lever

US /ˈlev.ɚ/
UK /ˈlev.ɚ/
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杠杆, 操纵杆

a rigid bar resting on a pivot, used to move a heavy or firmly fixed load with one end when pressure is applied to the other.

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He used a crowbar as a lever to open the crate.
他用撬棍作杠杆来打开箱子。
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The mechanic applied force to the lever to lift the heavy engine.
机械师对杠杆施加力以举起沉重的发动机。
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手段, 杠杆, 影响力

a means of exerting influence or achieving a particular purpose.

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Education is a powerful lever for social change.
教育是社会变革的强大杠杆。
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Negotiating power is a key lever in business deals.
谈判能力是商业交易中的一个关键杠杆。
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撬动, 用杠杆抬起

to use a lever to lift or move something.

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They had to lever the heavy stone into place.
他们不得不撬动那块大石头到位。
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Can you help me lever this lid off?
你能帮我撬开这个盖子吗？
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