balance of power
US /ˈbæl.əns əv ˈpaʊ.ər/
UK /ˈbæl.əns əv ˈpaʊ.ər/
名詞
1.
力量平衡
a situation in which the strength of rival nations or alliances is approximately equal, preventing any one entity from dominating the others
範例:
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The Cold War era was characterized by a delicate balance of power between two superpowers.
冷戰時期以兩大超級大國之間微妙的力量平衡為特徵。
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Maintaining a regional balance of power is crucial for stability.
維持區域力量平衡對穩定至關重要。
2.
權力平衡, 關鍵力量
the power held by a small group or party in a parliament that is needed to form a government or pass legislation
範例:
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The smaller party held the balance of power in the coalition government.
小黨派在聯合政府中掌握著權力平衡。
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With their votes, they could shift the balance of power in parliament.
他們的投票可以改變議會的權力平衡。
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