1、
A: Why do you abstain from alcohol?
B: I think it is better for my health.
abstain
vi. 1.弃权
2.(from)戒除
2、
A: Has the case come to a close?
B: Yes, the suspect was acquitted because there was not enough evidence.
acquit
vt. 1.宣判……无罪
2.(oneself)使(自己)作出某种表现
3、
A: I love being in thunderstorms.
B: I must say that I prefer the aftermath.
aftermath
n. 后果,余波
4、
A: Where did you lose your purse?
B: In the alley beside my house.
alley
n. 小巷,胡同
5、
A: Is there enough space in the back of the car?
B: Yes, ample.
ample
a.1.足够的;2.宽敞的,面积大的
6、
A: Is that insect dangerous?
B: Only if you touch it’s antenna.
antenna
n.1.触角,触须 ;2.天线
7、
A: A journalist for the national paper wrote a warm appraisal for the new play.
B: I must book a ticket soon then, before they are all sold out.
appraisal
n.估计,估量,评价
8、
A: What is your current occupation?
B: I am an apprentice electrician but I will be qualified in two months.
apprentice
n.学徒,徒弟
9、
A: I received assurances that I would get help.
B: And did they come through?
assurance
n. 1.把握,信心;2.保证,表示保证(或鼓励、安慰)的话;3.(人寿)保险
10、
A: Even though I’m not registered in this department, will it be alright if I audit your classes?
B: It is fine with me, but it is best to check with the department first.
audit
vt. 审计,检查(帐目)
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