militate
US /ˈmɪl.ɪ.teɪt/
UK /ˈmɪl.ɪ.teɪt/
動詞
不利於, 起作用
to be a powerful or determining factor in something; to have an effect or influence, especially a negative one
範例:
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His lack of experience will militate against his chances of promotion.
他缺乏經驗將不利於他的晉升機會。
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Several factors militate against the success of the project.
有幾個因素不利於專案的成功。