dry spell
US /ˈdraɪ ˌspɛl/
UK /ˈdraɪ ˌspɛl/
1.
干旱期, 旱季
a period of dry weather
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The region is experiencing a severe dry spell, leading to water shortages.
该地区正在经历严重的干旱期，导致水资源短缺。
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Farmers are worried about their crops after a long dry spell.
经过长时间的干旱，农民们担心他们的庄稼。
2.
低迷期, 不景气时期, 干旱期 (比喻)
a period of time during which someone experiences a lack of success, progress, or activity
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The team is currently in a dry spell, having lost five games in a row.
该队目前正处于低迷期，已连续输掉五场比赛。
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After a long dry spell in her career, the actress finally landed a major role.
在职业生涯经历了漫长的低迷期后，这位女演员终于获得了一个主要角色。