butterfly effect
US /ˈbʌt.ər.flaɪ ɪˈfɛkt/
UK /ˈbʌt.ə.flaɪ ɪˈfɛkt/
名词
蝴蝶效应
the phenomenon whereby a small localized change in a complex system can have large effects elsewhere
示例:
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The theory of the butterfly effect suggests that even the smallest actions can have far-reaching consequences.
蝴蝶效应理论表明，即使是最小的行动也可能产生深远的影响。
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One small decision can trigger a chain of events, illustrating the butterfly effect in action.
一个微小的决定可以引发一系列事件，这说明了蝴蝶效应的作用。