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breath; news; stop; rest; interest
Meanings
8 senses · 40 examplesnoun
breath; respiration
Refers to the air inhaled and exhaled during breathing.
He was out of breath from running and could barely breathe.
The doctor is checking the patient's nasal breathing.
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He had one last breath before passing away.
Deep breathing helps to relax the body and mind.
Athletes need to regulate their breathing after competitions.
noun
news; information; message
Refers to information or news about something.
I just received news from him.
This news quickly spread throughout the entire city.
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Please keep me updated with the latest information.
There has been no news about this meeting so far.
Everyone was happy to hear this good news.
verb
to stop; to cease; to pause
Indicates the cessation of an action or state.
He finally calmed down and stopped being angry.
The two countries decided to cease hostilities and end the state of war.
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We must strive for self-improvement and never cease.
The enemy has lowered their flags and drums, and retreated.
As long as there is life, the struggle continues.
noun/verb
rest; to rest; break
Can function as both noun and verb, referring to a period of relaxation or inactivity.
After working hard, I need to take a rest.
The company has formulated a detailed work-rest schedule.
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After lunch, he is used to resting for half an hour.
Proper rest is important during long journeys.
He needs to rest well to recover his strength.
verb
to multiply; to reproduce; to breed
literaryRefers to the process of living organisms producing offspring or increasing in number.
This kind of plant easily multiplies in a warm environment.
Spring is the season when all things grow and multiply.
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In this forest, wild animals live and reproduce freely.
Along the riverbank, aquatic plants are lush and fish thrive.
We need to protect the natural environment so that species can live safely.
noun
interest (on money); profit
Refers to the additional money earned or paid for the use of money.
The annual interest rate for this deposit is 3%.
What is the monthly interest rate for bank loans?
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We need to repay principal and interest monthly.
Loan shark interest rates are very high and dangerous.
He deposits money in the bank to earn interest.
noun
children; offspring
literaryA literary term referring to one's children or descendants.
He had a son in his old age and cherished his offspring as the apple of his eye.
Ancient people valued family continuity and hoped for prosperous offspring.
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His family has few offspring, with only one daughter.
This elderly person has no children and lives alone in old age.
In traditional Chinese culture, the传承 of offspring is very important.
noun
a surname
Used when referring to the surname Xi.
His surname is Xi, which is a relatively rare last name.
Mr. Xi is a new colleague in our company.
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There was a famous Lady Xi in history.
Do you know Teacher Xi? She teaches us Chinese.
The Xi family is not widely distributed in China.