represent
US /ˌrep.rɪˈzent/
UK /ˌrep.rɪˈzent/
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代表, 代理
to act or speak officially for someone or on behalf of a group
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She was chosen to represent her country at the Olympics.
她被选为在奥运会上代表她的国家。
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The lawyer will represent you in court.
律师将在法庭上代表你。
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描绘, 表现
to depict or portray something in a particular way
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The painting represents a scene from ancient mythology.
这幅画描绘了一个古老神话中的场景。
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The article represents the author's views on the topic.
这篇文章表达了作者对这个话题的看法。
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构成, 相当于
to constitute or amount to; to be equivalent to
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This decision represents a major shift in policy.
这项决定代表着政策的重大转变。
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His silence represented his agreement.
他的沉默表示同意。