经典名人英语演讲(中英对照):Truth and Tolerance in America(6)

Most men seek wealth, all men seek happiness.
多数人追逐财富，人人寻求幸福。

2. commitment n. 承诺，许诺

I felt I did not have to make such a commitment to them.
我觉得我没有必要对他们作出那样的承诺。

3. civic a. 城市的

The US President' s visit was the most important civic event of the year.
美国总统的来访是该城市那年的头等大事。

4. slavery n. 奴隶制度

Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?
难道生命真的这样珍贵，和平真的这样美好，竟值得用枷锁与奴役为代价？

5. budget n. 预算

Budget cut backs forced the company to let go of several employees.
预算减少迫使得公司减裁了好几个员工。