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to refrain
01
克制, 避免
to resist or hold back from doing or saying something
Transitive: to refrain from sth
Example
Despite the urge to argue, she will refrain from responding to the critical comments.
尽管有争论的冲动，她仍会克制自己，不回应那些批评的评论。
Knowing the importance of timing, he refrained from interrupting the speaker during the presentation.
他知道时机的重要性，因此在演讲中克制地没有打断演讲者。
Refrain
01
副歌, 诗句
a repeated line or phrase in a poem or song, typically at the end of each stanza or verse
What is a "refrain"?
A refrain is a repeated line or group of lines in a poem or song, typically occurring at the end of stanzas. This repetition adds emphasis and can create a sense of rhythm and unity throughout the work. Refrains often enhance the emotional impact of the piece, reinforcing key themes or ideas. They can serve as a memorable focal point for the reader or listener, making the overall message more resonant. Common in various poetic forms and musical genres, refrains contribute to the structure and flow of the composition, adding to its lyrical quality.
Example
The song 's catchy refrain stayed in my head all day.
这首歌的动人的副歌整天在我脑海中回荡。
Every stanza of the poem ended with the same haunting refrain.
这首诗的每个节都以同样萦绕心头的副歌结束。
