经济学人下载:韩国财阀:三星的的千亿美元投资(1)

1.de facto 实际上的
This might be interpreted as a de facto recognition of the republic's independence.
这也许可解释为对共和国独立存在的认可。
2.pledge to 承诺；保证
He would keep his pledge to the utmost of his power.
他将极力信守他的誓言。
3.rein in 控制；放慢
Many people have begun looking for long-term ways to rein in spending.
很多人已经开始寻找控制开支的长远方式。
4.slowdown 放慢；减慢
There has been a sharp slowdown in economic growth.
在经济增长方面一直存在急剧的减速。