persecute
US /ˈpɝː.sɪ.kjuːt/
UK /ˈpɜː.sɪ.kjuːt/
动词
1.
迫害
to treat someone unfairly or cruelly over a long period of time because of their race, religion, or political beliefs
示例:
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Religious minorities were persecuted during the regime.
宗教少数派在政权期间受到迫害。
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They fled their country because they were being persecuted for their political views.
他们逃离了祖国，因为他们因政治观点而受到迫害。
2.
骚扰, 烦扰
to annoy or harass someone constantly
示例:
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He felt persecuted by the constant demands of his boss.
他觉得被老板不断的苛求所困扰。
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The media persecuted the celebrity after the scandal.
丑闻发生后，媒体不断骚扰这位名人。