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approach; be; now; even if
Meanings
8 senses · 37 examplesverb
to approach; to get close to
literaryUsed to describe the distance between two objects or people.
Their relationship is alternately close and distant, making it hard to figure out.
This small island can only be viewed from afar, not approached in person.
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The butterfly perched on the flower, seeming to approach and then leave again.
He always maintained an attitude of being close but not overly familiar.
The artistic conception of this painting is admirable but hard to truly grasp.
verb
to take office; to begin work
formalFormal, often used for official positions.
He will take office as president next month.
The new principal is about to take office.
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After taking office, the new manager adjusted the company's strategy.
After taking command, this general led the army to victory.
He has held the professorship for a year now.
adjective
current; immediate; at present
formalUsed to describe the current time or immediate situation.
Set off for the disaster area to provide support today.
We will hold an emergency meeting in the near future.
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The completion of this project is imminent, and everyone is excited.
The new regulations that take effect today will affect everyone.
Orders with immediate payment will be processed first.
verb
to use the current situation; to adapt to the moment
literaryOften used for creative works that match the current scene or atmosphere.
This poem was created by him based on the current scene.
The painter sketched on the spot and painted the beautiful sunset.
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This impromptu performance was improvised by the actors based on the moment.
He was inspired by the scene and wrote this poem recalling his hometown.
The tour guide led the tourists to explain the local history based on the current scene.
noun
a surname
A rare Chinese family name.
Mr. Ji is the Chinese teacher at our school.
I have a colleague with the family name Ji.
verb
to be; to refer to the same thing
literaryUsed in literary language to explain the equivalent of a thing.
The lotus flower is the same as the water lily; they are the same plant.
It's either this or that, with no middle ground.
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The answer to this question is exactly what we discussed earlier.
What he said is the truth, don't doubt it.
The so-called 'immortality' is just a beautiful fantasy.
adverb
then; immediately; as soon as
literaryUsed to describe an action that happens immediately after another action.
This cat will run away as soon as it is touched.
He comes whenever he is called, never refusing.
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After hearing the news, he corrected his mistake immediately and apologized.
When they saw the teacher come in, the students quieted down immediately.
Press the switch, and the machine will start running immediately.
conjunction
even if; even though
formalUsed to introduce a hypothetical situation that does not affect the main clause.
Even without support from other parties, we can complete the task on time.
Even if we encounter difficulties, we must persevere.
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Even if it rains, the sports meeting will be held as scheduled.
Even if there are many reasons, you cannot violate the rules.
Even if the situation is urgent, we must remain calm.