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sustain

UK //səˈsteɪn//US //səˈsteɪn//

词源

源自拉丁语 'sustinere',由 'sub-'(在...之下)和 'tenere'(持有)组成,意为“在下方支撑”或“保持”。

verb

❶ 维持或保持某事物的持续存在或状态,通常指长时间的支持或供给所需资源。

“The forest sustains a diverse range of wildlife.”

(这片森林维持着多样化的野生动植物。)

“She struggled to sustain her energy during the marathon.”

(她在马拉松比赛中努力保持体力。)

❶ 承受或经受住压力、伤害或挑战而不崩溃或失败。

“The bridge sustained heavy damage during the storm.”

(这座桥在风暴中遭受了严重损坏。)

“Her argument couldn't sustain the criticism from the audience.”

(她的论点无法承受观众的批评。)

同义词:maintain, support, uphold, endure, withstand

常见短语

sustain life — 指提供必要的条件或资源以维持生命的存在或延续。

“Clean water and food are essential to sustain life.”

(清洁的水和食物是维持生命所必需的。)

sustain a relationship — 指通过努力和沟通保持一段关系的稳定和长久。

“Trust and communication are key to sustain a healthy relationship.”

(信任和沟通是维持健康关系的关键。)