经济学人下载:长翅膀的切尔诺贝利(1)

1.propel 推进
...rocket-propelled grenades.
火箭推动的榴弹
2.hurl 猛投
He hurled a brick through the window.
他往窗户里扔了块砖。
3.spew out 喷出
The volcano spewed out more scorching volcanic ashes, gases and rocks
火山喷出更多灼热的火山灰、气体和岩块。
4.deter阻止；打消念头
Supporters of the death penalty argue that it would deter criminals from carrying guns.
死刑的支持者认为它能阻吓罪犯携带枪支。