topical
US /ˈtɑː.pɪ.kəl/
UK /ˈtɒp.ɪ.kəl/
形容词
1.
时事性的, 热门的
dealing with current subject matter; relevant to current events
示例:
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The comedian's jokes were very topical, referencing recent news.
这位喜剧演员的笑话非常时事性，提到了最近的新闻。
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The documentary explored several topical issues facing society today.
这部纪录片探讨了当今社会面临的几个时事性问题。
2.
局部的, 外用的
applied to the surface of a part of the body
示例:
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The doctor prescribed a topical cream for the rash.
医生开了一种治疗皮疹的局部用药膏。
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This medication is for topical use only; do not ingest.
本药物仅供局部使用；请勿吞食。