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match; should; face; hold post; resist; onomatopoeia
Meanings
11 senses · 25 examplesverb
to match; to correspond
neutralUsed to describe two things being well-matched or balanced.
This couple is well-matched, with matching personalities and hobbies.
Matching social status was an important standard in traditional marriage concepts.
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This punishment is inappropriate; disproportionate punishment will cause dissatisfaction.
modal verb
should; ought to
neutralUsed to express obligation, reasonability, or logical necessity.
We should obey traffic rules.
It should be this way; helping people in need is our duty.
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Save what you can, but spend what you should; don't waste money.
preposition
facing; towards; in front of
neutralUsed to indicate the direction of an action or the presence of an audience.
Please explain this matter to me face to face.
In front of everyone, he admitted his mistake.
preposition
at; during; at the time of
neutralUsed to specify a specific time or location when an action occurs.
In today's society, smartphones have become very popular.
The thief was caught on the spot while stealing.
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When I got home, my pet cat was already waiting for me at the door.
noun
surname Dang
neutralUsed as a family name.
Teacher Dang is a new friend of mine, he comes from Sichuan.
verb
to hold a post; to act as
neutralUsed to describe holding a position or playing a role.
He was elected student union president and will hold the position for one year.
Everyone elected him as the class representative to attend the school meeting.
verb
to bear; to undertake
neutralUsed to describe taking responsibility or accepting something.
He is a man who dares to take responsibility; he will admit his mistakes proactively.
This achievement is well-deserved; he has paid years of hard work.
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I can't bear such high praise; it's really too modest.
verb
to manage; to preside over
neutralUsed to describe being in charge of something.
She manages the household and takes care of all housework at home.
The current president will officially take office and preside over the country next January.
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This young designer is capable of managing the entire project independently, responsible for all design work.
verb
to block; to resist
literaryUsed in literary or formal contexts.
The metaphor of a mantis trying to block a cart is used to describe someone who overestimates their own abilities.
Our army's offensive was unstoppable, and the enemy quickly collapsed.
noun
top; ridge
literaryUsed in literary contexts, specifically referring to the ridge of a tile.
The roof tiles of ancient buildings usually have exquisite carved patterns.
onomatopoeia
clang; clink
neutralUsed to imitate the sound of metal objects colliding.
The clock struck three times, reminding us that it is now 12 noon.
He knocked on the iron door, making a clanging sound.