1.depredation 破壞
Much of the region's environmental depredation is a result of poor planning.
這個地區的環境破壞大都是規劃不周的結果 。
2.keep under control 控制
He can keep matters under control by silencing the demonstrators and others who think like them
他可以通過壓制示威者和與他們觀點相同的人來控制住事態 。
3.be adept at 擅長
He's usually very adept at keeping his private life out of the media
他通常很善于使自己的私生活避開媒體的關注 。
4.keep at bay 牽制
I had to keep him at bay.
我不得不讓他絕望了 。