Business English Flashcards
1
Q
Contemplate
A
to spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious way
e.g. We are contemplating to consolidate the broker codes.
2
Q
circuit breaker rule
A
A circuit breaker rule, launched just yesterday, cut short investors’ work day after just a few hours, as trading on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets was suspended amid sharp falls.
3
Q
solidarity
A
united
4
Q
sobering reminder
A
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5
Q
our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this devastating tragedy.
A
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6
Q
raid
A
enter a place suddenly. e.g. The drugs were found during a police raid on the house.
7
Q
retrospect
A
In retrospect, (回想起來) we should have an informal conversation about it.
