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词汇 "soften up" 在中文的含义

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soften up

US /ˈsɑːf.ən ʌp/
UK /ˈsɑːf.ən ʌp/
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短语动词

1.

软化, 使态度缓和, 使心软

to make someone feel more friendly, less angry, or more willing to help

示例:
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He tried to soften up the boss before asking for a raise.
他试图在要求加薪前软化老板的态度。
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A little flattery can often soften up even the toughest critics.
一点奉承常常能软化最严厉的批评家。
同义词:
mollifyappeaseconciliatepacifyplacate
2.

软化, 使变软

to make something less hard or firm

示例:
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You need to knead the dough to soften it up before baking.
你需要揉面团，以便在烘烤前将其软化。
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The rain helped to soften up the dry ground.
雨水有助于软化干燥的地面。
同义词:
softentenderizerelaxloosen
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