1.instead of 代替
The farmers will be paid for their grain in cash, instead of IOUs.
農民賣糧,將以現金支付,而不是白條了 。
2.recover from 恢復
She returned to her family home to recover from an illness.
她回家養病來了 。
3.fend off 抵擋
He raised his hand to fend off the blow.
他抬起手來抵擋那一拳 。
4.fall away 喪失
His coalition may hold a clear majority but this could quickly fall away
他的聯盟也許會占絕對多數,但這種優勢可能會很快喪失 。
5.as though 仿佛
They feel shame and guilt as though it is their fault
他們覺得羞愧和內疚,就好像這是他們的錯 。