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n.
(防卫措施,防范措施) one who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection


Spelling Word: safeguard
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n.
(后退,退步,挫折,挫败) unanticipated or sudden check in progress; change from better to worse; obstacle, delay, or disadvantage


Spelling Word: setback
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n.
(铲子,铁锨铲) tool consisting of a broad scoop, or hollow blade, with a handle, used for lifting and throwing loose substances


Spelling Word: shovel
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n.
(弄脏,污损) material in the surface of the earth


Spelling Word: soil
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a.
(有偿付能力的) able to pay all debts; capable of meeting financial obligations


Spelling Word: solvent
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n. Syn. reminder; memento
(纪念品) token of remembrance; memento; something of sentimental value


Spelling Word: souvenir
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n. Syn. demonstration; show
(奇观,展示,景象) demonstration; show


Spelling Word: spectacle
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n. Syn. decree; law
(法令,条例) law enacted by legislature; decree or edict, as of a ruler


Spelling Word: statute
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n.
(立体声,立体声系统) stereophonic sound-reproduction system


Spelling Word: stereo
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v. Syn. whet; encourage; motivate; exhilarate; arouse; spur
(刺激,激励,激发) encourage; motivate; arouse; spur; excite or invigorate with a stimulant


Spelling Word: stimulate