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VOA慢速英语:Once a US Soldier, Iranian Immigrant Now Serves Veterans
词汇讲解:
1. inspire vt.激励; 鼓舞; 启迪
例句:These herbs will inspire you to try out all sorts of exotic-flavoured dishes!
这些香草会激发你去品尝各种异国风味的菜肴!
2. incredibly adv.难以置信地
例句:Being tall can make you feel incredibly self-confident
个子高会使你感觉极其自信。
3. recognize vt.承认; 识别; 认出
例句:The receptionist recognized him at once
接待员一眼就认出他了。
4. infantry n.步兵; 步兵部队
例句:The infantry were advancing to attack the ridge
步兵部队正在向前挺进攻打山脊。
5. privilege n.特权
例句:I esteem it a privilege to address such a distinguished audience.
我认为能向各位贵宾演讲十分荣幸。
6. express vt.表达; 表示; 显而易见
例句:He expressed grave concern at American attitudes
他对美国的态度表示严重关切。
7. opportunity n.机会; 适当的时机良机; 有利的环境
例句: I had an opportunity to go to New York and study
我曾经有一个去纽约学习的机会。