词汇 "hold someone captive" 在中文的含义
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hold someone captive
US /hoʊld ˈsʌmwʌn ˈkæptɪv/
UK /həʊld ˈsʌmwʌn ˈkæptɪv/
成语
1.
扣押某人, 囚禁某人
to keep someone as a prisoner or in a confined space, often against their will
示例:
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The kidnappers decided to hold him captive until the ransom was paid.
绑匪决定扣押他直到赎金付清。
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The police managed to rescue the victims who were being held captive in the basement.
警方成功解救了被囚禁在地下室的受害者。
2.
吸引某人, 使某人着迷
to completely absorb someone's attention or interest
示例:
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The speaker's powerful story managed to hold the audience captive.
演讲者引人入胜的故事成功地吸引了观众。
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The thrilling plot of the novel will hold you captive from beginning to end.
小说扣人心弦的情节将从头到尾吸引你。