1.compared to 與...相比
His progress at school had been unspectacular compared to his brother.
和弟弟相比,他在學(xué)校里的進(jìn)步很不起眼 。
2.contribute to 促進(jìn)
I am sure that this meeting will contribute to the reinforcement of peace and security all over the world
我相信這次會(huì)議將會(huì)促進(jìn)世界范圍內(nèi)的和平與安全 。
3.result in 導(dǎo)致
The government has been extremely reluctant to expedite investigations that might result in his trial
當(dāng)局極不情愿推進(jìn)調(diào)查,因?yàn)槠浣Y(jié)果可能會(huì)讓他接受審判 。
4.discourage from 阻礙
I think we should discourage people from using their cars.
我認(rèn)為我們應(yīng)該減少其使用的汽車的人 。
5.decline to 拒絕
I must decline to show favour to any of the candidates.
我必須拒絕偏袒任何一位候選人 。