suffering
US /ˈsʌf.ɚ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈsʌf.ɚ.ɪŋ/
1.
痛苦, 苦难, 折磨
the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship
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The war caused immense suffering to the population.
战争给人民带来了巨大的痛苦。
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She dedicated her life to alleviating human suffering.
她毕生致力于减轻人类的痛苦。
1.
遭受, 受苦
experiencing pain, distress, or hardship
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He was suffering from a severe headache.
他正遭受着剧烈的头痛。
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Many businesses are suffering due to the economic downturn.
许多企业正因经济衰退而遭受损失。