perish
US /ˈper.ɪʃ/
UK /ˈper.ɪʃ/
動詞
1.
死亡, 消亡
to die, especially in a violent or sudden way
範例:
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Thousands of lives perished in the earthquake.
數千人在地震中喪生。
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Many animals perished in the forest fire.
許多動物在森林火災中死亡。
2.
毀滅, 枯萎
to suffer complete ruin or destruction
範例:
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The ancient city perished in a great fire.
這座古城在一次大火中毀滅了。
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Without proper care, the plants will perish.
沒有適當的照料，這些植物將會枯萎。