会质疑失业率与犯罪之间存在直接联系。

5.be likely to 有可能

They are likely to respond positively to the President's request for aid
他们可能会对总统的援助要求作出积极回应。