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the power of location 靈感發源地
Libraries and Bookstores
圖書館和書店
If you're a writer or artist, you understand the power of location when it comes to creativity and finding inspiration. Looking for a place that will get your juices flowing?
如果你是個作家或藝術家,你就會明白位置在創造力和尋找靈感方面的重要性。你正在尋找能讓創意源源不斷的地方嗎?
Words are a wonderful thing. You could rearrange the same 26 letters to create an endless array of words that will surely tickle somebody's fancy.
詞語是很神奇的事情。你重新排列一下26個字母,就能創造出無限的詞語,必然會讓某些人心滿意足。
Observe how things like the weight or texture of a book could offer clues for what's hiding under the cover.
觀察類似圖書的重量和圖案這些內容會幫你發現隱藏在封皮底下的線索。
A heavy book could symbolize a significant time investment for the writer (and you, the reader). A light book could be seen as a short-and-sweet escape perfect for a beach, cruise ship, or even your lunch hour.
一本重書標志著作家(及讀者)投入了大量的時間。一本輕書可以當做在海灘、游艇或午餐時完美的短暫而甜蜜的休息內容。
【知識點津】
location n.位置,場所;定位;外景(拍攝地)
例句:
I have to find a convenient locationfor the shelves.
我得找一合適的地方放這些書架。
array n.隊列,陣列
例句:
One is dazzled by the endless array of beautiful exhibits.
展品琳瑯滿目,美不勝收。
tickle vt.& vi.(使)發癢;(使)愉快,逗樂;使高興;使滿足
例句:
If something's bothering you, get it off your chest and tickle your [the] mind.
有什么不痛快的事, 就把它說出來,你心里也就敞亮了。
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