和谐英语

VOA慢速英语:Romantic Relationships. Let's Talk(翻译)

2017-02-12来源:VOA
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vulnerable – adj. easily hurt or harmed physically, mentally, or emotionally

regular basis – phrase : at the same time every day, week, month, etc. : regularly <The sales team meets on a regular basis.> <He visits his grandmother on a regular basis.>

tumultuous – adj. loud, excited, and emotional

passion – n. a strong sexual or romantic feeling for someone

drama – n. a situation or series of events that is exciting and that affects people's emotions

toxic – adj. containing poisonous substances : poisonous — sometimes used figuratively : a toxic [=very unpleasant] work environment

lip-lock – v. informal : a long amorous kiss

crushed – v. to defeat in spirit <The injury crushed her hopes of winning.>