cattle [`k1ty] n.

牛群（視為複數）

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l

l valley [`v1li] n. 山谷；河谷

l portion [`p7r]4n] n. （食物的）一份；一客
l village [`v6l6d.] n. 村落
l tend [t5nd] v. 往往會、經常（之後接 to V.）；傾向於
l realize [`ri4~la6z] v. 意識到、理解到 （某種特質，之後接 toward N.）

l explain [6k`splen] v. 解釋、說明 l chew [t]u] v. 咀嚼；啃、咬

l inferior [6n`f6ri0] adj. 較差的、低劣的（常用 be l breathe [bri\] v. 呼吸（文中 breathe in 表示「吸氣」）

inferior to sb/sth 表示「比……差；不如……」）
l choke [t]ok] v. 哽噎；使窒息
l citizen [`s6t4z4n] n. （某地的）居民、市民；公民
l handle [`h1ndy] v. 處理

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NO. 201 1 月 10–11 日

l solution [s4`lu]4n] n. 解決方式；解答 l exactly [6g`z1ktli] adv. 正好；精確地

l beyond [bi`3nd] prep. 在……的另一邊、越過 l distance [`d6st4ns] n. 距離

l painful [`penf4l] adj. 痛苦的、疼痛的 l period [`p6ri4d] n. 一段時間、時段、時期

l struggle [`str9g4l] v. 掙扎、努力奮鬥 l litter [`l6t0] v. 到處亂丟；使凌亂（常用被動語態 be

littered with sth 表示「充滿……；到處都是……」）
l harmless [`h3rml4s] adj. 無害的（字尾 -less 表示
「無、沒有……的」） l determine [d6`t-m4n] v. 斷定；決定
l awake [4`wek] adj. 清醒的、醒著的 v. 醒來 l reveal [r6`vil] v. 透露、洩露
l product [`pr3d9kt] n. 產品、製品 l typically [`t6p6kli] adv. 通常；典型地
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l temporarily [~t5mp4`r5r4li] adv. 暫時地；臨時地 l merchant [`m-t]4nt] n. 商人

l miracle [`m6r6k4l] n. 奇蹟；神奇、不可思議的事 l source [s7rs] n. 消息來源；來源

l dose [dos] n. （藥物的）一劑；劑量 l bait [bet] n. 餌、誘餌

l muscle [`m9s4l] n. 肌肉 l actually [`1kt]4li] adv. 事實上、實際上；其實

l daily [`deli] adj. 每天的；按天計算的 l upset [~9p`s5t] adj. 難過的；惱怒的；沮喪的

l similarly [`s6m4l0li] adv. 相似地；類似地 l pretend [pr6`t5nd] v. 假裝

l average [`1v4r6d.] adj. 一般、普通的；平均的 l flight [fla6t] n. 飛行；航班

l advertise [`1dv0%ta6z] v. 登廣告；宣傳、公布

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l achievement [4`t]ivm4nt] n. 成就、功績（可數）；

l positive [`p3z4t6v] adj. 正面的；積極的
達成（不可數）
l invent [6n`v5nt] v. 發明、創造
l challenge [`t]1l4nd.] n. 挑戰
l communicate [k4`mjun4%ket] v. 溝通
l tasty [`testi] adj. 美味可口的
l item [`a6t4m] n. 一件商品、物品；項目
l tube [tub] n. 管子；管狀物
l define [d6`fa6n] v. 給……下定義；闡明
l rocket [`r3k4t] n. 火箭
l lace [les] n. 鞋帶；蕾絲 v. 繫鞋帶
l select [s4`l5kt] v. 選擇、挑選
l pattern [`p1t0n] n. 圖案、花樣；形式、模式
l float [flot] v. （在空中）飄浮；漂浮
 l The cattle stood there eating grass. l I live in a valley between two great mountains.
牛群站在那裡吃草。 我住在兩座高山之間的山谷裡。
l I couldn’t finish my portion of rice. l Only a few hundred people live in that tiny village.
我吃不完我這一客飯。 只有幾百人住在那個小村落裡。
l Brian tends to fall asleep at his desk. l Once we were on the road, I realized I’d forgotten to
布萊恩往往在書桌上睡著。 bring my book bag.
l The dog chewed on the bone. 我們一上路我就意識到我忘了帶書包。
那隻狗在啃骨頭。 l The teacher explained the meaning of the story to her
l It’s hard to breathe this far up in the mountains. students.
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NO. 201 1 月 1–2 日

在這麼高的山上令人呼吸困難。 老師向她的學生解釋那個故事的含意。
l Stan ate his sandwich too quickly and almost choked. l The old model is inferior to the new one.
史坦吃三明治時吃太快，差點噎住。 舊款比新款差。
l If you can’t handle the work, maybe you should do l If you’re an adult citizen of this country, you can vote for
something else. president.
如果你無法處理這份工作，也許你應該去做其他的事。 如果你是這個國家的成年公民，你就可以投票選總統。

l A day of rest is exactly what I need. l I could no longer see well, so my solution was to get
休息一天正是我需要的。 glasses. 我再也看不清楚了，所以我的解決之道是配眼鏡。
l The distance between the two towns is about 50 miles. l Just beyond the field is a large forest.
兩城鎮之間的距離大約是五十英里。 越過這片原野就是一座廣大的森林。
l We had a 10-minute break period between classes. l By accident, I cut myself with the scissors; the wound
我們課堂之間有十分鐘的休息時間。 was quite painful.
l The sidewalk was littered with bottles and cans. 我不小心用剪刀割傷了自己；傷口相當痛。
人行道上到處都是瓶瓶罐罐。 l Jeff struggled to finish all of his work by the end of the
It’s hard to determine how long it will take to get there day. 傑夫努力要在這天結束前把所有工作做完。
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l
NO. 201 1 月 2–3 日

from here. l Ants are harmless, even if they might bother you.
很難斷定從這裡到那裡要花多久時間。 螞蟻不會造成傷害，即使牠們可能讓你很煩。
l Ken revealed that he was the one who ate my slice of l I’ll be awake by 9:00 a.m. tomorrow morning.
cake. 肯透露說他就是吃掉我那塊蛋糕的人。 我明天早上九點會醒來。
l The weather here is typically warm at this time of year.
每年的這個時期，這裡的天氣通常很溫暖。 l The company sold more products this year than it did
last year. 這間公司今年賣出的產品比去年多。

l Those merchants sell fine clothing. l The elevator is temporarily out of service.
那些商人販售高級服飾。 這電梯暫時無法使用。
l These books are excellent sources of knowledge. l It’s a miracle that no one was hurt in the car accident.
這些書是知識的絕佳來源。 那場車禍中無人受傷是個奇蹟。
l I tried to catch a mouse by using cheese as bait. l Don’t take more than a single dose of that medicine.
我試著用起司作誘餌來抓老鼠。 那種藥物不要吃超過一劑。
l It rains a lot during the summer, but I actually don’t l My muscles are sore from working out all afternoon.
mind that. 我的肌肉因整個下午的鍛鍊而疼痛。
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夏天時下很多雨，但我其實不在意那點。 l Melissa is about to go on her daily jog.

梅莉莎正要去進行每天的慢跑運動。
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l Todd is upset that Wendy didn’t invite him to her party.

溫蒂沒有邀陶德去參加她的派對，讓他很難過。 l The machine works similarly to a fan.
l I knew what had happened, but I pretended that I had 那部機器運作方式跟風扇類似。
no idea. l The average age in the class is 16.
我知道發生了什麼事，但我假裝不知道。 班上學生的平均年齡是十六歲。
l The bird spread its wings and took flight. l The school is advertising for a new math teacher.
那隻鳥展翅高飛。 該校正在登廣告找新的數學老師。

l The author considered the book to be his proudest l My time at the camp was a very positive experience.
achievement.
我在營隊的時光是非常正面的經驗。
那位作者認為這本書是他最自豪的成就。
l Fans were invented to cool people off in hot weather.
l I’ve never hiked a mountain before, but I’m up for the
電風扇的發明是讓人在大熱天時涼爽的。
challenge.
我從來沒爬過山，但我想要接受這項挑戰。 l I had trouble communicating with people in France
because I don’t speak French.
l These donuts are pretty tasty!
因為我不會說法文，所以在法國難以和人溝通。
這些甜甜圈很可口！
l There are several items on the shelf.
l There’s a little bit of skin cream left in the tube.
NO. 201 1 月 15–16 日

架上有好幾項商品。
管子裡還有剩一點護膚霜。
NO. 201 1 月 5, 8 日

l The word “kitten” is defined as “a young cat.”

l The rocket flew all the way to the moon.
「kitten」這個字被定義為「小貓」。
那艘火箭一路飛到月球。
l Don’t forget to tie your laces.
l Jill selected a magazine from the shelf and started
別忘了綁鞋帶。
reading. 吉兒從書架上挑選了一本雜誌，然後開始閱讀。
l The leaf floated on the surface of the water. l Theo’s shirt has a pattern of black and white squares.
那片葉子漂浮在水面上。 西奧的襯衫有黑白方塊的圖案。
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l instrument [`6nstr4m4nt] n. 儀器；器材
l extremely [6k`strimli] adv. 非常、極其；極端地
l damage [`d1m6d.] v. 傷害、損害
l available [4`vel4b4l] adj. 可得的；可利用的；
l protect [pr4`t5kt] v. 保護、防護 有空的

l reserve [r6`z-v] n. （野生生物）保護區 l threaten [`qr5tx] v. 威脅、恐嚇；危害到

l trail [trel] n. 林間小徑；（特定）路線 l resist [r6`z6st] v. 抗拒、抵抗（常接 N./V-ing 作受詞）

l native [`net6v] adj. （動植物）原產於（某地）；土 l release [r6`lis] v. 釋放、放出

生土長的
l constant [`k3nst4nt] adj. 持續不斷的、經常發生的
l exist [6g`z6st] v. 存在

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l outdoor [`a8t~d7r] adj. 戶外的
l feature [`fit]0] n. 面貌、五官（作此義時常用複數形）；
l mushroom [`m9]~rum] n. 蘑菇；洋菇 特徵

l mainly [`menli] adv. 主要地；大部分地 l immediately [6`midi4tli] adv. 立刻、馬上

l underground [~9nd0`gra8nd] adv. 在地下 l emotion [6`mo]4n] n. 情緒、感情

l shocking [`]3k6;] adj. 令人震驚的 l nervous [`n-v4s] adj. 緊張的；擔憂的

l system [`s6st4m] n. 系統、體系 l squeeze [skwiz] v. 捏、擠壓

l security [s6`kj8r4ti] n. 安全；防護 l reaction [ri`1k]4n] n. 反應

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NO. 201 1 月 29–30 日

l mall [m7l] n. 購物中心 l bubble [`b9b4l] n. 泡泡、氣泡

l tax [t1ks] n. 稅、稅款 l resource [`ri~s7rs] n. 資源

l stuff [st9f ] n. 物品；東西 l sort [s7rt] n. 種類、類別（all sorts of 表示「各式各樣的」）

l lifetime [`la6f%ta6m] n. 一生、終生 l require [r6`kwa6r] v. 需要、要求

l excellence [`5ks4l4ns] n. 卓越、優秀 l informed [6n`f7rmd] adj. 了解情況的；資訊充足的

l delivery [d6`l6v4ri] n. 運送、遞送 l indeed [6n`did] adv. 實際上；的確、確實

l champion [`t]1mpi4n] n. 擁護者、捍衛者；冠軍

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NO. 201 1 月 31 日

l outdoors [a8t`d7rz] n. 戶外、野外 adv. 在戶外 l accurate [`1kj4r4t] adj. 精確的；準確的

l achieve [4`t]iv] v. 完成；實現 l conclusion [k4n`klu.4n] n. 結論

l passion [`p1]4n] n. 熱情；強烈喜愛 l condition [k4n`d6]4n] n. 疾病、健康問題；情況、

狀況
l promote [pr4`mot] v. 提倡、促進；推廣
l frustrate [`fr9s~tret] v. 使受挫；使沮喪（frustrated
l rumor [`rum0] n. 謠言；傳聞
是過去分詞作形容詞，表示「（因受挫而）沮喪或惱怒的」）

l profit [`pr3f4t] n. 收益；利潤

l replacement [r6`plesm4nt] n. 替代物；取代
 l Driving at very high speeds is extremely dangerous. l The captain uses a range of instruments on board the
高速駕駛是極度危險的。 plane.
l Dr. Benson is not available right now, but I’ll have him 機長在飛機上使用一系列的儀器。
return your call. l I dropped my phone, but the screen wasn’t damaged.
班森醫生現在沒空接電話，但是我會請他回你電話。 我的手機掉落了，但螢幕沒有受損。
l The people of this country are threatened by a lack of l Carla says that she will always protect her little sister.
clean water. 卡拉說她會永遠保護她妹妹。
這個國家的人民飽受缺乏乾淨水的威脅。 l Many elephants live on this reserve.

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NO. 201 1 月 25–26 日

l I couldn’t resist taking one more cookie. 許多大象住在這個保育區裡。

我忍不住又吃了一片餅乾。 l We followed the trail to the edge of the forest.
l Some snakes release poison when they bite. 我們循著小徑來到了森林邊緣。
有些蛇咬人時會釋放毒液。 l The giant panda is native to China.
l Debra experiences constant stress because she is 大貓熊原產地在中國。
always very busy. l Harold believes that aliens exist.
黛柏拉因為一直很忙碌而經常處在壓力之下。 哈洛德相信有外星人存在。

l The man’s soft features gave him a kind face. l The outdoor event will be held next month.
那個人柔和的容貌讓他有一張和善的臉。 這場戶外活動將於下個月舉辦。
l When the fire alarm went off, I immediately ran outside. l I often add chopped mushrooms to my spaghetti.
火災警報器響起時，我立刻跑到外面。 我做義大利麵常會加入碎磨菇。
l I experienced a wide range of emotions as I watched l The store mainly sells textbooks.
the movie. 那間店主要賣教科書。
我看這部電影時經歷了各種情緒。
l Some animals live underground.
l This will be my first time speaking in public, so I’m a bit 有些動物生活在地底下。
nervous.
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NO. 201 1 月 19, 22 日

這將會是我第一次在公開場合演說，所以我有點緊張。
l I just heard the shocking news.
我剛聽到那個令人震驚的消息。
l Betty squeezed the bottle to get the last of the ketchup
out.
l The system provides power to the entire region.
這個系統提供這整個地區的電力。
貝蒂擠壓瓶子將剩下的番茄醬擠出來。
l Please let the doctor know if you have any negative
l For security purposes, please answer the following
reactions to the medicine. questions.
為求安全，請回答以下問題。
如果你會對藥物起不良反應，請告知醫生。

l There are lots of tiny bubbles in this soda.

l This mall has over two hundred stores.
這間購物中心有超過兩百間商店。
這瓶汽水中有很多微小的氣泡。
l The dictionary is a great resource for those who wish to
l I paid no tax on the gifts I bought at the airport.
我在機場買的禮物不用付稅。
build their vocabulary.
字典對想要增加單字量的人來說是一個很棒的資源。 l The drawer was filled will all kinds of old stuff.
那個抽屜裝滿各種舊物品。
l All sorts of animals live in this forest.
各種各樣的動物住在這個森林裡。 l It would take a lifetime to read all the books in this
l Students at this school are required to wear uniforms. library.
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NO. 201 1 月 22–24 日

要看完這間圖書館所有的書需要一輩子。
這所學校的學生被要求要穿制服。
l I read the news every day to keep myself informed.
l This school maintains high standards of excellence.
這間學校堅持高標準的卓越。
我每天都會看新聞以獲得最新消息。
l You were right—that mountain was indeed too high to
l We ordered a pizza for delivery.
我們點了外送披薩。
climb.
你是對的——那座山的確太高而難以攀爬。 l She has always been a champion of social rights.
她一直是社會權利的擁護者。

l The story isn’t accurate; in fact, it’s entirely made up. l I don’t mind working at the park—I love the outdoors.
這個說法並不準確；事實上這完全是編造的。 我不介意在公園工作，我熱愛戶外。
l After I searched the whole house, I came to the l I have achieved most of my goals.
conclusion that the cat had run away. 我已經達成大部分的目標。
在我尋遍整間房子後，我得出一個結論就是貓已跑走了。 l Gary has a passion for classical music.
l Because of my condition, I can’t eat any sugar. 蓋瑞熱愛古典樂。
因為我的病，我不能吃任何糖分。 l The ad is promoting a new type of energy drink.
這則廣告在推銷一種新的能量飲料。
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l I got frustrated when I couldn’t solve the puzzle.

我無法解開謎題時，我變得很沮喪。 I heard a rumor that Clark will be leaving the company
NO. 201 1 月 31 日

l The girl lost her book bag, so her mother bought her a soon.
replacement. 我聽到傳聞說克拉克很快就會離開公司。
這女孩書包掉了，所以她母親買一個替代品給她。 l The business is barely earning a profit, so I’m not sure
how long the store will last.
這間店生意幾乎沒有獲利，所以我不確定它還能持續多久。
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NO. 202 2 月 8–9 日

l retire [r6`ta6r] v. 退休 l junk [d.9;k] n. 沒用的東西；廢棄物品（作此義時為不可
數名詞）
l moderate [`m3d4r4t] adj. 適度的、節制的；適中的
l practically [`pr1kt6kli] adv. 幾乎、差不多；實際上
l accomplish [4`k3mpl6] ] v. 達到、完成
l author [`7q0] n. 作者
l depart [d6`p3rt] v. 出發、動身、啟程
l spark [sp3rk] v. 引發、激起（興趣、辯論等）
l accompany [4`k9mpni] v. 陪伴、陪同
l shift [ ]6ft] v. 改變、移動（位置）
l accidentally [~1ks4`d5ntyi] adv. 意外地；偶然地
l couch [ka8t] ] n. 沙發

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l horrible [`h7r4b4l] adj. 糟糕的；可怕的 l functional [`f9;k]4n4l] adj. 有功能的；實用的

l engaged [6n`ged.d] adj. 訂婚的 l cable [`keb4l] n. 電線；纜線

l  instruction [6n`str9k]4n] n. 命令、指示（作此義時 l  boast [bost] v. 擁有（值得自豪的東西）；吹噓、誇

常用複數形） 耀（作此義時可作及物或不及物用）

l precisely [pr6`sa6sli] adv. 精準地、確切地；正好 l recipe [`r5s4pi] n. 食譜

l unique [ j8`nik] adj. 獨特的；獨一無二的 l invention [6n`v5n]4n] n. 發明；創造物

l theory [`qi4ri] n. 觀點、看法；理論、學說

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NO. 202 2 月 12–13 日

l absorb [4b`z7rb] v. 吸收 l slave [slev] n. 奴隸

l  surroundings [s4`ra8nd6;z] n. 周圍環境、生活 l popularity [~p3pj4`l1r4ti] n. 流行；受歡迎（度）

環境（作此義時恆用複數）
l crispy [`kr6spi] adj. 酥脆的
l moreover [m7r`ov0] adv. 此外；而且
l spice [spa6s] v. 加香料於……
l instantly [`6nst4ntli] adv. 立即；馬上
l  convenience [k4n`vinj4ns] n. 便利；帶來方便
l contrast [`k3n~tr1st] n. 明暗對比、顏色反差； 的事物、便利設施
差異
l dip [d6p] v. 浸、沾一下
l  blend [bl5nd] v. （使）混合；（使）交融（blend in
在此指「融入」）
NO. 202 2 月 6–7 日

NO. 202 2 月 13, 15 日

l delight [d6`la6t] v. 使愉悅；使高興 l flavor [`flev0] n. 味道；口味

l nevertheless [~n5v0\4`l5s] adv. 儘管如此；不過 l era [`5r4] n. 年代；時期

l witness [`w6tn4s] v. 目睹；見證 l  owe [o] v. 應該給予（某人……）、應該為（某人

做……）
l fold [fold] n. 皺摺；折線 v. 折疊
l competitor [k4m`p5t4t0] n. 競爭者；對手
l expand [6k`sp1nd] v. 使擴展、擴大
l immigrant [`6m4gr4nt] n. 移民
l  economical [~5k4`n3m6k4l] adj. 經濟實惠的；
節約的 l install [6n`st7l] v. 安裝
 l This closet is filled with old junk. l My grandparents don’t work anymore; they retired years
這個衣櫥裡滿滿都是舊雜物。 ago.
l She goes to her friend’s house every day; she 我祖父母不再工作了；他們幾年前就退休了。
practically lives there. l I’m looking for something at a moderate price, neither
她每天都去她朋友家；她幾乎住在那裡了。 cheap nor expensive.
l Mr. Lambert is an author who has written dozens of 我在找價格適中的、既不便宜也不太貴的東西。
short stories. l Billy had accomplished many of his major goals by the
朗伯先生是名寫了數十篇短篇故事的作者。 time he was 40.
l Watching baseball on TV sparked my interest in sports. 比利在他四十歲時就完成了許多主要的目標。
看電視上的棒球比賽引起了我對運動的興趣。 l The boat departs at seven o’clock tomorrow morning.
NO. 202 2 月 8–9 日

NO. 202 2 月 1–2 日

l I shifted the bookcase against the wall. 那艘船明天早上七點鐘出發。
我將書櫃移到靠牆的位置。 l Wendy accompanied her sister to the parade.
l Greg sat on the couch and read a newspaper. 溫蒂陪她妹妹去遊行。
葛雷格坐在沙發上看報紙。 l Dan accidentally tore the paper.
丹不小心把紙撕破了。

l The shelf wasn’t designed to look nice; it’s simply l That typhoon we had last week was just horrible!
functional. 我們上週的那個颱風實在是很可怕！
這櫃子不是被設計好看的；它純粹是實用。 l Ed and Norma just got engaged, and their wedding is
l He plugged one end of the cable into the wall. next month.
他把電線的一端插到牆上的插座。 艾德和諾瑪剛訂婚，他們的婚禮在下個月。
l Darren boasted to his friends about his team’s victory l Listen carefully to the teacher’s instructions.
in the game. 要仔細聽老師的指示。
戴倫跟朋友誇耀說他的球隊在比賽中獲勝了。 l This shirt is nice, but it isn’t precisely what I’m looking
l My grandmother has a fantastic recipe for chicken to buy.
NO. 202 2 月 9, 12 日

noodle soup. 這件上衣很棒，但並不完全是我想要買的東西。

NO. 202 2 月 2, 5 日

我奶奶有一份超美味的雞湯麵食譜。 l That’s one unique painting—I’ve never seen anything

l The light bulb was one of the most significant like it.
inventions in history. 那是一幅獨特的畫作——我從未看過像這樣的畫。
燈泡是史上最重要的發明之一。 l No one knows where Patty went; my theory is that she
went to live in Europe.
沒有人知道派蒂去哪裡了；我認為她去歐洲住了。

l I strongly believe that no human being should be treated l The napkin absorbed the water that had spilled.
as a slave. 餐巾紙吸收了濺出的水。
我堅信沒有人應該被當成奴隸對待。 l I took a look at my surroundings—the trees and the
l With each new album, the band’s popularity grew. mountains—and felt happy.
這個樂團每出一張新專輯就愈受歡迎。 我看了看周圍環境（樹木和山岳）覺得很快樂。
l These fries are perfectly crispy! l It was very cold in the basement. Moreover, there was
這些薯條超酥脆！ very little light.
l I spiced up the soup with some pepper. 地下室非常冷。此外，那裡光線微弱。
我在湯裡加了一些胡椒。 l He opened the file, and the computer instantly crashed.
NO. 202 2 月 12–13 日

他打開了檔案，電腦立刻就當機了。
NO. 202 2 月 5–6 日

l It’s a huge convenience living so close to the subway.

住在離地鐵很近的地方非常方便。 l The two colors are not quite the same—there is a slight
l Neil likes to dip his onion rings in ketchup. contrast.
奈爾喜歡拿洋蔥圈沾番茄醬吃。 這兩種顏色不太一樣——有一點差異。
l The green frog blends in with plants.
綠色的青蛙融入植物當中。

l The flavor of this candy is too sweet for me. l The puppet show delighted the children.
這個糖果的味道對我來說太甜了。 木偶戲使孩子們都很開心。
l The 1960s were an era that saw many cultural changes. l I already ate dinner. Nevertheless, I’ll go with you to the
一九六○年代是個見證許多文化變遷的年代。 restaurant.
l We owe her our respect. 我已經吃過晚餐了。儘管如此，我還是會跟你去餐廳。
我們應該對她表達尊敬。 l I just witnessed a man jump out of a third-story window
l The company lost market share when its competitor and land on his feet.
released a new line of products. 我剛目睹了一名男子從三層樓高的窗戶跳下，並雙腳著地。
這間公司在它的競爭對手推出一系列新產品時就失掉了市占率。 l Tear the paper along the fold.
NO. 202 2 月 13, 15 日

沿著這折線把紙撕下來。
NO. 202 2 月 6–7 日

l My grandfather came to this country as an immigrant

from Russia. l When you breathe in, your lungs expand.
我祖父以俄羅斯移民的身分來到這個國家。 當你吸氣時，你的肺會擴大。
l We hired someone to install new pipes in the building. l I’d prefer an economical car that uses less gas.
我們雇人來安裝這棟大樓的新水管。 我比較喜歡油耗少、經濟型的車子。
 NO. 202 2 月 16, 19 日

NO. 202 2 月 22–23 日

l champion [`t]1mpi4n] v. 提倡；支持 l zone [`zon] n. 區域；地區

l construct [k4n`str9kt] v. 建造；修建 l eventually [6`v5nt]4w4li] adv. 終於；最後

l  desperate [`d5spr4t] adj. 極度渴望的；鋌而走險 l relatively [`r5l4t6vli] adv. 相對地；相對而言

的、拼命的
l audio [`7di~o] adj. （電視）音的；音頻的、聽覺的
l demonstrate [`d5m4n~stret] v. 示範；說明、證明 n. 聲音；音頻訊號

l humanity [hju`m1n4ti] n. 人類、（總稱）人 l technique [t5k`nik] n. 技術；方法

l  variety [v4`ra64ti] n.
變化、多樣性（a wide variety
of sth 指「多樣化的……；各式各樣的……」）

NO. 202 2 月 19–20 日

NO. 202 2 月 23, 26 日

l harmony [`h3rm4ni] n. 和諧；協調 l critic [`kr6t6k] n. 評論家；批評者

l sensibly [`s5ns4b4li] adv. 理性地；明智地 l merely [`m6rli] adv. 只是；僅僅

l budget [`b9d.4t] n. 預算 l site [sa6t] n. 地點；遺址

l  risk [r6sk] v. 使承擔……的風險（作及物用，常接 V-ing l fantastic [f1n`t1st6k] adj. 很棒的、了不起的

表示「冒著……的風險；有……的危險」）
l fame [fem] n. 名氣、聲譽
l beneath [b6`niq] prep. 在……底下、在……下面
l magnificent [m1g`n6f4s4nt] adj. 宏偉的、壯麗的
l suitable [`sut4b4l] adj. 合適的、適宜的
NO. 202 2 月 20–21 日

NO. 202 2 月 26–27 日

l barrier [`b5ri0] n. 障礙；屏障 l decoration [~d5k4`re]4n] n. 裝飾品；裝飾、裝潢

l shelter [`]5lt0] n. 避難所、躲避處；庇護 l remain [r6`men] v. 維持、保持

l concrete [`k3n~krit] adj. 混凝土的；具體的（也可 l ideal [a6`dil] adj. 理想的、非常合適的

唸成 [k3n`krit]）
l various [`v5ri4s] adj. 各式各樣的；不同的
l fuel [`fju4l] n. 燃料
l charm [t]3rm] n. 魅力、吸引力
l economy [6`k3n4mi] n. 經濟；經濟狀況、制度
l continent [`k3nt4n4nt] n. 大陸、洲
NO. 202 2 月 21–22 日

NO. 202 2 月 28 日

l prosper [`pr3sp0] v. 繁榮、興旺；成功 l  suffer [`s9f0] v. 受折磨；患病（作此義時為不及物動

詞，常接 from sth 表示「受……所苦；患有……疾病」）
l species [`spi]iz] n. （生物的）物種（單複數同形）
l respond [r6`sp3nd] v. 回應；回覆（之後接 to sth）
l comedy [`k3m4di] n. 喜劇
l physical [`f6z6k4l] adj. 身體的、生理的
l performance [ p0`f7rm4ns] n. 演出；表演
l concern [k4n`s-n] n. 令人擔心的事 v. 使擔心
l audience [`7di4ns] n. 觀眾；聽眾
l discourage [d6s`k-6d.] v. 阻礙；打消……的念頭
 l That zone of the city is blocked off by police. l Mr. Wellington has often championed social causes.
城市中的那個區域被警察封鎖了。 威靈頓先生經常在支持社會公益。
l It took me forever to find my socks; I eventually found l The bridge was constructed just last year.
them under the bed. 這座橋去年才剛建好。
我找襪子找了很久；最後我在床底下找到了。 l I’m desperate for work—I’ve been looking for a job for
l It’s relatively quiet today. Usually, this restaurant is four months.
packed. 我非常渴望有一份工作——我已經找工作找了四個月了。
這家餐廳今天相對冷清，它通常擠滿了人。 l The music teacher demonstrated how to play the song
l The audio level is too low—turn up the volume. on the piano.

NO. 202 2 月 16, 19 日

NO. 202 2 月 22–23 日

聲音太小了——把音量調大。 那位音樂老師示範如何用鋼琴彈奏這首歌。
l This scene of the film was shot using special camera l It is my hope that humanity finds peace.
techniques. 我希望全人類能獲得和平。
這部電影的場景是用特殊的攝影技巧拍攝的。 l There is a wide variety of tea at this shop.
這家店裡有各式各樣的茶。

l Critics of the new law say that it will be bad for small l The colors and shapes in the painting give it a wonderful
businesses. harmony.
這項新法的批評者表示新法對小公司不利。 這幅畫裡的顏色和形狀賦予它美妙的和諧。
l Tom isn’t old enough to vote; he’s merely five years old. l Eat sensibly—don’t just have sweets all the time.
湯姆還不到投票的年紀；他才五歲。 吃東西要理性——不要只一直吃甜食。
l The Western Wall is a famous site in Israel. l I would buy the boat, but it’s well out of my budget.
西牆是以色列的一個著名景點。 我想買那艘船，但它遠超過我的預算。
l Try the cake—it’s simply fantastic! l If you don’t write down the number, you risk forgetting it.
嚐嚐這個蛋糕——簡直太棒了！ 如果你不把號碼寫下來，會有忘記的風險。
NO. 202 2 月 23, 26 日

NO. 202 2 月 19–20 日

l The singer finally found fame with a string of successful l I found the missing paper beneath the desk.
singles. 我在書桌下面找到那張失蹤的紙。
那位歌手在出了一連串成功單曲之後終於成名了。 l This house seems suitable for a family of four.
l Look at that magnificent castle! 這棟房子似乎適合四口之家。
看看那座宏偉的城堡！

l It’s February now, so it’s about time you took down l The wall serves as a barrier between the two parts of
those Christmas decorations. the city.
現在二月了，所以你早該把這些聖誕飾品拿下來了。 這道牆可作為城市裡兩個區域間的屏障。
l It started to rain, but we remained dry by staying l We should go to the shelter to keep safe during the
indoors. storm.
開始下雨了，但我們藉著待在室內來保持乾爽。 在暴風雨期間，我們應該前往避難所以策安全。
l Noon would be an ideal time to meet for lunch. l They stood on the concrete sidewalk and waited for the
中午會是個碰面吃午餐的理想時間。 bus.
l Pat has various types of flowers in his garden. 他們站在混凝土人行道上等公車。
NO. 202 2 月 26–27 日

NO. 202 2 月 20–21 日

派特的花園裡有各式各樣的花。 l Most cars use gasoline as fuel.

l This cute, little café has loads of charm. 大多數汽車使用汽油作為燃料。
這間可愛的小咖啡館很有魅力。 l The economy began to improve once the government
l Australia is both a continent and a country. reduced taxes.
澳洲既是個洲也是個國家。 政府一減稅，經濟就開始好轉了。

l Peter often suffers from headaches. l During this peaceful period, the nation prospered
彼得時常受頭痛所苦。 greatly.
l The dog responded to his owner’s command and sat 在這段和平時期，該國大幅繁榮發展。
on the floor. l Scientists have discovered a new species of frog.
這隻狗回應主人的指令坐在地上。 科學家們發現了一個青蛙的新品種。
l Running 50 miles would be a serious physical l I don’t feel like watching something serious. How about
challenge. we watch a comedy?
跑五十英里會是一項嚴苛的體能挑戰。 我不想看嚴肅的東西。我們看喜劇好不好？
l The only concern I have about visiting Toronto is that l They’re putting on a performance of Romeo and Juliet
NO. 202 2 月 21–22 日

it’s so cold there. at the theater tonight.

NO. 202 2 月 28 日

去多倫多觀光，我唯一擔心的事是那裡太冷了。 他們今晚要在這家劇院演出《羅密歐與茱麗葉》。
l Those rules were set in place to discourage bad l The audience cheered at the end of the show.
behavior. 表演結束時，觀眾歡呼叫好。
設立那些規則是要阻止不當行為。
 NO. 203 3 月 1–2 日

NO. 203 3 月 7–9 日

l vast [v1st] adj. 廣大的、廣闊的 l appliance [4`pla64ns] n. （家用）電器、器械
l instruct [6n`str9kt] v. 指示；指導 l gym [d.6m] n. 健身房

l warn [w7rn] v. 提醒、警告；告誡 l renew [r6`nu] v.（契約、執照等）延長有效期、續約

l concerned [k4n`s-nd] adj. 掛慮的、擔心的 l convince [k4n`v6ns] v. 使信服、使相信；說服
（be concerned + about/for + sth/sb 表示「擔心……」）
l angle [`1;g4l] n. 角度；觀點
l seek [sik] v. 尋找、謀求；徵求（意見）
l indoors [`6n`d7rz] adv. 在室內
l opportunity [~3p0`tun4ti] n. 機會

NO. 203 3 月 2, 5 日

NO. 203 3 月 9, 12 日
l conquer [`k3;k0] v. 征服；戰勝 l routine [ru`tin] n. 一套固定動作（或舞步）；例行
公事
l flee [fli] v. 逃走；逃離（可作及物或不及物用，三態為
flee–fled–fled） l suggest [s4`d.5st] v. 建議、提議

l content [k4n`t5nt] adj. 滿足的；滿意的 l calorie [`k1l4ri] n. 卡路里（熱量的單位）

l regret [r6`gr5t] n. 悔恨、遺憾 l mention [`m5n]4n] v. 提起、說到

l thirst [q-st] n. 口渴（為不可數名詞） l protection [pr4`t5k]4n] n. 保護；防護

l identical [a6`d5nt6k4l] adj. 完全相同的（be l factor [`f1kt0] n. 係數；因素、要素

identical to/with 指「與……相同、與……一致的」）
l rating [`ret6;] n. 評級、級別
NO. 203 3 月 5–6 日

NO. 203 3 月 12–14 日

l ingredient [6n`gridi4nt] n. 成分；食材；（構成） l sufficient [s4`f6]4nt] adj. 足夠的、充足的
要素
l advantage [4d`v1nt6d.] n. 好處、優點；優勢
l import [6m`p7rt] v. 進口
l unfortunately [~9n`f7rt]n4tli] adv. 遺憾地是；
l trend [tr5nd] n. 趨勢、潮流 不幸地

l contribution [~k3ntr4`bju]4n] n. 貢獻；捐款 l numerous [`num4r4s] adj. 許多的、眾多的

l glimpse [`gl6mps] n. 一瞥、瞥見 l frequently [`frikw4ntli] adv. 經常；頻繁地

l significantly [s6g`n6f6k4ntli] adv. 顯著地、數量 l spray [spre] v. 噴灑 n. 噴劑

相當大地；意味深長地
l landmark [`l1nd~m3rk] n. 地標；里程碑
NO. 203 3 月 6–7 日

NO. 203 3 月 14–15 日

l accomplishment [4`k3mpl6]m4nt] n. 成就（可數）； l copper [`k3p0] n. 銅；銅色（常用來修飾另一名詞）

完成、實現（不可數）
l oxygen [`3ks6d.4n] n. 氧氣
l overlook [~ov0`l8k] v. 忽略、未注意到；俯瞰
l contribute [k4n`tr6bjut] v. 捐獻（金錢）；貢獻
l consist [k4n`s6st] v. 由……組成、構成（之後接 of
sth，A consist of B 表示「A 由 B 所構成」）
l construction [k4n`str9k]4n] n. 建造；建設

l chamber [`t]emb0] n. （機器、身體內的）小空間、 l finance [`fa6~n1ns] v. 為……提供資金 n. 財政、

金融
腔、室

l pedal [`p5dy] n. 踏板
l attempt [4`t5mpt] v. 企圖；試圖做

l switch [sw6t] ] n. （電器）開關

l equipment [6`kw6pm4nt] n. 設備；裝備（不可數名詞）
 l The washing machine is a useful home appliance. l The kingdom was vast, reaching all the way across the
洗衣機是有用的家電用品。 continent.
l Amy works out at the gym three times a week. 那個王國幅員廣闊，一路橫跨整個大陸。
愛咪每週上健身房三次。 l Mrs. Peters instructed her students to write in their journals.
l I renewed my book at the library because I am not done 彼得斯老師指示她的學生們寫日記。
reading it yet. l That sign warns people not to use their phones while driving.
我在圖書館續借了我的書，因為我還沒讀完。 那個告示告誡大家不要在開車時用手機。
l Mike convinced his mom to let him go to the party. l I’m concerned about your health, and I think you should
麥克說服媽媽讓他去參加派對。 see a doctor.
我擔心你的健康，而且我認為你應該看醫生。
NO. 203 3 月 7–9 日

NO. 203 3 月 1–2 日

l Be careful—the road curves at a sharp angle ahead.
小心，這條路前方有一個急轉彎。 l I will seek Mr. Brown’s advice, as he always knows what
l Due to the weather, we decided to remain indoors for to do.
the day. 我會尋求布朗先生的建議，因為他總是知道該怎麼做。
由於天氣的緣故，我們決定整天都待在室內。 l I had an opportunity to chat with Phillip last night.
我昨晚有機會和菲利普聊天。

l Michael’s dance routine wins a round of applause! l The army conquered the entire country.
麥可的舞蹈獲得滿堂喝采！ 軍隊征服了整個國家。
l I suggest you study if you want to pass the test. l The robber fled as soon as the alarm went off.
如果你想要通過考試，我建議你認真讀書。 警報一響，小偷就逃走了。
l I burned a lot of calories during the race. l I’m perfectly content in this little village; I don’t need to live
我在賽跑中燃燒了大量的卡路里。 in a big city.
l The politician wasn’t mentioned in the article. 我在這個小村落裡十分滿足；我不需要住在大城市。
這文章裡沒有提到那位政治人物。 l I have no regrets about that decision.
l An umbrella offers protection from the rain. 我對那個決定毫不後悔。
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雨傘提供保護免受雨淋。 l I am dying of thirst after all that running around!

l Alex’s poor work quality was a major factor that led to 在四處奔波後，我快要渴死了！
his firing. l Richard has a picture identical to yours in his living room.
艾力克斯工作品質不佳是導致他被開除的主要因素。 理查的客廳裡有一幅跟你的一模一樣的圖畫。
l The movie rating system helps parents pick suitable
films for their children.
電影分級制度幫助家長挑選適合孩子的影片。

l That sweater should be sufficient to keep you warm. l This restaurant only uses fresh ingredients to prepare
那件毛衣應該足以讓你保持溫暖。 their food.
l His love of puzzles gave him a big advantage in the game. 這間餐廳只使用新鮮食材來準備食物。
他對猜謎的熱愛在遊戲中給他很大的優勢。 l A lot of these bags have been imported from Europe
l Unfortunately, we are all out of milk. and North America.
這些包包很多都是從歐洲和北美進口的。
遺憾地是我們牛奶全用完了。
l The restaurant has numerous dishes to choose from.
l I’m not a fan of this trend toward crazy social media use.
我不喜歡這股瘋狂使用社群媒體的潮流。
那間餐廳有很多道菜可選。
l He received an award for his various contributions to
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l Martin frequently forgets to lock his front door at night.

his field.
NO. 203 3 月 5–6 日

馬汀晚上經常忘記鎖家裡前門。
他對他領域的多項貢獻獲得了一個獎。
l Ellen sprayed the cleaning solution onto the bathroom
floor.
l I caught a glimpse of the car as it went by.
那台汽車經過時我看到了一眼。
艾倫對著廁所地板噴清潔劑。
l The tower is one of the city’s oldest landmarks.
l My brother is significantly older than me—he’s 40, and
I’m 18.
這座塔是這個城市最古老的地標之一。
我哥哥比我大很多——他四十歲了，我才十八歲。

l Pennies are made of copper. l You should be proud of your many accomplishments.
美元一分錢硬幣是銅製的。 你應該為你的許多成就而感到自豪。
l Humans can’t survive without oxygen. l I overlooked a step in the directions, so I have to start
人類沒有氧氣就無法存活。 all over again.
l Everyone on the business team contributed an idea. 我忽略了指示裡的一個步驟，所以我必須從頭來過。
那個商業團隊裡的每個人都貢獻一個點子。 l The team consists of nine players.
l Construction on the stadium will begin next year. 這支隊伍由九名運動員組成。
那座體育館的建造工程會在明年開始。 l The most important parts of the machine are in this
Sean’s grandparents financed his education. chamber.
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l
NO. 203 3 月 6–7 日

西恩的祖父母資助他的教育。 這台機器最重要的部分就在這個槽裡。
l The boy attempted to reach the shelf, but he was too l Pushing down on the pedal will cause the car to speed up.
short. 踩下這個踏板會讓車子加速。
那個男孩企圖要搆到架子，但他太矮了。 l That switch will turn the power on or off.
l The basement is full of all sorts of old equipment. 那個開關可以打開或關掉電源。
地下室有許多各種老舊的設備。
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l dim [d6m] adj. 昏暗的；晦暗的 l visual [`v6.4w4l] adj. 視覺的

l properly [`pr3p0li] adv. 準確地；恰當地 l compose [k4m`poz] v. 創作、譜寫（樂曲、詩

歌、書等）
l severe [s4`v6r] adj. 嚴重的、惡劣的；劇烈的
l replace [r6`ples] v. 取代、替代
l sensitive [`s5ns4t6v] adj. 敏感的
l competition [~k3mp4`t6]4n] n. 競賽、比賽
l counter [`ka8nt0] n. （銀行、商店等）櫃台
l unregulated [~9n`r5gj4~let4d] adj.
缺乏規範的、不
l facial [`fe]4l] adj. 臉部的（facial mask 指「面膜」； 受監管的（字首 un- 表「不」，regulated 指「受管理、控制的」）
facial cream 指「面霜」）
l threat [qr5t] n. 構成威脅的人事物；威脅
l spy [spa6] n. 間諜

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l musical [`mjuz6k4l] n. 音樂劇；歌舞劇 l survival [s0`va6v4l] n. 存活；生存、倖存

l ballet [b1`le] n. 芭蕾舞（也可唸作 [ `b1~le]） l efficient [6`f6]4nt] adj. 有效率的

l career [k4`r6r] n. 事業；職業、生涯 l optimistic [~3pt4`m6st6k] adj. 樂觀的

l injury [`6nd.4ri] n. 受傷；（對健康的）損害 l consequence [`k3ns4~kw5ns] n. （常指不好的）

後果、結果
l impress [6m`pr5s] v. 令……印象深刻；使欽佩
l diligent [`d6l4d.4nt] adj. 勤奮的；用功的
l absolute [`1bs4~lut] adj. 絕對的；完全的
l constantly [`k3nst4ntli] adv. 不斷地；時常地
l release [r6`lis] n. 上映；發行（的產品、影片等）
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l carve [k3rv] v. 開創（事業）、贏得（工作）
（作此義 l percent [p0`s5nt] n. 百分之……
時，常用 carve out sth (for oneself) 表示）；雕、刻
l idle [`a6dy] adj. 懶惰的、無所事事的
l connect [k4`n5kt] v. 連接；聯想到（connect A
with B 指「把 A 與 B 連結起來」） l forbidden [f0`b6dx] adj. 被禁止的；禁忌的

l essential [6`s5n]4l] adj. 不可或缺的；必要的

l roughly [`r9fli] adv. 大約、大概地；粗略地

l explore [6k`spl7r] v. 探索、探險

l offensive [4`f5ns6v] adj. 冒犯的；無禮的；得罪人的

l blade [bled] n. （風車或風扇的）葉片；槳葉 l register [`r5d.4st0] v. 登記；註冊

l machinery [m4`]in4ri] n. 機械（裝置）

l pancake [`p1n~kek] n. 鬆餅；薄煎餅

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NO. 203 3 月 29–30 日

l production [pr4`d9k]4n] n. 生產、製造；產量 l authority [4`q7r4ti] n. 官方、當局（作此義時恆用複數

形，且前面會加 the）； 權力、權限（不可數名詞）
l monument [`m3nj4m4nt] n. 紀念碑；歷史遺跡或
遺址 l embarrassment [6m`b5r4sm4nt] n. 尷尬；難堪

l feature [`fit]0] v. 以……為特色、重點 l hardship [`h3rd~]6p] n. 困苦；艱難

l craft [kr1ft] n. 手工藝 l enforce [6n`f7rs] v. 強制執行、實施（法律、政令等）

l sightseeing [`sa6t~si6;] n. 觀光；遊覽 l identity [a6`d5nt4ti] n. 身分；特質、認同

l researcher [r6`s-t]0] n. 研究人員（也可唸成 [`ri~s-t]0]） l regarding [r6`g3rd6;] prep. 關於；就……而論

l creative [kri`et6v] adj. 創意的；創作性的

 l This is a visual explanation of the theory. l I can’t read in here—the light in this room is too dim.
這是那個理論的視覺解說。 我無法在這裡閱讀——這間房裡的燈光太暗了。
l Andrew Lloyd Webber has composed many famous l Bob couldn’t hear properly because he had water in his
musicals. ears. 鮑伯聽不清楚，因為他耳朵進水。
安德魯．洛伊德．韋伯譜寫過很多著名的音樂劇。 l We’re expecting severe weather tomorrow.
l The light bulb burned out, so I’ll have to replace it. 我們預計明天會有惡劣的天氣。
燈泡燒壞了，所以我得要換掉它。 l I have a sensitive stomach, so I don’t eat spicy foods.
If you win the competition, you’ll receive a cash prize. 我腸胃敏感，所以我不吃辣的食物。

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l
如果你贏得那場競賽，將會得到獎金。 l If you have any problems, go up to the front counter
NO. 203 3 月 26–27 日

l An unregulated banking system could lead to a crisis. and someone there should be able to help you.
不受監管的銀行體系可能導致危機。 如果你有任何問題，到前面櫃台，那裡的人應該可以幫你。

l People are often scared of sharks, but they aren’t really l Donna applies facial cream twice a day to prevent dry skin.
a huge threat. 多娜為了避免皮膚乾燥，一天擦兩次面霜。
人們常常很怕鯊魚，但牠們其實不是很大的威脅。 l The spy took pictures of the politicians from the window.
那個間諜從窗戶拍下政治人物的照片。

l Tigers must hunt as a matter of survival. l I’m not a big fan of musicals.
老虎為了求生就必須獵食。 我不是音樂劇的愛好者。
l The subway is the most efficient way to get to work. l Wendy thinks that ballet is the most beautiful form of
搭地鐵是上班最有效率的方式。 dancing.
溫蒂認為芭蕾舞是最美的舞蹈形式。
l The test was easy, so I’m optimistic about my grade.
考試很簡單，所以我對我的成績很樂觀。
l When he got out of law school, Brad began his career
as a lawyer.
l If you’re caught cheating, there will be consequences. 布萊德自法學院畢業後便展開了他的律師生涯。
如果你被抓到作弊，就會有不良後果。 l He tripped and fell, but he didn’t get any injuries.
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NO. 203 3 月 20–21 日

l Ted is one of our most diligent employees. 他絆了一跤而跌倒，但並沒有受傷。
泰德是我們最勤奮的員工之一。 l Her amazing voice really impressed the judges.
l The teacher constantly checked to see if the students 她的天籟嗓音確實令評審印象深刻。
were working. l Ross did his absolute best during the soccer game.
老師不斷地查看學生們是否認真讀書。
羅斯在足球賽中盡了全力。
l Have you seen the new Marvel release? It’s quite good!
你看過新上架的漫威漫畫了嗎？它挺不錯的！

l According to the study, 95 percent of the people in the l Tony carved out a fine life for himself.
country eat rice every day. 東尼為自己開創出美好人生。
根據這項研究指出，這個國家有九成五的人每天吃米飯。 l I connect this music with the good times I had in college.
l Don’t just sit there and be idle—get up and do something! 這個音樂讓我聯想到在大學的美好時光。
不要坐在那裡耍廢——起身來做些什麼吧！ l Studying is essential if you want to pass the test.
l Salary is a forbidden topic among the workers. 如果你想要通過考試，讀書是必要的。
在員工之間，薪資是一個禁忌話題。 l Let’s explore the woods behind my house!
l Roughly 20 percent of the country’s population can 我們一起到我家後面的森林裡探險吧！
speak French. The blades of the fan are dusty and need to be cleaned.
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NO. 203 3 月 21–22 日

l
該國大約兩成的人口會說法語。 風扇上的扇葉都是灰塵，需要清理一下。
l That word is offensive to many people. l The factory is full of old machinery.
那個字對很多人來說是冒犯的。 這間工廠充滿了機械。
l Marie registered her daughter for school. l My favorite breakfast is pancakes with eggs and bacon.
瑪莉幫她女兒註冊上學。 我最喜歡的早餐是鬆餅配上蛋和培根。

l The crime was reported to the authorities. l In recent years, the production of these items has
這樁犯罪已經向當局報案。 increased.
l He made several mistakes during his performance, and 近年來，這些東西的產量上升。
he couldn’t hide his embarrassment. l This monument was placed here in memory of the man
他在表演時犯了好幾個錯，而無法掩藏他的尷尬。 who started the company.
放置在此的這座紀念碑是為了紀念創立這間公司的男人。
l Matt suffered many hardships after losing his job.
麥特失業後吃了很多苦。 l The new TV show features several famous stars.
新的電視劇以多位知名明星為特色。
l The no-camera rule was heavily enforced during the
l Painting is a craft that is truly mastered by few.
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concert.
NO. 203 3 月 29–30 日

演唱會期間嚴格執行禁止拍照攝影的規定。 繪畫是一門少有人真正精通的技藝。
l There is a strong sense of cultural identity among the l Would you like to do some sightseeing tomorrow?
people here. 你明天要不要去觀光？
這裡的人有很強烈的文化認同感。 l Five researchers participated in the study.
l I have a question regarding your earlier announcement. 有五名研究人員參與這項研究。
關於你先前的聲明我有一個問題。 l That film is an excellent creative work.
那部影片是絕佳的創意作品。
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l desperately [`d5spr4tli] adv. 極其、非常； l creation [kri`e]4n] n. 創作品、創造物（可數）；創
拼命地、不顧一切地 造（不可數）

l command [k4`m1nd] v. 命令、指示 l flock [ fl3k] v. 蜂擁；聚集

l actual [`1kt]u4l] adj. 真實的、實際的 l childhood [`t]a6ld~h8d] n. 童年

l amazed [4`mezd] adj. 感到驚奇、驚嘆的 l devote [d6`vot] v. 把……專用於；將……奉獻給

（常用被動 be devoted to N. 表示「專用於……；奉獻給……」）
l gamble [`g1mb4l] v. 賭博；（在紙牌、賽馬
等）賭錢 l composer [k4m`poz0] n. 作曲家

l annually [`1nju4li] adv. 一年一次地；每年地 l genius [`d.inj4s] n. 天才人物（可數）；天才、天賦

（不可數）

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NO. 204 4 月 10–11 日

l luxury [`l9k]4ri] n. 奢侈品（可數）；奢華、奢侈（不可數） l landscape [`l1nd~skep] v. 造園；對……進行景
觀設計
l anxious [`1;k]4s] adj. 焦慮的；渴望的、急切的
l craft [kr1ft] v. 精巧地製作
l reluctant [r6`l9kt4nt] adj. 不情願的、勉強的（be
reluctant to V. 表示「不情願、不想……」） l elegant [`5l6g4nt] adj. 雅緻的；優美的

l collapse [k4`l1ps] v. （因生病或疲倦）昏倒、突 l souvenir [~suv4`n6r] n. 紀念品；伴手禮（也可唸作

然倒下；崩潰 [`suv4~n6r]）

l protein [`pro~tin] n. 蛋白質 l resemble [r6`z5mb4l] v. 與……相像；類似

l acid [`1s4d] n. 酸；酸性物質 l napkin [`n1pk4n] n. 餐巾、餐巾紙

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NO. 204 4 月 11–12 日

l vinegar [`v6n6g0] n. 醋 l exchange [6ks`t]end.] v. 兌換；交換（exchange
A for B 指「把 A 換成 B」）
l preserve [ pr6`z-v] v. 保存；維護
l receipt [r6`sit] n. 收據
l critical [`kr6t6k4l] adj. 關鍵的；重要的
l due [du] adj. 到期的
l forever [f4r`5v0] adv. 永遠、長久地
l confidence [`k3nf4d4ns] n. 自信、信心；信任
l raw [r7] adj. 生的；未加工的
l idol [`a6dy] n. 偶像；受崇拜的人（或物）
l constant [`k3nst4nt] adj. 恆定的；不斷的
l contract [`k3n~tr1kt] n. 契約、合同
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NO. 204 4 月 12–13 日

l inner [`6n0] adj. 內部的、裡面的 l ripe [ra6p] adj. （時機）成熟的；（水果、穀物）成熟的

l precise [ pr6`sa6s] adj. 精確的；確切的 l establish [6`st1bl6] ] v. 確立、使被認可；建立
（establish sb as sth 指「確立某人為……」，也常用被動表示）
l athlete [`1q~lit] n. 運動員
l previously [`privi4sli] adv. 以前、從前
l cheer [t]6r] n. 歡樂、愉快振奮的情緒（不可數）
v. 歡呼 l perfection [p0`f5k]4n] n. 完美、盡善盡美

l afford [4`f7rd] v. 負擔得起（常接名詞或 to V.） l process [`pr3~s5s] n. 過程、進程

l charity [`t]5r4ti] n. 慈善、公益（不可數）；慈善團體 l conscious [`k3n]4s] adj.

意識到的、察覺到的；
（可數）
關注、注意的（be conscious of sth 指「注意到……；特別留
意……」）
 l This noodle dish is my own personal creation. l The team desperately wants to win this match.
這道麵食是我個人的創作料理。 這支隊伍非常想要贏這場比賽。
l During the sale, people flocked to the store to buy l The queen commanded her servants to clean the castle.
holiday gifts. 皇后命令僕人打掃城堡。
在拍賣期間，人們聚集到這間店去買節日禮物。 l It’s hard to believe that this crazy story is based on
l I had a happy childhood, though it feels like a very long actual events.
time ago now. 很難相信這個瘋狂的故事是由真實事件改編而來。
我有愉快的童年，雖然現在感覺是很久以前的事了。 l I’m amazed that you can remember people’s names so
l This room is devoted to old family photographs. easily!
我很驚訝你能如此輕易地記住別人的名字！
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NO. 204 4 月 2–3 日

這個房間專門用來放昔日的家庭照片。
l Beethoven and Bach were German composers. l Ted doesn’t gamble, so he won’t join the card game.
貝多芬和巴哈是德國作曲家。 泰德不賭錢，所以他不會參加牌局。
l He was so brilliant that he was already said to be a l This special event is held annually.
genius at age seven. 這個特殊的活動每年舉辦一次。
他非常聰明，七歲時就已經被人說是天才了。

l The neighborhood is beautifully landscaped. l The home was filled with luxuries like fancy carpets and
鄰近街區有美麗的景觀設計。 door handles made of gold.
l Ally crafted a doll out of wood. 這個家裡充滿了奢侈品，像是華麗的地毯和金製的門把。
艾莉用木頭精心製作了一個娃娃。 l I’m very anxious about tomorrow’s interview.
l The design of this car is simply elegant. 我對明天的面試很焦慮。
這輛車的設計就是很優雅。 l Jim’s parents were reluctant to let him stay out at night.
l Jamie got everyone souvenirs from her trip to Hawaii. 吉姆的爸媽不願意讓他晚上在外面過夜。
潔咪去夏威夷的旅行中買了紀念品送每個人。 l Sasha collapsed on her bed the minute she got home.
The man in the photo resembles my cousin. 莎夏一回到家就累倒在床上。
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l
NO. 204 4 月 3–4 日

這張照片裡的男人很像我表兄弟。 l Beef is an excellent source of protein.

l Joe cleaned up the spilled water with a napkin. 牛肉是很好的蛋白質來源。
喬用餐巾紙清理灑出來的水。 l Your stomach contains acid that helps it break down
food.
你的胃含有幫助分解食物的酸性物質。

l I went to the bank to exchange my American dollars for l Mix the vinegar with the soy sauce.
British pounds. 把醋跟醬油混合。
我到銀行將美金換成英鎊。 l We can preserve meat by drying it.
l You can’t return this item without a receipt. 我們可以將肉烘乾來保存。
你沒有收據不能退貨。 l It is critical that you arrive no later than eight o’clock.
l The paper is due tomorrow. 重要的是不要晚於八點鐘到。
這份報告明天截稿。 l It feels like I’ve been waiting forever!
l I have confidence that we will win. 感覺我好像已經等了好久好久了！
我有信心我們會贏。 Don’t eat that raw meat—you have to cook it before you
NO. 204 4 月 11–12 日

l
NO. 204 4 月 4–5 日

l That baseball player is my idol—I hope to play as well eat it.

as him someday. 不要吃那生肉——吃之前你得先煮過。
那名棒球選手是我的偶像——我希望有一天能打得和他一樣好。 l I couldn’t stand the constant noise coming from the
l All workers must sign a one-year contract. house next door.
所有員工必須簽一年的合約。 我無法忍受隔壁不斷傳來的噪音。

l The moment is ripe for a change. l The inner grounds are private, but the outer grounds
改變的時機成熟了。 are open to the public.
l With his latest movie, he was established as a top star. 裡面的場地是私人的，但外面的場地對外公開。
由於最新的電影，他作為巨星的地位獲得認可。 l Let me know the precise moment she arrives.
讓我知道她抵達的確切時間。
l Sharon previously lived in San Francisco.
雪倫以前住在舊金山。 l Kelly, the best player on the team, is a serious althete.
凱莉是隊上最優秀的球員，是一位很認真的運動員。
l This steak is cooked to perfection!
這塊牛排烤得完美！ l We decorated the house to bring a little holiday cheer.
為了帶來一點佳節愉悅的氣氛，我們將房子布置一番。
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l Collecting information for the project has been a very

NO. 204 4 月 5–6 日

long process. l The car costs way too much—I just can’t afford it.
為這項專案蒐集資料是一個漫長的過程。 這輛車太貴了——我實在買不起。
l Frank is very conscious of his appearance and always l They gave all the money they made to charity.
dresses very well. 他們捐出所有收入作慈善。
法蘭克很在意自己的外表，總是穿得很體面。
 NO. 204 4 月 13, 16 日

NO. 204 4 月 20, 23–24 日

l bounce [ba8ns] n. 活力；彈跳感 v. 蹦蹦跳跳 l application [~1pl4`ke]4n] n. 應用、運用

l publish [`p9bl6] ] v. 出版、發行 l appointment [4`p76ntm4nt] n. 預約；（正式的）

約會
l magical [`m1d.6k4l] adj. 神奇的、魔幻的；有魔力的
l schedule [`sk5d.ul] v. 安排；預定 n. 時刻表；
l complicated [`k3mpl4~ket4d] adj. 複雜的 日程安排
l pursue [ p0`su] v. 追求、尋求；追趕 l registered [`r5d.4st0d] adj. 掛過號的；登記過的
l enormous [6`n7rm4s] adj. 巨大的、龐大的 l detail [`di~tel] n. 細節、詳情（作此義時，常用複數形）

l professional [pr4`f5]n4l] adj. 專業的；職業的

l procedure [pr4`sid.0] n. 療程；程序

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NO. 204 4 月 24, 26 日

l behavior [b6`hevj0] n. 行為、舉止（不可數） l nerve [n-v] n. 神經

l associate [4`sosi~et] v.使連結、使聯想到（A be l occasionally [4`ke.n4li] adv. 偶爾

associated with B 表示「A 會聯想到 B；A 和 B 有關」）
l educate [`5d.4~ket] v. 教育
l encounter [6n`ka8nt0] n., v. 偶遇、邂逅
l somewhat [`s9m`w3t] adv. 稍微、有點
l grin [gr6n] n. 咧嘴大笑、露齒而笑
l tragically [`tr1d.6kli] adv. 不幸的是、悲慘地
l mysterious [m6s`t6ri4s] adj. 神祕的

l plenty [`pl5nti] n. 大量、充足（plenty of . . . 指「大

量、充足的……」）
NO. 204 4 月 18–19 日

NO. 204 4 月 26–27 日

l primary [`pra6~m5ri] adj. （教育）初級的、小學的 l cycle [`sa6k4l] n. 週期；循環

l educational [~5d.4`ke]n4l] adj. 教育的 l disturb [d6`st-b] v. 擾亂、打擾、妨礙

l campaign [k1m`pen] n. （政治或社會的）活動、 l passion [`p1]4n] n. 強烈愛好、熱愛；熱情

運動
l monitor [`m3n4t0] v. 監測、監控 n. 顯示器；
l employment [6m`pl76m4nt] n. 利用、使用； 監測儀器
僱用
l glow [glo] v. 發（微弱的）光
l flexible [`fl5ks4b4l] adj. 有彈性的、可彎曲的；可
變通的
l determine [d6`t-m4n] v. 判定、查明；決定

l plastic [`pl1st6k] adj. 塑膠製的 n. 塑膠（製品）

NO. 204 4 月 19–20 日

NO. 204 4 月 27, 30 日

l pollution [p4`lu]4n] n. 汙染；汙染物（不可數） l experimental [6k~sp5r4`m5nty] adj. 實驗性的

l wrapping [`r1p6;] n. 包裝紙、包裝材料 l fashionable [`f1]n4b4l] adj. 時髦的、流行的

l mineral [`m6n4r4l] n. 礦物質 l input [`6n~p8t] n. 輸入（作此義時為不可數名詞）

l capable [`kep4b4l] adj. 有能力的；能夠……的 l adjust [4`d.9st] v. 調整、調節

（常用 be capable of N./V-ing 表示「可以、能夠……」）
l communication [k4~mjun4`ke]4n] n. 通訊；交
l atmosphere [`1tm4~sf6r] n. 大氣層；氣氛、環境 流、溝通

l ton [t9n] n. 噸（重量單位） l transfer [`tr1ns~f-] v. 轉移、轉調（也可唸成 [tr1ns`f0]）

l generation [~d.5n4`re]4n] n. 代；世代、一代（人）

 l This technology has many useful applications. l The song has a certain bounce that makes me want to
這項科技有許多有用的應用。 dance.
l I have an appointment with the doctor this evening. 這首歌曲有某種讓我想要跳舞的活力。
我今晚有預約要看醫生。 l The magazine was first published in 1942.
l We scheduled the meeting for next week. 那本雜誌最早是在一九四二年出版的。
我們安排了下週要開會。 l It is said that these stones are magical and will bring
l Only registered hotel guests are allowed in the rooms. luck to whoever touches them.
只有登記的飯店房客可以進客房。 據說這些石頭具有魔力，會帶給任何觸摸它們的人好運。
l This problem is quite complicated—there is no clear

NO. 204 4 月 13, 16 日

This book contains details on various types of medicine.
NO. 204 4 月 23–24 日

l
這本書包含各種藥物的詳細說明。 solution.
這個問題相當複雜——沒有清楚的解決之道。
l We run this business in a professional manner.
我們以專業的態度來經營這筆生意。 l Jill is pursuing work in the airline industry.
吉兒在尋找航空業方面的工作。
l The procedure is simple and won’t require a stay in the
hospital. l An enormous whale swam in the water.
療程很簡單且不需要住院。 一隻巨大的鯨魚在水裡游泳。

l The tips of your fingers are so sensitive because they’re l The mother told her children to be on their best behavior
rich with nerves. during the dinner.
你的指尖很敏感，因為上面布滿神經。 媽媽告訴孩子們在晚餐時要表現出最好的行為。
l I eat sweets only occasionally. l The heart symbol is associated with love.
我只有偶爾會吃甜食。 心形符號令人聯想到愛情。
l The film was made to educate people about the l Yesterday I had a brief encounter with my neighbor,
environment. whom I usually never see.
拍攝這部影片是為了教育人們有關環境的問題。 昨天我和鄰居短暫相遇，我通常和他都見不到面。
l It’s somewhat unusual to see snow here before the l He greeted us with a wave and a grin.
NO. 204 4 月 24, 26 日

NO. 204 4 月 17–18 日

middle of winter. 他揮著手且笑容滿面地招呼我們。

在隆冬之前要在這裡看見雪有點不尋常。 l The universe is huge and mysterious.
l Tragically, the artist died before she could complete the 宇宙浩瀚又神祕。
work. l We have plenty of time to get ready.
不幸的是，這位藝術家在她能完成作品前就過世了。 我們有充分的時間準備。

l The long flight upset my sleep cycle. l Primary schools in the United States often include
長途飛行打亂我的睡眠週期。 kindergarten and grades 1–6.
l The constant hunting disturbed the natural order of the 美國的小學通常包含幼稚園和國小一到六年級。
forest. l They watched an educational video about driving safety.
經常狩獵擾亂了森林的自然秩序。 他們看了一部關於駕駛安全的教育影片。
l My greatest passion is writing. l Despite his well-funded campaign, he lost the election.
我最大的愛好是寫作。 即使他選戰資金充足，他還是輸了這場選舉。
l These machines are used to monitor brain activity. l Don keeps the plants alive with the employment of a
這些機器被用來偵測腦部活動。 machine that automatically waters them.
NO. 204 4 月 26–27 日

NO. 204 4 月 18–19 日

l That toy glows in the dark. 唐利用一台會自動澆水的機器來讓盆栽維持生機。

那個玩具會在黑暗中發光。 l The drinking straws at this café are flexible.
l It was hard to determine what she meant—she wasn’t 這個咖啡廳的吸管是可以彎曲的。
very specific. l She put the groceries into a plastic bag.
很難判定她指的是什麼意思——她說得不是很明確。 她把雜貨商品放進一個塑膠袋裡。

l This is an experimental treatment, so it hasn’t been l The river isn’t safe for swimming—there’s too much
tested before. pollution.
這是個實驗性療法，所以之前還沒有測試過。 在這條河裡游泳不安全——汙染太嚴重了。
l That’s quite a fashionable pair of shoes! l He took the wrapping off the sandwich and began to
那是雙很時髦的鞋！ eat.
l The computer is ready to accept input. 他拆掉三明治的包裝，吃了起來。
那台電腦可以接收輸入訊息了。 l This cereal is packed with minerals.
l He adjusted the alarm clock. 這種早餐麥片富含礦物質。
他調整了鬧鐘。 l No need to come along—I’m capable of finding my own
NO. 204 4 月 27, 30 日

NO. 204 4 月 19–20 日

l This radio is used for communication purposes. way around town.

這台無線電是用來作通訊用的。 不用跟我一起去——我可以自己在城裡找到路。
l I transferred the file to the memory stick. l The rocket successfully made it out of the atmosphere.
我把那個檔案移到隨身碟。 那枚火箭成功脫離大氣層。
l The younger generation is very familiar with modern l Elephants can weigh up to seven tons.
technology. 大象可重達七噸。
較年輕的一代很熟悉現代科技。
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NO. 205 5 月 8–9 日

l surround [s4`ra8nd] v. 與……密切相關、圍繞；環繞 l rage [red.] v. 激烈進行、肆虐（作此義時之後通常會接 on）

l remarkably [r6`m3rk4bli] adv. 出色地、不同凡響 l superior [s8`p6ri0] adj. 比……好的、優於……的；

地；顯著地 優秀的

l annual [`1nju4l] adj. 一年一度的；每年的 l flush [fl9] ] v. 沖（馬桶）

l announce [4`na8ns] v. 宣布；宣告 l dust [d9st] n. 灰塵

l intention [6n`t5n]4n] n. 打算、目的、意圖 l messy [`m5si] adj. 骯髒的、髒亂的

l reputation [~r5pj4`te]4n] n. 名聲；聲望 l relief [r6`lif ] n. （痛苦、憂慮等的）減輕或解除；感到

解脫、鬆一口氣
l respectful [r6`sp5ktf4l] adj. 恭敬有禮的、尊重人的

NO. 205 5 月 2–3 日

NO. 205 5 月 10–11 日

l thoughtful [`q7tf4l] adj. 思慮周詳的；體貼周到的 l honor [`3n0] v. 向……致敬；尊敬、尊重；授予……
榮耀
l recall [r6`k7l] v. 回憶；記起、回想起
l remarkable [r6`m3rk4b4l] adj. 卓越的、非凡的；
l fulfill [f8l`f6l] v. 達到、實現；滿足（需求）、使滿意 引人注目的
l escape [6`skep] v. 逃跑、逃脫；逃避（現實） l wealthy [`w5lqi] adj. 富有的
l scholar [`sk3l0] n. 學者 l household [`ha8s~hold] n. 家庭、一家人、一戶
l translator [`tr1ns%let0] n. 譯者、翻譯員 l disease [d6`ziz] n. 病、疾病
l confess [k4n`f5s] v. 懺悔；坦白、承認 l medical [`m5d6k4l] adj. 醫療的、醫學的

l facility [f4`s6l4ti] n. （特定用途的）場所；設備、設

施（作此義時常用複數形）
NO. 205 5 月 3–4, 7 日

NO. 205 5 月 11, 14 日

l nevertheless [~n5v0\4`l5s] adv. 儘管如此；然而 l reform [r6`f7rm] n. 改革、革新

l mixture [`m6kst]0] n. 混合物；混合 l respectable [r6`sp5kt4b4l] adj. 值得尊敬的、正派

的；體面的
l statue [`st1t]u] n. 雕像；雕塑
l research [`ri~s-t] ] n. 研究、調查；探索
l globe [glob] n. 地球、世界；球體

l valuable [`v1lj4b4l] adj. 有價值的；貴重的

l engineering [~5nd.4`n6r6;] n. 工程；工程學

l original [4`r6d.4ny] adj. 最初的、原先的；原始的 l dine [da6n] v. 用餐、吃飯

n. 原版、原物 l establishment [6`st1bl6]m4nt] n. （商店、企業、
公司等）機構

l profitable [`pr3f4t4b4l] adj. 有利潤的；有利可圖的

NO. 205 5 月 7–8 日

NO. 205 5 月 14–15 日

l founder [`fa8nd0] n. 創辦人；創立者 l arouse [4`ra8z] v. 喚起（情感等）、激起；喚醒

l fairly [`f5rli] adv. 相當、還算、有點 l refreshing [r6`fr5]6;] adj. 清涼的；提神的；令人

耳目一新的
l attraction [4`tr1k]4n] n. 有吸引力的事物或地方；
吸引力 l impression [6m`pr5]4n] n. 印象

l employee [6m`pl7~i] n. 員工；受雇者 l label [`leb4l] n. 標籤；貼標

l tremendous [tr6`m5nd4s] adj. 巨大的；極大的 l fond [f3nd] adj. 喜歡的；深情的

l conclude [k4n`klud] v. 結束 l digital [`d6d.4ty] adj. 數位的

l delight [d6`la6t] n. 樂事、令人開心的事物；樂趣

 l As the war raged on, less and less food became available. l The fence surrounds the garden.
隨著戰事如火如荼地進行，食物變得越來越少。 籬笆圍繞著花園。
l Danny is very talented, but Jane is the superior artist. l That bear is remarkably large.
丹尼非常有才華，但珍才是較優秀的藝術家。 那隻熊大得驚人。
l If you press the handle down, the toilet will flush. l It’s once again time for our annual office party.
如果你按這個把手，就可以沖馬桶。 又到了我們一年一度辦公室派對的時間了！
l The room hasn’t been cleaned in years; all the shelves l Did they announce who won the contest yet?
are covered with dust. 他們宣布誰贏了比賽了沒？
這房間已經好幾年沒有打掃過了；所有的架子都被灰塵覆蓋。 l My intention is to get through the meeting as quickly
NO. 205 5 月 8–9 日

NO. 205 5 月 1–2 日

l Working with clay can be messy, but I don’t mind. as possible.
捏黏土會弄得髒兮兮的，但我不介意。 我打算要盡快開完這個會議。
l I just found out I passed the exam—what a relief! l He has a reputation as an honest man.
我剛得知我通過考試了——真是鬆了一口氣！ 他有誠實的名聲。
l Don’t chat while the teacher is addressing the class—
be respectful.
老師在課堂上講課時不要聊天——要尊重別人。

l They honored him with an award. l It was so thoughtful of you to bring me a gift!
他們授予他一個獎項。 你帶禮物給我，真的很貼心！
l The sight of the setting sun is truly remarkable. l I’ve seen him before, but I don’t recall his name.
落日的景象真的讓人驚嘆不已。 我以前見過他，但我想不起他的名字。
l If he can afford a car like that, he must be wealthy. l She finally fulfilled her dream of becoming a doctor.
如果他能負擔得起像那樣的一台車，他一定很有錢。 她終於實現了成為醫生的夢想。
l The household consists of four people. l The police caught the suspect, but he later escaped.
這一戶有四個人。 警察抓到嫌疑犯，但他之後逃跑了。
The disease can be treated very easily. Mr. White is a research scholar in the field of mathematics.
NO. 205 5 月 10–11 日

l l
NO. 205 5 月 2–3 日

這種疾病可以很容易治癒。 懷特先生是一位數學領域的研究學者。
l This man needs medical attention—get him to a doctor l We’ll need the help of a translator to figure out what
right away! this says.
這名男子需要醫療照護——立刻帶他去看醫生！ 我們需要一名翻譯員的協助來弄清楚這在說什麼。
l These facilities are used to house various types of l I must confess that I had no idea what he was talking about.
equipment. 我必須坦承我不知道他在說什麼。
這些場所是用來收納各式各樣的設備。

l We propose a set of reforms to the current law. l She didn’t think that she was wrong; nevertheless, she
我們提議對當前的法律做一系列的改革。 apologized.
l Patty is a respectable person—she would never lie. 她覺得自己沒有錯；儘管如此，她還是道歉了。
佩蒂是一位值得尊敬的人——她從不說謊。 l The drink is a mixture of various juices.
l Cola can be found all across the globe. 這個飲料混合了多種果汁。
全球各地都可以找到可樂。 l He didn’t do or say anything; he just stood there like a
l I studied engineering because I enjoy learning how statue.
machines work. 他沒有做什麼或說什麼；他只是像一尊雕像似的站在那裡。
我因為喜歡學習機器如何運作而研讀工程學。 l Research has shown that the universe is expanding.
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NO. 205 5 月 3–4, 7 日

l We dined at a very fancy restaurant. 研究顯示宇宙正在膨脹中。

我們在一家非常高級的餐廳用餐。 l This stone is very valuable—it’s worth at least a million
l John owns this establishment; he founded it 30 years dollars.
ago. 這顆寶石價值不菲——它至少值一百萬元。
約翰擁有這間機構，他是在三十年前創立的。 l That isn’t a poster—it’s the original painting.
l Once the show was no longer profitable, it was cancelled. 那不是海報——是原畫。
這個節目一旦不再獲利就被取消了。

l As I continued to read, the story aroused my interest. l Mrs. Bateman is the founder of the magazine.
當我繼續往下讀，這個故事引起我的興趣。 貝特曼女士是這本雜誌的創辦人。
l There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot day than a l The ticket is fairly expensive, but I’ll buy it.
cold glass of lemonade. 那張票有點貴，但我會買。
沒有什麼比在熱天來一杯冰涼的檸檬水更令人感到涼爽的了。 l This amusement park has a lot of great attractions.
l He gave me the impression that he didn’t really know 這座遊樂園有許多吸引人的設施。
what he was talking about. l All employees may take one hour for lunch.
他給我的印象是他其實不知道他在說什麼。 所有員工可以花一小時吃午餐。
l The label on the medicine bottle says to take no more A tremendous ship came into the harbor.
NO. 205 5 月 14–15 日

l
than one dose per day.
NO. 205 5 月 7–8 日

一艘巨大的船駛入港口。
這瓶藥上的標籤說一天不要服用超過一劑。
l The show concluded by the early evening.
l Kelly is very fond of chocolate ice cream. 這場表演在傍晚時就結束了。
凱莉非常喜歡巧克力冰淇淋。
l This city has all sorts of wonderful delights waiting to be
l This is a digital watch, so it doesn’t have an hour or discovered.
minute hand. 這座城市有各式各樣令人開心的美好事物等著被發掘。
這是一支數位手錶，所以沒有時針或分針。
 NO. 205 5 月 17–18 日

NO. 205 5 月 24–25 日

l ruin [`ru4n] n.
廢墟；遺跡（作此義時常為複數形） l absolutely [`1bs4~lutli] adv. 一點也沒錯、完全正
v. 損毀、毀壞；使毀掉 確（口語）；確實地、完全地

l peak [ pik] n. 山峰、山頂；頂峰 l battery [`b1t4ri] n. 電池

l civilization [~s6v4l4`ze]4n] n. 文明；文明社會 l feature [`fit]0] n. 特色、特點

l artistic [3r`t6st6k] adj. 藝術的；具有藝術鑑賞力的 l dependable [d6`p5nd4b4l] adj. （性能）可靠的；

可信任的、可信賴的
l retreat [r6`trit] n. 休養所；靜養地
l network [`n5t~w-k] n. （通訊、電信）網路
l isolation [~a6s4`le]4n] n. 孤立；隔離
l solid [`s3l4d] adj. 實用的；實在的；充實的
l destroy [d6`str7i] v. 摧毀、毀滅、破壞
l hopefully [`hopf4li] adv. 但願；滿懷希望地

NO. 205 5 月 18, 21 日

NO. 205 5 月 28–29 日

l collapse [k4`l1ps] n., v. 崩塌；瓦解；失敗；倒塌 l breed [brid] v. 繁殖（現在分詞 breeding 作形容詞用，
breeding grounds 指「繁殖地、繁殖處」）
l existence [6g`z6st4ns] n. 存在
l crack [kr1k] n. 縫隙、裂縫
l benefit [`b5n4~f6t] v. 對……有益；受惠
l cliff [kl6f ] n. 懸崖、峭壁
l endanger [6n`dend.0] v. 危及、危害；使……面臨
危險 l extend [6k`st5nd] v. 延伸、擴展

l classify [`kl1s4~fa6] v. 將……分類（classify A as l previous [`privi4s] adj. 先前的、之前的

B 表「將 A 分類為 B」）
l affect [4`f5kt] v. 影響
l knight [na6t] n. （古代的）騎士；爵士
l ideal [a6`dil] adj. 理想的、完美的
l adventure [4d`v5nt]0] n. 冒險、探險經歷
NO. 205 5 月 21–22 日

NO. 205 5 月 29–30 日

l vain [ven] adj. 徒勞的、枉然的（片語 in vain 表示「徒勞 l available [4`vel4b4l] adj. 可得到的、可用的；有空的
無功地」）
l mystery [`m6st4ri] n. 謎、神祕的事物；神祕
l forth [f7rq] adv. 向前、前進
l reveal [r6`vil] v. 揭露、透露；展現出
l magically [`m1d.6kli] adv. 如魔法般地；神奇地、
不可思議地 l code [kod] v. 為……編碼（俗稱「寫程式」） n. （電腦）
編碼
l journey [`d.-ni] n. 旅行、旅程
l intend [6n`t5nd] v. 打算、計畫（接 to V. 表「打算要……」）
l wagon [`w1g4n] n. （四輪）運貨車
l website [`w5b~sa6t] n. 網站
l bravery [`brev4ri] n. 勇氣、英勇（不可數）
l demand [d6`m1nd] n. 需求、需要；強烈要求
l hastily [`hest4li] adv. 匆忙地
NO. 205 5 月 22–24 日

NO. 205 5 月 30–31 日

l inform [6n`f7rm] v. 通知、告知（常用 inform sb 接 of l device [d6`va6s] n. 裝置、機械設備

sth 或 that S. + V. 表示「通知某人……」）
l tough [t9f ] adj. 困難的、棘手的；強硬的
l approach [4`prot] ] v. 靠近、接近
l automatically [~7t4`m1t6kli] adv. 自動地；自動
l challenge [`t]1l4nd.] v. 挑戰；向……下戰帖 化地
l harm [h3rm] v. 傷害 l concept [`k3n~s5pt] n. 概念、觀念
l assure [4`]8r] v. 向……保證、使確信；擔保 l fundamental [~f9nd4`m5nty] n. 基本原理、基礎知
識（常用複數形） adj. 基礎的、根本的
l awful [`7f4l] adj. 糟糕的；可怕的、嚇人的

l assistance [4`s6st4ns] n. 協助、幫助

l engaging [6n`ged.6;] adj. 吸引人的、有趣且令人
愉快的
 l The performance was absolutely brilliant! l The city was once a major seat of power, but now it’s
這場演出確實很精彩！ nothing more than ruins.
l My phone battery is almost dead, so I have to hang up. 這個城市曾是主要的權力中心，但如今只不過是廢墟。
我手機快沒電了，所以我得掛電話了。 l The view from the peak is amazing.
l The car’s powerful engine is its greatst feature. 山頂的景色令人嘆為觀止。
這台車強大的引擎是它最棒的特色。 l The earliest civilizations began thousands of years ago.
l Murray is a dependable guy—you can trust him. 最早的文明始於數千年前。
莫瑞是可靠的人——你可以信賴他。 l In my opinion, this painting is a bold artistic statement.
The network doesn’t reach beyond the country. 就我來看，這幅畫有大膽的藝術表現。
NO. 205 5 月 24–25 日

NO. 205 5 月 17–18 日

l
網路到國外不會通。 l His home in Hawaii serves as a winter retreat.
l You did a solid job on that presentation! 他在夏威夷的家是作為冬天靜養的地方。
你在報告時表現得非常穩健！ l Peter lived a life of isolation and never spoke to anybody.
l Hopefully we can finish everything up before dinner. 彼得過著與世隔絕的生活，從不與人交談。
希望我們能在晚餐前完成所有事情。 l Sadly, the house was destroyed by the storm.
很遺憾的是，這棟房子被暴風雨摧毀了。

l Some fish travel great distances to reach their breeding l Low profits led to the collapse of the company.
grounds. 利潤低導致了這間公司倒閉。
有些魚類會旅行很長的距離到達牠們的繁殖地。 l The existence of life on other planets has yet to be proven.
l There is a large crack in the sidewalk. 其他星球上是否有生命存在還有待證明。
人行道上有條很大的裂縫。 l It would benefit you to get into better eating habits.
l Be careful not to fall while enjoying the view from the cliff! 養成更好的飲食習慣會對你有好處。
從懸崖欣賞風景時要小心別跌下去了！ l Waste from human settlements has endangered the
l The country’s territory extends from coast to coast. animals of the forest.
該國的領土從東岸延伸到西岸。 人類聚居地的廢棄物已經危及森林裡的動物。
NO. 205 5 月 18, 21 日
NO. 205 5 月 28–29 日

l My previous apartment had two windows. l Butterflies are classified as insects.

我之前的公寓有兩扇窗。 蝴蝶被歸類為昆蟲。
l The weather won’t affect our schedule. l The knights fought to defend the kingdom.
天氣不會影響我們的計畫。 那些騎士為保衛王國而奮戰。
l This park is an ideal place for a picnic. l They went on an adventure across the country.
這個公園是野餐的理想地點。 他們進行一場橫跨全國的冒險之旅。

l Dr. Patterson is not available today, but he will be tomorrow. l She tried in vain to get his attention.
派特森醫生今天沒有空，但他明天會有。 她想要吸引他的注意，卻徒勞無功。
l The police finally solved the mystery as to who stole the l Go forth and live your life to the fullest!
diamonds. 勇往直前，讓人生過得充實！
警方終於解開是誰偷走鑽石的謎。 l The cup appeared to magically float above the desk.
l I can’t reveal that information—it’s a secret. 那個杯子看起來像有魔法般地飄浮在桌子上方。
我不能透露那項資訊——那是祕密。 l The journey will be long and difficult, so prepare
l I’m working on a program, so I’ll be coding all night. yourselves.
我在研究一個程式，所以整晚都會在編碼。 旅程將會漫長又艱辛，所以要做好準備。
NO. 205 5 月 29–30 日

NO. 205 5 月 21–22 日

l We intend to move abroad by the end of the month. l The wagon was pulled by two huge oxen.
我們打算在這個月底搬到國外去。 那輛四輪貨車是由兩頭巨大的公牛拉的。
l For more information, please visit our website. l He was given an award for his bravery in the battle.
欲知更多訊息，請瀏覽我們的網站。 他在戰役中的英勇行為獲頒了一個獎項。
l Prices tend to increase with demand. l Sharon hastily grabbed her bag and ran out the door.
價格往往跟著需求增加。 雪倫匆忙地抓起包包跑出門。

l Turn on the device by pushing the button. l The principal informed the students that school would
按這個按鈕來啟動這個裝置。 be canceled due to the snow.
l That quiz yesterday was really tough; I hope I didn’t fail. 校長通知學生說學校因為大雪而停課。
昨天的那個小考真的很難；我希望我不會不及格。 l He approached the desk and asked to see Mr. Mills.
l The door automatically opens when you stand in front of it. 他走近桌子要求見米爾斯先生。
你站在那扇門前面時它會自動打開。 l Eric challenged Joe to a game of chess.
l I always have trouble understanding complex scientific 艾瑞克挑戰喬比一局西洋棋。
concepts. l The wolf watched us pass, but it didn’t harm us.
我總是難以理解複雜的科學觀念。 那隻狼看著我們經過，但牠沒有傷害我們。
NO. 205 5 月 30–31 日

NO. 205 5 月 22–24 日

l This class teaches the fundamentals of the English l Mark assured Peggy he would be back before noon.
language. 馬克向佩姬保證他會在中午之前回來。
這堂課教的是英語的基本知識。 l The shelf fell with an awful crash.
l The game was so engaging that I completely lost track 那個架子掉下來、發出可怕的撞擊聲。
of time. l Let me know if you need any assistance with your
那個遊戲太吸引人以致於我完全忘了時間。 homework.
如果你在功課上需要協助，請跟我說。
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NO. 206 6 月 8, 11 日
l  typist [`ta6p6st] n. 打字員（字尾 -ist 指「從事……的人」） l creature [`krit]0] n. 生物；動物

l rent [r5nt] v. 租用 n. 租金 l  distinct [d6`st6;t] adj. 明顯不同的、有區別的；顯

著的
l  modest [`m3d4st] adj. 不多的、適中的、普通的；
樸素的、端莊的 l inspire [6n`spa6r] v. 啟發；激勵

l chat [t]1t] v. 聊天 l unique [ j8`nik] adj. 獨特的；獨一無二的

l fasten [`f1sx] v. 使固定；扣緊、繫牢 l spice [spa6s] n. 香料；調味料

l  exhausted [6g`z7st4d] adj. 疲憊不堪的、筋疲力盡的 l flavor [`flev0] n. 味道；口味

l comfort [`k9mf0t] v. 安慰、撫慰 l crispy [`kr6spi] adj. 酥脆的

NO. 206 6 月 4–5 日

NO. 206 6 月 11–12 日

l  unconscious [~9n`k3n]4s] adj. 沒有意識的、 l suffer [`s9f0] v. 受折磨、受苦
昏迷不醒的（字首 un- 表「不、無」）
l portray [ p7r`tre] v. 扮演；描繪、描述
l  promptly [`pr3mptli] adv. 立即、迅速地；
準時地
l transform [tr1ns`f7rm] v. 改變、改造；使改觀

l grace [ gres] v. 使增光；為……增色

l physician [f4`z6]4n] n. （內科）醫師
l  senior [`sinj0] adj. （中學或大學）畢業年級的；年
l  celebration [~s5l4`bre]4n] n. 慶祝；慶祝活動、 長的
慶典
l adapt [4`d1pt] v. 改編；使適應
l involve [6n`v3lv] v. 包括、包含；涉及

l merit [`m5r4t] v. 值得；應受到

NO. 206 6 月 5–6 日

NO. 206 6 月 13 日
l pregnancy [`pr5gn4nsi] n. 懷孕 l eventually [6`v5nt]4li] adv. 終於；最後

l evil [`iv4l] adj. 邪惡的、惡毒的；有害的 l  memorable [`m5m4r4b4l] adj. 難忘的；值得

紀念的
l ribbon [`r6b4n] n. 絲帶；緞帶
l comedy [`k3m4di] n. 喜劇、喜劇表演
l represent [~r5pr6`z5nt] v. 象徵、代表
l awareness [4`w5rn4s] n. 意識、察覺；體認
l financial [fa6`n1n]4l] adj. 財務的；金融的
l refugee [`r5fj8~d.i] n. 難民；逃亡者
l plentiful [`pl5nt6f4l] adj. 豐富的；充足的
NO. 206 6 月 6–8 日

NO. 206 6 月 14 日

l fortune [`f7rt]4n] n. 運氣、機遇；財富 l confusion [k4n`fju.4n] n. 混淆、困惑；混亂

l community [k4`mjun4ti] n. 社區；社團、團體 l association [4~sosi`e]4n] n. 協會；關聯

l employ [6m`pl76] v. 採用、運用；雇用 l oval [`ov4l] adj. 橢圓形的

l discount [`d6s~ka8nt] n. 折扣 l zone [zon] n. 地區、區域

l smooth [smu\] adj. 光滑的；平穩的 l native [`net6v] adj. 本地的；土生土長的

l advise [4d`va6z] v. 勸告、建議

l threaten [`qr5tx] v. 危害到；威脅

 l Various creatures live in the forest. l I work as a typist for a local law firm.
各式各樣的生物生活在森林裡。 我在本地的一間法律事務所擔任打字員。
l This room has the distinct smell of pine. l We rented a car on our trip to California.
這個房間有明顯的松木香味。 我們去加州旅行時租了一輛車。
l Her excellent speech inspired me to work hard for what l He lives in a small, modest home.
I want most. 他住在一間簡樸的小房子裡。
她出色的演說激勵我努力得到我最想要的東西。 l John and I chatted over coffee.
l His jacket was unique because of its many bright colors. 我和約翰邊喝咖啡邊聊天。
他的外套因為有許多鮮艷的顏色而獨樹一幟。 l Fasten your seat belt! The plane is about to take off.
NO. 206 6 月 8, 11 日

NO. 206 6 月 1, 4 日
l This dish is made with a lot of spices, so it’s a little hot. 繫好安全帶！飛機要起飛了。
這道菜是由許多香料製成，所以有點辣。 l I’m exhausted from all that exercise!
l I spit out the gum once it lost its flavor. 我因為這所有的運動而筋疲力盡！
口香糖一旦沒味道了，我就把它吐掉。 l She was very worried, but her friends comforted her
l The toast is perfectly crispy. and said everything would be fine.
這片烤麵包極為酥脆。 她非常擔心，但她朋友安慰她並說一切都會沒事的。

l Can we turn on the air conditioner? I’m really suffering l After he passed out, he was unconscious for several
in this heat! hours.
我們可以開冷氣嗎？我真的快被這高溫給熱壞了！ 他在昏倒之後失去意識好幾個小時。
l In the play, I will portray a king. l The train arrived promptly at nine o’clock.
我會在劇中飾演一名國王。 那班火車準時九點抵達。
l Mr. Edwards transformed the bedroom into a personal l If you are feeling ill, consider making an appointment with
library. your physician.
愛德華斯先生將這間臥房改造成一間私人圖書室。 如果你感到不適，就考慮跟你的醫師約診吧。
NO. 206 6 月 11–12 日

l A picture of the queen graced the wall. l The holiday is a celebration of the nation’s independence.
NO. 206 6 月 4–5 日

一張皇后的照片為這面牆增添了光彩。 這個節日是慶祝該國獨立。
l My grandfather lives at a senior care home. l This assignment involves only reading and no writing.
我祖父住在一間養老院。 這項作業只包含閱讀，沒有寫作。
l The writer adapted the book into a TV series. l A great question merits a careful response.
這位作家將此書改編為電視連續劇。 一個好的問題值得仔細的回覆。

l I thought I’d lost the key, but I eventually found it under l She couldn’t get on the ride due to her pregnancy.
the couch. 她因為有孕在身，所以不能坐這項遊樂設施。
我以為我弄丟了鑰匙，但最後在沙發底下找到了。 l In this story, an evil spirit frightens people camping in
l Today has been quite a memorable day; I haven’t had the woods.
this much fun in years! 在這個故事中，一個邪靈會嚇唬在樹林裡露營的人。
今天真是一個值得紀念的日子；我已經好幾年沒有這麼快樂了！ l Her hair was wrapped up in red ribbons.
l I’d rather not see something serious, so let’s see a 她的頭髮用紅絲帶綁起來。
comedy. l The colors of the flag represent freedom and progress.
我寧可不要看嚴肅的東西，所以看喜劇吧。 這面旗子的顏色代表自由和進步。
NO. 206 6 月 5–6 日
NO. 206 6 月 13 日

l This ad is meant to raise awareness of climate change. l The company is a financial group that offers many
這個廣告旨在喚起人們對於氣候變遷的意識。 banking services.
l Thousands of refugees have left the country in search 這間公司是一個提供許多銀行服務的金融集團。
of safer places. l Our supplies are plentiful, so please take as much as
成千上萬名難民已經離開那個國家去尋找更安全的地方。 you need.
我們的供應量充足，所以想拿多少就拿多少。

l He went off to seek his fortune as an actor.

l There was some confusion as to which umbrella 他出去尋找當演員的機會。
belonged to whom. l We live in a friendly little community.
關於哪一把傘屬於誰有一些混淆。
我們住在一個友善的小社區裡。
l The two companies have similar names, but they have l The doctor employed an X-ray device to examine the
no association with each other.
patient’s bone structure.
這兩間公司名稱相似，但彼此並沒有關聯。
醫生運用 X 光儀器來檢查病人的骨骼結構。
l Nancy owns a hand mirror that has an oval shape. l There is a 5 percent discount on this item.
南西有一面橢圓形的手鏡。
這項商品有打九五折。
NO. 206 6 月 6–8 日

l This is a no-parking zone, so please move your car

NO. 206 6 月 14 日

l The roads here are very smooth—there are no bumps.

somewhere else.
這裡的路非常平穩——沒有任何突起處。
這裡是禁止停車區，所以請把你的車子移到別處。
l I advise you to eat breakfast every single morning.
l For centuries, the native people of the land lived in
我建議你每天早上都要吃早餐。
peace.
好幾個世紀以來，這塊土地的原住民過著和平的生活。 l A lack of clean water is threatening the population.
缺乏乾淨的水正威脅著全體居民。
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NO. 206 6 月 22, 25 日

l origin [`7r4d.4n] n. 起源、由來 l physical [`f6z6k4l] adj. 實體的；身體的

l  mob [m3b] n. 民眾、大眾（現今此字帶有貶義）；暴民、 l information [~6nf0`me]4n] n. 資訊

憤怒的群眾
l frequent [fri`kw5nt] v. 經常去（某個地方）
l  opposite [`3p4z4t] adj. 對面的、另一邊的；相反的
l noble [`nob4l] n. 貴族 adj. 貴族的、高貴的
l violent [`va64l4nt] adj. 暴力的；猛烈的
l steep [stip] v. 浸泡
l moreover [m7r`ov0] adv. 此外；而且
l harvest [`h3rv4st] n. 收成；收成季節；收穫量
l volunteer [~v3l4n`t6r] n. 志工；志願者

NO. 206 6 月 18–19 日

NO. 206 6 月 25–26, 28 日

l helmet [`h5lm4t] n. 頭盔；安全帽 l shade [ ]ed] v. 給……遮光 n. （色彩）濃淡、色度

l typically [`t6p6kli] adv. 通常；典型地 l popularity [~p3pj4`l5r4ti] n. 受歡迎；流行

l grab [gr1b] v. 抓取；匆忙地吃（食物） l  explode [6k`splod] v. 突然或迅速增加；爆炸、

爆破
l romantic [ro`m1nt6k] adj. 浪漫的
l evidence [`5v4d4ns] n. 證據、證明
l exception [6k`s5p]4n] n. 例外
l  energetic [~5n0`d.5t6k] adj. 精力充沛的、充滿
l survive [s0`va6v] v. 挺過、艱難度過；存活 活力的

l additionally [4`d6]n4li] adv. 除此之外

l capital [ `k1p4ty] n. 首都、首府；（工商業活動）中心

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l grief [grif] n. 悲傷；哀痛 l  singular [`s6;gj4l0] adj. 獨特的；顯著的；
奇特的
l normal [`n7rm4l] adj. 正常、平常的；普通的
l acquaint [4`kwent] v. 使了解、使熟悉
l account [4`ka8nt] n. （電子郵件等的）帳號；帳戶
l district [`d6str6kt] n. 地區、區域
l expand [6k`sp1nd] v. 擴大；擴展
l mild [ma6ld] adj. 暖和的、和煦的；溫和的
l advice [4d`va6s] n. 勸告
l alley [`1li] n. 小巷、巷道
l relieve [r6`liv] v. 緩解；減輕

l patience [`pe]4ns] n. 耐心；忍耐力

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l  junior [`d.unj0] adj. （四年制大學或中學）三年級 l recover [r6`k9v0] v. 重新找到；使恢復、復原

生的；資淺的
l icy [ `a6si] adj. 冰冷的；結冰的
l economics [~5k4`n3m6ks] n. 經濟（學）
l harbor [`h3rb0] n. 港口、港灣
l spark [sp3rk] v. 激起；引發；觸發
l  historic [h6`st7r6k] adj. 具有歷史意義或著名的
l strength [str5;q] n. 優點、長處
l gallery [`g1l4ri] n. （藝術作品）展覽館、畫廊
l responsibility [r6~sp3ns4`b6l4ti] n. 職責；責任
l snap [sn1p] v. 拍照
l  eager [`ig0] adj. 急切的；熱切的、渴望的（之後常
接 to V. / for sth）
 l The tradition has origins in 16th-century Europe.
l Sports require various physical skills.
那項傳統源自十六世紀的歐洲。
運動需要各種身體技能。
l An angry mob stood outside the palace and demanded
l She said she would look up more information on the that the king be removed.
Internet. 一群憤怒的暴民站在皇宮外面要求罷黜國王。
她說她會上網搜尋更多資料。
l North is the opposite direction of south.
l She frequents this tea shop at least three times a week. 北方是南方的相反方向。
她經常去這間茶館，一周至少去三次。
l Because of its fighting scenes, I think this movie is too
l The castle was owned by a noble during the 16th
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violent for young children.
century. 因為有打鬥場景，我認為這部電影太暴力不適合小孩看。
這座城堡在十六世紀時為一名貴族所擁有。
l Dana is a very clever young woman. Moreover, she’s
l Steep the tea in hot water for four minutes. very friendly.
將茶浸泡在熱水裡四分鐘。 戴娜是個很聰明的年輕女子。此外，她非常友善。
l We have a high quantity of crops from the recent harvest. l Kerry was a volunteer at the hospital for five years.
最近的收成，我們採收非常大量的農作物。 凱瑞曾在這間醫院當過五年的志工。

l The spot was shaded by the trees.

這地點被樹木遮住了。 l Put on your helmet before you get on your bike.
你騎腳踏車之前要戴上安全帽。
l Pizza enjoys great popularity in New York.
披薩在紐約大受歡迎。 l I typically run about a mile during my daily exercise.
我每天運動通常都會跑大約一英里。
l The record exploded and shot to the top of the charts.
那張唱片銷量驟增，並衝上排行榜冠軍。 l Would you like to grab some lunch with me tomorrow?
你明天要不要跟我隨便吃點午餐？
l There is no evidence that anyone ever lived on this
l He bought her flowers? How romantic!
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island.
沒有證據顯示有任何人曾住在這座島上。 他買花給她？那可真浪漫呀！
NO. 206 6 月 18–19 日

l If you’re feeling energetic, why not go for a run? l Everyone else in my family loves sports; I’m the one
如果你現在精神很好的話，何不出去跑一跑呢？ exception.
我家裡的其他人都喜愛體育；我是例外。
l It’s too cold to go for a walk; additionally, it’s too late.
天氣太冷沒辦法去散步；此外，時間也太晚了。 l We have survived our share of difficult times.
我們已經度過了艱難的時期。
l Taipei is the capital of Taiwan.
台北市是台灣的首都。

l When her pet fish died, Mona could hardly contain her
l He is a singular musician whose work is beyond compare. grief. 她的寵物魚死掉時，莫娜幾乎無法克制悲傷。
他是一名卓越的音樂家，其作品無可匹敵。
l Today was just a normal day.
l It didn’t take long to become acquainted with my new 今天就只是個普通的一天。
surroundings.
我很快就熟悉了新環境。 l Let me log into my email account.
讓我登入我的電子郵件帳號。
l I work in the big commercial district in the middle of the
city. l The company is expanding its line of products.
我在市中心一個大型商業區工作。 這間公司正在擴大其產品線。
NO. 206 6 月 19–20 日

l It’s not too hot outside, and it’s not too cold—it’s l My advice to you is to think carefully before making a
NO. 206 6 月 28 日

perfectly mild. decision. 我對你的建議是做決定前要仔細考慮。

外面不是太熱，也不是太冷——非常溫暖。 l Take this medicine; it’ll relieve your throat pain.
l The entrance to the apartment building is right down 服用這一劑藥；它能緩減你的喉嚨痛。
that alley. l This could take a while, so please have patience.
那棟公寓大樓的入口就在那條巷底。 這可能要花上一點時間，所以請有耐心。

l I was able to recover the information from the hard l Hank joined the staff as the junior sports writer.
drive. 漢克加入職員成為資淺的體育記者。
我得以從硬碟找回資料。 l I’m interested in economics, so I’m always keeping
l The roads are very icy right now, so be careful if you track of the market.
need to drive. 我對經濟學感興趣，所以總是掌握市場動態。
這幾條路現在是結冰的，所以如果你要開車請小心。 l The popular commercial sparked demand for the
l Several ships waited in the harbor. product.
好幾艘船隻在港口等候。 這個受歡迎的廣告刺激了對此產品的需求。
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l There are many historic buildings in this part of town. l Her patience is one of her biggest strengths.
NO. 206 6 月 29 日

城裡這個地方有許多歷史上重要的建築。 她最大的長處之一就是耐心。
l Jon’s paintings were featured at the gallery. l I have a lot of responsibilities at this job, so I’m often
這間美術館以瓊恩的畫作為主打。 quite busy.
l She snapped a photo of the bird before it flew away. 我這份工作有很多職責，所以我常常很忙碌。
她在那隻鳥飛走前快速拍了一張牠的照片。 l We’re all very eager to see what happens.
我們都想看看會發生什麼事。
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l frozen [`frozx] adj. 冷凍的、冰凍的、結冰的 l liberal [`l6br4l] adj. 慷慨大方的；大量的；開明的

l refreshingly [r6`fr5]6;li] adv. 令人精神煥發地； l accidentally [~1ks4`d5ntyi] adv. 無意間地；不小

清涼提神地 心地

l scoop [skup] n. 一球或一杓的量 l empty [`5mpti] adj. 空的

l whip [w6p] v. 攪打；鞭打 l compete [k4m`pit] v. 參加（比賽）；競爭（作不及物用）

l dense [d5ns] adj. 濃稠的、密集的；密度大的 l severely [s4`v6rli] adv. 十分嚴重地；極為惡劣地

l blend [bl5nd] v. 使混合、調和 l tragedy [`tr1d.4di] n. 災難、悲劇；悲劇作品

l brilliant [`br6lj4nt] adj. 出色的、絕妙的 l participation [p3r~t6s4`pe]4n] n. 參與、參加

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NO. 207 7 月 10–11 日

l sticky [`st6ki] adj. 黏的 l frequent [`frikw4nt] adj. 經常性的、頻繁的

l amusement [4`mjuzm4nt] n. 娛樂、消遣（方式）； l champion [`t]1mpi4n] n. 冠軍；優勝者

愉悅
l depressed [d6`pr5st] adj. 沮喪消沉的；憂鬱的
l tease [tiz] v. 逗弄、捉弄；嘲笑
l attitude [`1t4~tud] n. 態度、心態
l numerous [`num4r4s] adj. 許多的、眾多的
l inspiration [~6nsp4`re]4n] n. 具有啟發性的人事物；
l furry [`f-i] adj. 毛茸茸的 靈感、啟發

l roughly [`r9fli] adv. 大約、大概地；粗略地 l admire [4d`ma6r] v. 敬愛、欽佩；欣賞

l messenger [`m5sxd.0] n. 使者；信差、通信員

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NO. 207 7 月 12–13 日

l tame [tem] adj. （動物）溫馴的、馴化的 l thoroughly [`q-oli] adv. 非常；徹底地、完全地

l colony [`k3l4ni] n. （鳥、動物的）群體、群落 l essential [6`s5n]4l] adj. 有絕對必要的；不可或缺的

（常用 a colony of N. 表達「一群……」）；殖民地；聚居地
l gracious [`gre]4s] adj. 親切有禮貌的；寬厚的
l theory [`qi4ri] n. 觀點、看法；學說、理論
l converse [k4n`v-s] v. 交談、談話
l originally [4`r6d.4nyi] adv. 原本、起初
l laughter [`l1ft0] n. 笑聲；笑
l plenty [`pl5nti] n. 充足、大量（plenty of . . . 指「大
量、充足的……」）
l multiple [`m9lt4p4l] adj. 多個的；多種的

l billion [`b6lj4n] n. 十億；大量

l fortunately [`f7rt]n4tli] adv. 幸好；幸運的是
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NO. 207 7 月 13, 16 日

l substance [`s9bst4ns] n. 物質 l panic [`p1n6k] v. 恐慌；驚慌（三態為 panic-panicked

-panicked）
l electronics [6~l5k`tr3n6ks] n. 電子設備、電子儀
器（作此義時恆用複數） l outer [`a8t0] adj. 外面的；外部的

l otherwise [`9\0~wa6z] adv. 在其他方面；除此之外 l appreciation [4~pr6]i`e]4n] n. 感謝；欣賞

l promising [`pr3m4s6;] adj. 大有希望的；很有前途的 l abandoned [4`b1nd4nd] adj. 棄置的；捨棄不用的

l consumer [k4n`sum0] n. 消費者 l dump [d9mp] v. 拋棄、丟下

l definitely [`d5f4n6tli] adv. 一定、肯定地、當然 l gear [g6r] n. （從事某活動的）設備、用具、服裝

（作此義時為不可數）
 l In preparing the cake, the baker was very liberal with l I just took the meat out of the freezer, so it’s still frozen.
the whipped cream. 我剛把肉從冷凍庫拿出來，所以它還是冷凍的。
這位烘焙師傅在準備蛋糕時，用奶油非常大方。 l It is refreshingly cool outside.
l I accidentally left the TV on. 我不小心忘記關電視了。 外頭的空氣清新涼爽。
l There’s nothing in the drawer; it’s completely empty. l She put three scoops of ice cream in the bowl.
抽屜裡什麼都沒有；完全是空的。 她挖了三球冰淇淋到碗裡。
l Two local teams are competing in tonight’s game. l Alex whipped the butter to make it easier to spread.
兩支本地的球隊要在今晚的比賽中相互競爭。 艾力克斯攪打奶油，使它比較容易塗抹。
Maurice fell and severely injured his leg.
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l l Steel is denser than water, so it doesn’t float.

NO. 207 7 月 2–3 日

莫里斯跌倒，腳受了重傷。 鋼的密度比水大，所以浮不起來。
l Did you hear that the ship sank? What a tragedy! l The eggs and milk were blended in a mixing bowl.
你有聽說那艘船沉了嗎？真是個悲劇！ 蛋和牛奶在攪拌碗裡混合在一起。
l We need more people for the event, so we’d appreciate l I’ve come up with a brilliant plan that will solve all our
your participation. problems.
我們那場活動需要更多人，所以我們會感謝你的參與。 我已經想到一個可以解決我們所有問題的絕佳計畫。

l In this part of the country, rain is frequent and often heavy. l Peanut butter is very sticky.
該國這個地區經常下雨且常下得很大。 花生醬黏糊糊的。
l That man has won 67 gold medals—he’s a truly l Let’s head to the amusement park and go on some rides!
amazing champion. 我們前往遊樂園玩一些遊樂設施吧！
那名男子贏得了六十七面金牌——他真的是個了不起的冠軍。 l Janet teased her younger brother by pretending to give
l Lucy was depressed for a while after her pet bird flew him her candy bar.
away. 珍妮特捉弄弟弟，假裝要給他她的糖果棒。
露西在寵物鳥飛走後沮喪了一陣子。 l The bakery sells numerous types of bread.
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l Mark has a great attitude; he’s always polite and 這間烘焙屋販賣許多種麵包。

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hardworking. l Dogs, squirrels, and bears are all furry creatures.

馬克態度很棒；他總是彬彬有禮又認真工作。 狗、松鼠和熊都是毛茸茸的動物。
l That encouraging story is an inspiration to millions. l The train station is roughly 25 miles from here.
那個鼓舞人心的故事對數百萬人都是一個激勵。 那個火車站離這裡大約二十五英里。
l I really admire that artist’s excellent work! l The messenger delivered the news to us.
我真的很欣賞那位藝術家傑出的作品！ 信差傳遞這個消息給我們。

l I won’t sign the contract until I’ve thoroughly reviewed it. l The birds are very tame; they do not fear people.
我要完全地審查過才會簽約。 這些鳥兒很溫馴；牠們不怕人。
l Studying is essential if you want to get a good grade on l The colony was made up of people who sailed here from
the test. 如果你想考好成績的話，讀書是絕對必要的。 across the ocean.
l Thank you for being such a gracious host. 這個聚居地是由從海的彼岸航海過來的人所組成。
謝謝你真的是一位親切的主人。 l I don’t know how it happened; I can only offer theories
l I’ll converse with you tomorrow about my idea. about that.
我不知道它是怎麼發生的；我只能提供相關的看法。
我明天會跟你談談我的想法。
NO. 207 7 月 12–13 日

l This museum was originally a school.

l Clark’s joke was so funny that I couldn’t hold in my laughter.
NO. 207 7 月 4–5 日

這間博物館原本是一所學校。
克拉克的笑話太好笑了，以致於我無法忍住不笑。
l There is plenty of food here, so you won’t go hungry.
l There are multiple options available for the company’s 這裡有很多食物，所以你不會餓肚子。
vacation packages. 公司的度假行程有幾種選擇。
l A billion is a thousand times greater than a million.
l I thought I’d lost my phone, but fortunately, it was just 十億是一百萬的一千倍。
under the desk.
我以為我丟了手機，不過幸好只是掉在桌子底下。

l When the alarm went off, everyone panicked and ran l Clay is a substance that is often used by artists.
out of the building. 黏土是藝術家經常用的物質。
警報器響起時，每個人都驚慌失措地逃離這棟建築物。 l Cell phones, tablets, and computers are all electronics.
l The outer material of the well is wood, but the inside is 手機、平板和電腦都是電子設備。
made of stone. l Mary has a minor cough but is otherwise healthy.
這座井外面的材質是木頭，但裡面是石頭做的。 瑪莉有點咳嗽，其他方面算是健康。
l I’d like to express my appreciation for all you’ve done l A promising new medical treatment has been found to
for me. 我想要為你替我做的一切表達感謝之意。 help flu patients recover faster.
NO. 207 7 月 13, 16 日

l That old abandoned factory hasn’t been used in 60 years. 一種大有希望的新療法已被發現可以幫助流感病人更快康復。

NO. 207 7 月 6, 9 日

那間老舊廢棄的工廠已經六十年沒使用了。 l Consumers demand high quality and low prices.

l Clark dumped all of his trash in the waste bin. 消費者要求高品質和低價格。
克拉克把所有的垃圾丟進垃圾桶。 l That book sounds excellent; I’ll definitely check it out!
l I need new running gear—my shoes and shorts are 那本書聽起來很棒；我一定要去看看！
worn out.
我需要新的跑步用品——我的鞋子和短褲都磨損了。
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NO. 207 7 月 23–25 日

l impact [`6m~p1kt] n. 影響、作用；衝擊 l delivery [d6`l6v4ri] n.（信件、包裹）投遞、運送；
運送之物
l recycle [ri`sa6k4l] v. 回收利用；再次利用
l explosive [6k`splos6v] adj. 有爆發力的、爆炸性
l meanwhile [`min~wa6l] adv. 同時間；與此同時 的；震耳欲聾的

l found [fa8nd] v. 建立、創建（三態為規則變化 found– l spiritual [`sp6r6t]4w4l] adj. 心靈的、精神上的

founded–founded）
l backpack [`b1k~p1k] n. 背包、登山旅行包
l melt [m5lt] v. 使熔（溶、融）化
l pal [ p1l] n. （口語）好友、夥伴
l fuel [`fju4l] n. 燃料
l cottage [`k3t6d.] n. （鄉村的）小屋；農舍
l imply [6m`pla6] v. 暗示；意味著
l observe [4b`z-v] v. 觀察、觀測；注意到

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NO. 207 7 月 25–26 日

l bridegroom [`bra6d~grum] n. 新郎（也可寫成 groom） l suggest [s4`d.5st] v. 使聯想到；暗示、意味著

l romance [`ro~m1ns] n. 戀愛、戀情；浪漫氛圍 l facial [`fe]4l] adj. 臉上的、面部的（facial scrub 指

「磨砂洗面乳」）
l folk [fok] n. （某一群體或類型的）人們（常用複數形，
義同 people） l responsible [r6`sp3ns4b4l] adj.作為原因的；有責任
的（be responsible for sth 在此指「是……的成因；造成……」）
l author [`7q0] n. 作者；作家
l convince [k4n`v6ns] v. 使確信、使信服；說服（常用
l overlook [~ov0`l8k] v. 眺望、俯瞰；忽視 被動式 be convinced that S. + V. 表示「確信、信服……」）

l entertain [~5nt0`ten] v. 提供……娛樂；招待 l fabled [`feb4ld] adj. 傳說中的；聞名的、傳奇式的

l carve [k3rv] v. 雕刻；刻鑿 l wisdom [`w6zd4m] n. 智慧
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NO. 207 7 月 26–27 日

l glorious [`gl7ri4s] adj. 輝煌、光榮的；壯麗的； l sympathy [`s6mp4qi] n. 同情；贊同
美好燦爛的
l disappointed [~d6s4`p76nt4d] adj. 失望的；沮喪的
l religious [r6`l6d.4s] adj. 宗教的；虔誠的
l wrinkle [`r6;k4l] n. 皺紋；皺摺、皺痕
l location [lo`ke]4n] n. 地點、位置
l follower [`f3l4w0] n. 追隨者、擁護者；信徒
l scenery [`sin4ri] n. 風景、景色
l virtue [`v-t]u] n. 美德、高尚品德
l canyon [`k1nj4n] n. 峽谷
l possess [p4`z5s] v. 擁有、具有
l reserve [r6`z-v] n. （野生動物）保護區
l angel [`end.4l] n. 天使
NO. 207 7 月 20, 23 日

NO. 207 7 月 27, 31 日

l species [`spi]iz] n. 物種、種（單複數同形） l powder [`pa8d0] v. 使……成粉末（常用過去分詞作形容

詞的 powdered 指「粉狀的；弄成粉的」）
l landscape [`l1nd~skep] n. 風景畫；（陸地上的）
風景、自然景色 l trail [trel] n. （一串）痕跡、蹤跡；（特定）路線
l bloom [blum] v. 開花；（花朵）綻放 l machinery [m4`]in4ri] n. 機械（總稱）、機器

l concert [`k3ns0t] n. 演唱會；音樂會 l balance [`b1l4ns] n. 平衡、均勢

l fantastic [f1n`t1st6k] adj. （口語）太棒了、非常好 l ingredient [6n`gridi4nt] n. 食材；成分；

的、絕佳的 （構成）要素

l estimate [`5st4~met] v. 估計；估價

 l If you don’t want to go out to eat, we can just order delivery. l Human activity has had a negative impact on the rain
如果你不想外出用餐，我們可以叫外送。 forest. 人類活動對雨林有負面的衝擊。
l The movie was explosive—it was the most exciting film l In this office, we recycle all of our paper.
I’ve seen this year. 在這間辦公室裡，我們回收所有的紙張。
這部電影很有爆發力——是我今年看過最刺激的電影。 l The cook hurried to prepare the meal. Meanwhile, the
l The priest spoke about spiritual matters. guests chatted at the table.
神父談論心靈方面的問題。 廚師加快動作準備餐點。與此同時，賓客們坐在餐桌旁聊天。
l Many children carry their books in backpacks. l The school was founded in 1972.
NO. 207 7 月 23–25 日

NO. 207 7 月 16–17 日

許多孩子把書放在後背包裡。 這所學校創立於一九七二年。
l I’ve known Theo for years; we’re good pals. l We melted the chocolate by putting it in a hot pan.
我已認識席歐好多年了；我們是好朋友。 我們把巧克力放在一個熱鍋裡熔化。
l The old woman lives in a small cottage in the valley. l Gasoline is used as fuel for cars. 汽油被用作車子的燃料。
那位老婦人住在山谷中的一間小屋裡。 l Although he didn’t say it directly, he implied that he
l Sharon sat on the grass and observed the moon in the wanted us to leave.
night sky. 雪倫坐在草地上觀察夜空中的月亮。 雖然他沒有直說，但他暗示他想要我們離開。

l The way he walks suggests a very confident man. l The bridegroom kissed his bride.
他走路的樣子意味著他是個很有自信的人。 新郎親吻他的新娘。
l I use a facial scrub every night before bed. l The two are falling in love—romance is in the air!
我每晚上床睡覺前都會用磨砂洗面乳。 這兩個人墜入愛河——大家都可感受到浪漫氛圍！
l A delayed flight was responsible for her being late. l Most folks in this town lead quiet, peaceful lives.
班機延遲造成她遲到。 這座城鎮大部分的人過著寧靜祥和的生活。
l The letter never arrived; I’m convinced that it got lost l Mr. Swanson is the author of the novel.
in the mail. 史旺森先生是這本小說的作者。
那封信根本沒寄到；我確信它在郵寄過程中弄丟了。
NO. 207 7 月 25–26 日

NO. 207 7 月 18–19 日

l A large portrait of the king overlooked the town square.
l There is no evidence that the fabled city ever existed. 一幅巨大的國王肖像俯瞰著小鎮的廣場。
沒有證據顯示那個傳說中的城市曾經存在過。 l The magician entertained the crowd with some
l I would never ignore the wisdom of my grandparents. amazing tricks.
我絕不會忽略我祖父母的智慧。 這名魔術師用一些驚人的戲法來娛樂群眾。
l He carved the statue out of wood.
他用木頭雕出雕像。

l It’s clear you’re going through hard times; you have my l The sight of the rising sun was simply glorious!
sympathy. 太陽升起的景色真的很燦爛。
顯然你正經歷低潮期；我很同情你。 l Mr. Jennings is a very religious man who goes to
l Jack was disappointed that he couldn’t go to the fair. church every day.
傑克無法去市集，感到很失望。 詹寧斯先生非常虔誠，每天都上教堂。
l I can’t get these wrinkles out of my clothing. l The park was so crowded that we decided on another
我無法去除我衣服上的這些皺痕。 location for our picnic.
l The religion has millions of followers. 這個公園太擁擠了，我們決定改去另一個地點野餐。
NO. 207 7 月 26–27 日

NO. 207 7 月 19–20 日

這個宗教有數百萬名信徒。 l The scenery along the coast is just beautiful.

l They say that patience is a virtue. 沿岸的景色就是如此美麗。
人們說耐心是一種美德。 l The canyon formed over millions of years, and it’s very
l She possesses a strong will to succeed. wide and deep.
她具有追求成功的堅強意志。 這個峽谷是數百萬年累積而成，它非常寬且深。
l In this story, a man is comforted by angels from Heaven. l The government established a reserve to protect local
在這個故事中，一名男子受到來自天堂的天使安慰。 animals. 政府設置了保護區保護當地的動物。

l He powdered the block into dust. l Those two bears look similar, but they actually belong to
他把那整塊磨成灰。 two different species.
l The car needed repairs; it had leaked a long trail of oil 那兩隻熊看起來很相似，但其實屬於兩個不同的品種。
along the road. l Countless trees are spread across the landscape.
這輛車需要維修；它已經漏了一整路的油了。 景色中遍布著無數的樹木。
l The factory workers use various types of machinery. l When spring comes, many flowers will bloom.
工廠員工使用各式各樣的機械。 春天來臨時，許多花會綻放。
l The movie has a perfect balance of drama and comedy. l The music at the rock concert last night was so loud
NO. 207 7 月 27, 31 日

NO. 207 7 月 20, 23 日

這部電影在劇情和喜劇效果之間取得完美的平衡。 that my ears are still ringing.

l The dish contains few ingredients and is very easy to 昨晚那場搖滾演唱會的音樂非常大聲以致於我現在還在耳鳴。
make. l We had a fantastic time hiking today!
這道菜包含的食材不多而且製作起來很容易。 我們今天爬山爬得非常愉快！
l I estimate it will take about three days to finish this paper.
我估計會花大約三天的時間來完成這份報告。
 NO. 208 8 月 1–2 日

NO. 208 8 月 7–9 日

l fairy [`f5ri] n. 小精靈、小仙子 l entirely [6n`ta6rli] adv. 完全地、全部地

l valuable [`v1lj4b4l] adj. 有價值的；貴重的 l announce [4`na8ns] v. 宣布

l warn [w7rn] v. 提醒、警告；告誡 l plastic [`pl1st6k] adj. 塑膠的 n. 塑膠（製品）

l precious [`pr5]4s] adj. 珍貴的、寶貴的 l  environmentally [6n~va6r4n`m5ntyi] adv. 與環

境有關地（environmentally friendly 指「對環境友善的」）
l  replace [r6`ples] v. 取代、替換（replace A with B
指「用 B 替代 A」） l  feature [`fit]0] v. 由……主演；以……為特色

l remain [r6`men] v. 剩下、遺留；繼續存在 l  actually [`1kt]4li] adv. 事實上；實際上

l envy [`5nvi] n. 羨慕、忌妒 l  exactly [6g`z1ktli] adv. 沒錯、正是；正確地

l improvement [6m`pruvm4nt] n. 改進；改善

NO. 208 8 月 2–3 日

NO. 208 8 月 9–10, 13 日

l  regret [r6`gr5t] v.
對……感到後悔、遺憾（在此作及
物用，受詞可用 N./V-ing 或 that 子句） l probably [`pr3b4bli] adv. 或許、很可能

l shame [ ]em] n. 丟臉、恥辱；羞愧 l  necessity [n6`s5s4ti] n. 必需品、不可或缺的事物

（可數）；必要性（不可數）
l poverty [`p3v0ti] n. 貧窮、貧困
l jar [d.3r] n. 玻璃罐、廣口瓶
l  glow [glo] v. 發光、發熱 n. 光亮；微光
l stuff [st9f ] n. 東西、物品
l pressure [`pr5]0] n. 壓力
l  aware [4`w5r] adj. 意識到的、察覺到的；知道的
l reaction [ri`1k]4n] n. 反應；回應
l  native [`net6v] adj. （語言）本國的、出生地的；土
生土長的
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NO. 208 8 月 13–14 日

l  electric [6`l5ktr6k] adj. 電的；用電的 l form [f7rm] n. 型態、形式；類型 v. 形成、組成

l technology [t5k`n3l4d.i] n. 科技；技術 l election [6`l5k]4n] n. 選舉

l various [`v5ri4s] adj. 各式各樣的；不同種類的 l nickname [`n6k~nem] v. 取綽號 n. 綽號、暱稱

l limited [`l6m4t4d] adj. 有限的、不多的 l operator [`3p4~ret0] n. 操作員

l background [`b1k~gra8nd] n. 背景 l gesture [`d.5st]0] n. 手勢；示意動作

l damage [`d1m6d.] v. 傷害、損傷 l dive [da6v] v. 潛水；跳水

l worthless [`w-ql4s] adj. 沒價值的；沒用的

NO. 208 8 月 6–7 日

NO. 208 8 月 14–15 日

l extremely [6k`strimli] adv. 極度、極其；極端地

l  reasonable [`rizx4b4l] adj. 還算好的、不錯的； l situation [~s6t]4`we]4n] n. 情況、情境；位置
合理的；（價錢）公道的、不貴的
l  domestic [d4`m5st6k] adj. （動物）作寵物飼養
l charge [t]3rd.] v. （給電池）充電 的；家用的；國內的
l completely [k4m`plitli] adv. 完全地、徹底 l vision [`v6.4n] n. 視力；展望
l customer [`k9st4m4r] n. 顧客、客戶 l vary [`v5ri] v. 變化、改變；不同
l  drain [dren] v. 使耗盡；（使）
（水分）瀝乾（可作及物 l communicate [k4`mjun4~ket] v. 溝通；交流
或不及物用）

l indeed [6n`did] adv. 的確、確實；實際上

 l He did not entirely finish his exam when the time was l The little fairy had the power of magic.
up. 時間到時他試題還沒有全部作答完。 那個小精靈有魔法。
l They announced the news on television and radio l That gold ring is quite valuable.
stations. 他們在電視和廣播電台宣布此項消息。 那枚金戒指相當貴重。
l Most sports drinks come in plastic bottles. l Mrs. Waters warned her son not to go into the forest
多數運動飲料都是用塑膠瓶裝的。 after dark.
l The university plans to build an environmentally 瓦特思太太警告她兒子天黑後不要進入那片森林。
friendly building. 這間大學計畫要蓋一棟環保的綠建築。
l My memories of my time in school are precious to me.
l This TV show features my favorite actor. 我在校時光的回憶對我來說很珍貴。
NO. 208 8 月 7–9 日

NO. 208 8 月 1–2 日

這個電視節目由我最喜歡的演員主演。
l They replaced all of the car’s tires with new ones.
l The test was actually much harder than I thought it 他們把那輛車所有的輪胎換成新的。
would be. 這次考試實際上比我想像中的還要困難得多。
l Only three slices of cake remain. 只有三片蛋糕留下來。
l I’d love to go to the movies tonight—that’s exactly what
I had in mind. l Out of envy, Tim stole his brother’s toy.
今晚我想去看電影——那正是我所想的。 出於忌妒，提姆偷走了弟弟的玩具。

l By making small improvements, you can bring about l I don’t regret my decision to come here.
big changes. 從小處著手改善，你可以帶來大改變。 我對於來此的決定並不後悔。
l Jeff went to the store, but he’ll probably be back soon. l He couldn’t keep his promise, and he felt shame
傑夫去了商店，但他可能很快就會回來。 because of that.
l Food and water are basic necessities. 他無法信守承諾，因此感到羞愧。
食物和水都是基本必需品。 l Mr. Mills grew up in poverty—his family had very little
l There is a jar of jam on the table. money. 米爾斯先生出身貧困——他家裡幾乎沒有什麼錢。
桌上有一罐果醬。 The light glowed brightly. 這盞燈發出明亮的光。
NO. 208 8 月 9–10, 13 日

l
l The shop sells all kinds of stuff. l I am feeling so much pressure because I have a big
NO. 208 8 月 2–3 日

這間店賣各種東西。 exam next week. 我壓力好大，因為我下週有一個大考。

l Please be aware of the rules. l It is not always safe to mix certain chemicals; a
請清楚這些規則。 dangerous reaction may occur.
l He speaks good Chinese, though it is not his native 將某些化學物質混合在一起並不一定都是安全的；可能會產生一種
language. 他中文講得很好，雖然那不是他的母語。 危險的化學反應。

l Fish come in many shapes and forms. l More people are starting to buy electric scooters
魚類有許多形狀和種類。 instead of ones that use gas.
愈來愈多人開始購買電動機車而不是用汽油的機車。
l There will be a national election later this year.
今年近年尾時會有一場全國性的選舉。 l It is important to keep up with the latest technology.
跟上最新科技是很重要的。
l Because he is so great, the player’s fans nicknamed
him “the King.” l The new store sells clothes, bags, and various other
因為他很厲害，那名選手的粉絲給他取綽號叫作「大王」。
things. 這間新的店販售衣服、包包和其他各式各樣的東西。
l You need to hurry to get free pizza because there is only
l The crane operator has to be very careful at his job.
a limited supply.
NO. 208 8 月 13–14 日

起重機操作員工作時必須非常小心。
你需要趕緊去拿免費披薩，因為是限量供應的。
NO. 208 8 月 3, 6 日

l Shaking your head is a common gesture for “no.” l I really like the mountain in the background.
搖頭是表示「不要」的常見動作。
我真的很喜歡背景的那座山。
l It’s dangerous to dive off high areas into water below. l Our playful dog damaged a few things after we let it into
從高處跳到下方的水面是很危險的。
the living room.
l This is a worthless car because it’s too old. 我們那隻愛玩的狗狗在我們把牠放進客廳後破壞了一些東西。
這是一輛沒價值的車，因為它太舊了。

l I was extremely happy after I found out we were going l As he often comes to buy things here, I gave him a very
to Canada for a holiday. reasonable rate.
我得知我們要去加拿大度假以後高興極了。 因為他經常來這裡買東西，我給他很合理的價格。
l It was a difficult situation when our car broke down. l You should charge your phone fully before you go out.
我們的車子拋錨時是個艱困的情況。 你出門前應該把手機完全充飽電。
l The flight is domestic, not international. l I hadn’t seen my cousin in 10 years. She had changed
這班機是國內線的，不是國際線的。 her look completely.
l Bears can see well; their vision is similar to that of 我十年沒見到我表妹了。她外表完全改變了。
humans. 熊的視力很好；牠們的視力和人類相似。
NO. 208 8 月 14–15 日

l It’s important to treat your customers well so that they

NO. 208 8 月 6–7 日

l Hotel prices vary and often depend on the time of year. will always come back.
飯店價格會變動，往往取決於每年的時間。 好好對待顧客很重要，這樣他們才會再回來。
l Using a computer, you can communicate with people l Let the water drain from the noodles first before you add
all around the world. 你可以利用電腦和世界各地的人交流。 meat and sauce.
l She seemed very tired, and indeed she was. 在你加入肉和醬汁之前先把水從麵條上瀝乾。
她似乎很累，而她確實很累。
 l challenge [`t]1l4nd.] n. 挑戰

NO. 208 8 月 16–17 日

NO. 208 8 月 23–24 日

l origin [`7r4d.4n] n. 起源、由來；出身
l support [s4`p7rt] v. 供養；資助；支持
l chain [t]en] n. 連鎖店；一連串、一系列（的事物）
l  record [r6`k7rd] v. 錄製；記錄 n. 紀錄；唱片
l structure [`str9kt]0] n. 建築物；結構體；構造 （名詞唸 [`r5k0d]）

l elevator [`5l4~vet0] n. 電梯 l require [r6`kwa6r] v. 需要；要求

l musician [mju`z6]4n] n. 樂手；音樂家 l kidney [`k6dni] n. 腎

l lover [`l9v0] n. 愛好者、熱愛者；戀人、情人 l struggle [`str9g4l] v. 努力、奮戰 n. 努力奮鬥

l kilometer [k4`l3m4t0] n. 公里 l sensitive [`s5ns4t6v] adj. 敏感的；靈敏的

l suicide [`su4~sa6d] n. 自殺（可作可數或不可數）

NO. 208 8 月 17, 20 日

NO. 208 8 月 27–28 日

l trail [trel] n. 小徑、小道；（特定）路線 l  instant [`6nst4nt] adj.（食品或飲品）速食的、即溶的；
立即的
l lighthouse [`la6t~ha8s] n. 燈塔
l briefly [`brifli] adv. 短暫地；簡短地
l ideal [a6`di4l] adj. 理想的、完美的
l process [`pr3~s5s] n. 過程、進程
l brand [br1nd] n. 品牌；商標
l  complete [k4m`plit] adj. 全部的、完整的；完全的
l specific [sp6`s6f6k] adj. 特別的、特定的；確切的 v. 完成
l  variety [v4`ra64ti] n. 種類、各式各樣（a variety of
l billion [`b6lj4n] n. 十億
指「各式各樣的」）

l chip [t]6p] n. 薯片、洋芋片；碎片

l  perfect [`p-f6kt] adj. 太棒了（口語）；完美的、
盡善盡美的 l meanwhile [`min~wa6l] adv. （與此）同時
NO. 208 8 月 21–22 日

NO. 208 8 月 28, 30 日

l normal [`n7rm4l] adj. 正常的；一般的
l tend [t5nd] v. 往往（之後接 to V.）；傾向於

l  belief [b4`lif ] n. 信念；相信；對……的信心

l management [`m1n6d.m4nt] n. 管理；經營
（常接 in sb/sth）
l efficient [6`f6]4nt] adj. 有效率的
l harm [h3rm] v. 傷害 l file [fa6l] v. 歸納；把……歸檔
l gentle [`d.5nty] adj. 溫和的；溫柔的 l arrange [4`rend.] v. 安排
l powder [`pa8d0] n. 粉末 l importance [6m`p7rtxs] n. 重要性
l diet [`da64t] n. 日常飲食 l  schedule [`sk5d.8l] v. 計畫、安排；為……安排時
間 n. 日程表；時間安排
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NO. 208 8 月 31 日

l  silent [`sa6l4nt] adj. 靜音的；安靜的、寂靜無聲的

l manage [`m1n6d.] v. 管理
l enemy [`5n4mi] n. 敵人
l relax [r6`l1ks] v. 放鬆
l design [d6`za6n] v. 設計成……；打算作……用
l minor [`ma6n0] adj. 輕微的；小的
l  grab [gr1b] v. 抓住；攫取
l condition [k4n`d6]4n] n. 狀況；情況
l  connection [k4`n5k]4n] n. （事物間的）連接；聯結
l  follower [`f3l4w0] n.（文中指社群媒體的）追蹤
者、粉絲；擁護者 l invitation [~6nv4`te]4n] n. 邀請；請帖

l attitude [`1t4~tud] n. 態度；看法

 l He was always up for a challenge. 他隨時準備好接受挑戰。 l The pizza’s place of origin is Italy.
l They support their hometown baseball club. 披薩的發源地是義大利。
他們支持自己家鄉的棒球協會。 l There are many chain stores in the new mall.
l The singer has recorded ten albums in the last decade. 這個新商場有許多連鎖店。
這名歌手在最近十年內已經錄製十張專輯。 l That gray steel structure is a new piece of art.
l The school required its students to wear uniforms. 那個灰色鋼造結構體是一件新的藝術品。
學校要求學生穿制服。 l The elevator is always full of people early in the
l If he gives her a kidney, he can survive with the other morning. 這個電梯一早總是擠滿人。
one. 如果他給了她一個腎，他還是可以用另一個腎活下來。 l Phil’s dream is to become a musician.
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NO. 208 8 月 16–17 日

l They struggled with their dog to give it a bath. 菲爾的夢想是成為一名音樂家。
他們跟狗奮戰要幫牠洗澡。 l Mick has a lot of pets since he is an animal lover.
l Dogs have sensitive noses and can usually hear very 米克有許多寵物，因為他是一名動物愛好者。
well. 狗狗的鼻子很靈敏，而且通常聽力很好。 l The distance between this town and the next is only 10
l It is good that suicide is not common here. kilometers.
這個城鎮和下個城鎮的距離只有十公里。
自殺在這裡不常見是好的。

l He liked to drink instant coffee at work. l There are many trails in the mountains.
他喜歡在工作時喝即溶咖啡。 群山之間有許多小徑。
l She sat down briefly to check her email. l Eluanbi Lighthouse is a popular spot in Kenting to visit.
她短暫地坐下查看電子郵件。 鵝鑾鼻燈塔是到墾丁玩的一個熱門景點。
l The process of making chicken soup is not too difficult. l Vancouver is the ideal place to visit during autumn.
雞湯的製作過程不是太困難。 溫哥華是一個秋天理想的參訪地點。
l I bought a complete set of color pencils for my sister. l She said she likes to buy expensive brands.
我買了一套完整的色鉛筆給我妹妹。 NO. 208 8 月 17, 20 日 她說她喜歡買昂貴的品牌。
There are over seven billion people in the world.
NO. 208 8 月 27–28 日

l l This specific type of car is known for its quality.

世界上有超過七十億人。 這種特別的車款以它的品質而聞名。
l One of her favorite snacks is potato chips. l You can buy the shoes in a variety of colors.
洋芋片是她最喜歡的零食之一。 這款鞋有各種顏色的可以買。
l Most people go out to eat at lunchtime. Meanwhile, l I bought this book 10 years ago, but it is still in perfect
some bring their own food. shape.
大部分的人午餐時間外出用餐。同時，有些人自己帶食物。 我在十年前買了這本書，但它還是保持在良好的狀態。

l I often tend to read the news in the morning. l The normal way to get to the office is to take the bus.
我往往會在早上看新聞。 一般到達辦公室的方法就是搭公車。
l The management team makes all the decisions. l He succeeded because he had a lot of belief in himself.
那個管理團隊做所有的決定。 他成功是因為他對自己很有信心。
l Tim is our most efficient worker since he always l Watch the cat; it might harm the rabbit if you leave them
finishes things early. alone together.
提姆是我們最有效率的員工，因為他總是早早就完成工作。 看好那隻貓；如果你把牠們單獨放在一起的話，牠可能會傷害這隻
l I had to file all my papers carefully. 兔子。
我得小心地將我的文件歸檔。
NO. 208 8 月 28, 30 日

The gentle girl always had a kind word for everyone.

NO. 208 8 月 21–22 日

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l Let’s arrange a party for Anna’s birthday! 這位溫柔的女孩總是對每個人說好話。
我們來替安娜安排一場慶生宴吧！ l During an Indian holiday, people throw colored powder
l Every student knows the importance of the final exam. and water on each other.
每個學生都知道期末考的重要性。 在印度的一個節日裡，人們會在彼此身上灑彩色粉末和潑水。
l I’ve scheduled my doctor’s visit for next Wednesday. l You will live longer if you have a healthy diet.
我已經排定下週三要去看醫生。 如果你有健康的飲食，你就會活得更久。

l The boy was silent for a moment. l If you can manage your time well, that will help you a lot
小男孩沉默了一會兒。 at school and work.
l At work, laziness is our enemy. 如果你可以好好管理時間，那會對你在學校和工作方面很有幫助。
在工作上，懶惰是我們的敵人。 l Try to relax before the big test.
l The new phone is designed to be easy to use by 試著在大考前放輕鬆。
older people. l Sheila’s article was almost perfect, with only one minor
這款新手機是為方便年長者使用而設計的。 mistake.
l Go grab some drinks from the fridge before we go. 席拉的文章幾近完美，只有一個小錯。
在我們離開前去冰箱拿些飲料吧。
NO. 208 8 月 22–23 日

l I will only buy the book from her if it is still in good

l There’s no connection between the two events. condition. 我只會在書的狀況仍然不錯的情況下跟她買這本書。
NO. 208 8 月 31 日

這兩起事件並無任何關聯。 l Some people enjoy having many followers on social

l I just received an invitation to Henry and Linda’s media apps like Instagram.
wedding. 有些人很喜歡在社群媒體應用程式像是 Instagram 上有許多追蹤者。
我剛收到亨利和琳達的結婚囍帖。 l Andrew maintains a pleasant attitude in any situation.
安德魯在任何情況下都維持著愉悅的態度。