1.Lawmakers there feel it has no relevance today when we have electric lights and people work around the clock.
have no relevance沒有關聯,沒有意義
He claims that the laws are antiquated and have no contemporary relevance.
他聲稱這些法規過于陳舊,已沒有任何現實意義 。
around the clock晝夜不停;連續一整天
We can't afford to give you around-the-clock protection.
我們沒有能力對你提供24小時的保護 。
2.Those in support of DST argue that it saves energy because lights are turned on later.
in support of支持;證明…正確
The presidents issued a strongly-worded statement in support of the government.
諸位總統聯合發表了一份措辭鮮明的聲明來支持該政府 。
turn on打開(水、電視、收音機、燈、煤氣等)
I wish I knew how to turn on the heating.
真希望我知道怎么開暖氣 。
3.People who tend to support DST are city workers, retail businesses, outdoor sports enthusiasts and businesses, tour operators, and others who benefit from increased light during the evening in summer.
tend to趨向;偏重
We tend to meet up for lunch once a week.
我們往往每周共進一次午餐 。
benefit from通過…獲益
There is little doubt that skin does benefit from exfoliation.
毫無疑問,脫皮對皮膚有益 。