perish
US /ˈper.ɪʃ/
UK /ˈper.ɪʃ/
动词
1.
死亡, 消亡
to die, especially in a violent or sudden way
示例:
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Thousands of lives perished in the earthquake.
数千人在地震中丧生。
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Many animals perished in the forest fire.
许多动物在森林火灾中死亡。
2.
毁灭, 枯萎
to suffer complete ruin or destruction
示例:
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The ancient city perished in a great fire.
这座古城在一次大火中毁灭了。
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Without proper care, the plants will perish.
没有适当的照料，这些植物将会枯萎。