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violent; sudden; exert force
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesadjective
violent; fierce; intense
Describes actions or forces that are powerful and intense.
This storm came very violently.
The soldiers launched a fierce attack.
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His movements are both quick and forceful.
The fire is intense, and firefighters are全力extinguishing it.
This tiger looks very fierce.
adverb
suddenly; abruptly
Indicates that an action happens unexpectedly and quickly.
He heard the cry and suddenly turned around.
The car suddenly stopped, startling me.
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He suddenly remembered that he had forgotten his keys.
The rain suddenly became heavy, and we quickly found a place to shelter.
She suddenly stood up and rushed out of the room.
verb
to exert force; to put forth effort
informalIndicates concentrating and applying strength or effort to do something.
Everyone exerted force to push the stone up the mountain.
He took a deep breath and dived into the water.
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The children ran hard chasing that butterfly.
He knocked hard on the door several times, hoping for a response.
The athletes sprinted across the finish line.
noun
a surname
Used as a family name.
My friend's surname is Meng, and his name is Meng Qiang.
Mr. Meng is the new manager of our company.
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In China, Meng is a relatively rare surname.
Teacher Meng teaches us mathematics.
May I ask if you are Mr. Meng?