whirlpool

US /ˈwɝːl.puːl/
UK /ˈwɝːl.puːl/
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1.

漩涡, 涡流

a rapidly rotating mass of water in a river or sea into which objects may be drawn

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The boat was caught in a dangerous whirlpool.
船被卷入了一个危险的漩涡。
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Avoid swimming near the rocks where the whirlpool forms.
避免在形成漩涡的岩石附近游泳。
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2.

漩涡, 混乱, 激烈活动

a state of intense activity or confusion

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She was caught in a whirlpool of emotions.
她陷入了情感的漩涡。
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The city was a whirlpool of activity during the festival.
节日期间，城市是一个活动的漩涡。
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