经济学人下载:移民家庭的母语传承(2)

1.hint at 暗示
She hinted at the possibility of a treat of some sort.
她暗示可以找找乐子什么的。
2.bring something about 引起
The only way they can bring about political change is by putting pressure on the country.
他们能引起政治变化的惟一办法就是向该国施加压力。
3.drill into something 钻(孔)，打(眼)
He drilled into the wall of Lili's bedroom.
他在丽莉卧室的墙上打孔。