1.compete with 與...競爭
We ask for a level playing field when we compete with foreign companies.
我們尋求一個能與外國公司公平競爭的環(huán)境 。
2.on the subject of 關(guān)于;涉及
From now on Labour will be on the back foot on the subject of welfare.
今后工黨在福利問題上將處于下風(fēng) 。
3.at risk 處于危險中
The crisis could well place the relationship at risk
這場危機(jī)可能會使這一關(guān)系有破裂的危險 。
4.defer 推遲
The department deferred the decision for six months.
這個部門推遲了六個月才作決定 。