forbear
US /fɔːrˈber/
UK /fɔːˈbeər/
动词
1.
忍住, 克制, 避免
to refrain from doing or using something
示例:
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I had to forbear from laughing at his silly joke.
我不得不忍住不笑他那愚蠢的笑话。
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Please forbear from making any sudden movements.
请避免任何突然的动作。
2.
忍受, 容忍, 克制
to patiently endure something unpleasant
示例:
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She had to forbear the constant criticism from her boss.
她不得不忍受老板持续的批评。
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He learned to forbear the pain during his recovery.
他学会在康复期间忍受疼痛。