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VOA慢速英语:Saudi Arabia Ends Diplomatic Ties With Iran

2016-01-05来源:VOA

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词汇讲解：

1. execute vt. 执行; 完成; 履行
例句：We would thank you to execute the order as soon as possible.
感谢您能尽快安排所订购的货物并早日交货。

2. criticize vt.批评; 评论; 指责
例句：Don't get me wrong, I wasn't trying to criticize you.
别误会，我并不是企图批评你。

3. protest n.抗议; 反对; 申明
例句：I feel constrained to write and protest the decision.
我不得不写信抗议这一决定。

4. threaten vt.危及; 恐吓
例句：Black clouds threaten a storm.
乌云是暴风雨的先兆。

5. engagevt.聘用; 吸引住
例句：Bright colors engage a baby's attention.
鲜艳的颜色引起婴孩的注意。

6. urge vt.催促; 推进，驱策
例句：Many physicians urge aerobic exercise.
很多医生鼓励户外活动。