to ward off
01
击退, 避免
to repel or avoid an attack or undesirable situation
Transitive: to ward off an attack or undesirable element
例子
The use of insect repellent helps ward off mosquitoes and reduce the risk of insect-borne diseases.
使用驱虫剂有助于驱赶蚊子并降低昆虫传播疾病的风险。
Installing a security system can help ward off burglars and protect the home from potential break-ins.
安装安全系统有助于抵御窃贼，保护家庭免受潜在的闯入。
02
抵御, 预防
to prevent or defend against something
Transitive: to ward off a risk
例子
The vaccine helped ward off infections during the flu season.
疫苗在流感季节帮助抵御了感染。
The new regulations are designed to ward off the risk of financial instability.
新法规旨在防范金融不稳定的风险。
