creeping
US /ˈkriː.pɪŋ/
UK /ˈkriː.pɪŋ/
形容词
1.
爬行, 蔓延
moving slowly and carefully, especially close to the ground
示例:
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The cat was creeping silently towards the bird.
猫正悄悄地爬向那只鸟。
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A creeping vine covered the old wall.
一株爬行的藤蔓覆盖了老墙。
2.
悄然滋生, 缓慢蔓延
developing or spreading gradually and almost imperceptibly
示例:
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There's a creeping sense of unease in the office.
办公室里有一种悄然滋生的不安感。
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The creeping inflation is a concern for the economy.
悄然上升的通货膨胀是经济的一个担忧。