Degenerate into
US /dɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt ˈɪntuː/
UK /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt ˈɪntuː/
短语动词
演变成, 沦为
to decline or worsen into an inferior or undesirable state
示例:
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The discussion quickly degenerated into a shouting match.
讨论很快演变成一场争吵。
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Without proper maintenance, the building will degenerate into ruins.
如果没有适当的维护，这座建筑将沦为废墟。