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parallel
Example
The two lines on the graph are parallel, indicating no change in their relationship.
She parked her car parallel to the curb.
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并行的, 平行的
occurring at the same time but independently of each other
Example
There were parallel developments in technology across different parts of the world during the 20th century.
The parallel investigations by two different agencies led to conflicting conclusions.
Example
Their experiences in different countries were surprisingly parallel.
The novel explores themes that are parallel to those in the author ’s earlier work.
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并行的, 平行的
transmitting multiple pieces of data at the same time using a connection with several pathways
Example
The system uses parallel communication to handle high-speed data transfers.
The printer used a parallel connection for transmitting instructions.
Parallel
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平行线, 平行面
a pair of geometric figures, such as lines or planes, that do not meet or intersect, no matter how far they are extended
Example
The two parallels in the diagram never intersect.
The architect used several parallels to design the structure.
Example
The psychologist drew a parallel between dreams and subconscious desires.
There is a parallel between the rise of social media and changes in communication patterns.
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纬线, 平行线
an imaginary line running horizontally around the Earth, used to measure distance north or south of the equator
Example
A parallel divides the Earth into northern and southern hemispheres.
A parallel helps determine the latitude of a location.
Example
The new manager is a parallel to the previous one in terms of leadership style.
His life story presents a parallel to the struggles of many in the community.
to parallel
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与...相匹配, 与...相似
to match something closely, suggesting similarity or equivalence
Transitive: to parallel sth
Example
The new software update aims to parallel the functionality of its competitor's product.
Her artwork often parallels the style of famous painters from the Renaissance era.
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与...平行, 与...保持平行
to extend in the same direction and remain the same distance apart
Transitive: to parallel something linear
Example
The river parallels the road for several miles.
这条河与道路平行几英里。
The new highway will parallel the existing one to reduce traffic congestion.
新的高速公路将与现有的高速公路平行，以减少交通拥堵。
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平行放置, 与...平行排列
to position something so that it runs in the same direction and stays the same distance apart from something else
Transitive: to parallel two things | to parallel sth with sth
Example
She carefully paralleled the picture frames along the wall.
她小心翼翼地将画框平行放置在墙上。
The designer paralleled the stripes on the fabric to create a consistent pattern.
设计师将面料上的条纹平行放置，以创造一致的图案。
parallel
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平行地, 相平行地
in a straight line that does not meet or cross
Example
The two highways run parallel to each other for miles.
The fence runs parallel to the edge of the garden.
