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high-strung

英 ['hai'strʌŋ] 美
  • adj. 高度紧张的;敏感的;容易兴奋的

英文词源


high-strung (adj.)
also high strung, 1848 in the figurative sense, from high (adj.) + strung. Originally a musical term, with reference to stringed instruments, where it is attested from 1748.

双语例句


1. Powell's unusual journey to high office is an inspiration to millions.
鲍威尔升任高官的不寻常历程对数以百万计的人都是一个激励。

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2. If cancers are spotted early there'sa high chance of survival.
如果癌症在早期发现的话,存活的几率会很高。

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3. That big high-rise above us is where Brian lives.
我们上面的那座摩天大楼就是布赖恩住的地方。

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4. High winds have knocked down trees and power lines.
大风刮倒了树木和电线。

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5. A high turnout was reported at the polling booths.
来自投票站的消息称投票率很高。

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