pledged
US /plɛdʒd/
UK /plɛdʒd/
动词
1.
承诺, 宣誓
committed (a person or organization) by a solemn promise
示例:
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The government has pledged to reduce carbon emissions.
政府已承诺减少碳排放。
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They pledged their loyalty to the new leader.
他们向新领导人宣誓效忠。
2.
抵押, 质押
offered (something) as security for payment of a debt or fulfillment of a promise
示例:
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He pledged his antique watch as collateral for the loan.
他将自己的古董表抵押作为贷款的担保。
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The company pledged its assets to secure the investment.
该公司将资产抵押以确保投资。
形容词
承诺的, 宣誓的
bound by a solemn promise
示例:
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He felt pledged to uphold his family's honor.
他感到有义务维护家族荣誉。
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The organization is pledged to environmental protection.
该组织致力于环境保护。