flimsy
01
脆弱的, 不结实的
likely to break due to the lack of strength or durability
例子
The flimsy cardboard box fell apart when it was lifted.
脆弱的纸箱在被提起时散架了。
The flimsy fabric tore easily with a slight tug.
脆弱的织物轻轻一拉就很容易撕裂。
02
不可信的, 薄弱的
lacking credibility, believability, or sound reasoning
例子
His explanation for missing the deadline was flimsy and failed to satisfy his manager.
他对错过截止日期的解释站不住脚，未能让他的经理满意。
The lawyer presented a flimsy argument that was quickly dismissed by the judge.
律师提出了一个站不住脚的论点，很快被法官驳回。
03
轻薄的, 脆弱的
(of clothing, fabric, etc.) light, thin, or delicate in structure
例子
The flimsy curtain barely blocked any light from entering the room.
薄薄的窗帘几乎挡不住任何进入房间的光线。
The child ’s costume was made from a flimsy material that tore easily.
孩子的服装是用一种薄弱的材料制成的，很容易撕破。
Flimsy
01
薄纸, 轻纸
a thin, lightweight, translucent paper used especially for making carbon copies in typewriting or printing
例子
She inserted a flimsy between the sheets to create a duplicate.
她在纸张之间插入了一张复写纸以创建副本。
Old reports were typed on flimsy paper that yellowed over time.
旧的报告是打印在薄纸上，随着时间的推移会变黄。
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