set upon
US /sɛt əˈpɒn/
UK /sɛt əˈpɒn/
短语动词
1.
袭击, 攻击
to attack someone suddenly and violently
示例:
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The travelers were set upon by bandits on the mountain road.
旅行者在山路上遭到土匪的袭击。
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He was set upon by a group of youths after leaving the pub.
他离开酒吧后遭到一群年轻人的袭击。
2.
着手, 开始做
to start to do something with great energy or determination
示例:
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She set upon her work with renewed vigor after the vacation.
假期结束后，她以新的活力投入到工作中。
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The team set upon the task of organizing the event with enthusiasm.
团队热情地着手组织这项活动。