pay dividends
US /peɪ ˈdɪv.ɪ.dɛndz/
UK /peɪ ˈdɪv.ɪ.dɛndz/

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带来回报, 产生效益
to yield benefits or profits; to be worthwhile over time
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Hard work and dedication will always pay dividends in the long run.
努力和奉献终将长期带来回报。
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Investing in education will pay dividends for future generations.
投资教育将为子孙后代带来回报。