Instant
例子
For an instant, she thought she saw someone standing in the shadows.
有一瞬间，她以为她看到有人站在阴影里。
In that instant, everything changed, and the room fell silent.
在那一瞬间，一切都变了，房间里一片寂静。
例子
He knew at that instant that he had made the right decision.
他在那一瞬间知道自己做出了正确的决定。
I need you to finish this task right this instant!
我需要你立刻完成这个任务！
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速溶咖啡
coffee that is prepared quickly and easily by adding hot water to pre-processed granules or powder
Informal例子
She offered me a cup of instant, but I prefer freshly brewed coffee.
她给了我一杯速溶咖啡，但我更喜欢现煮的咖啡。
I keep instant in my pantry for those mornings when I ’m in a rush.
我在食品储藏室里放着速溶咖啡，以备那些匆忙的早晨。
instant
例子
The microwave oven offers instant heating for food.
微波炉为食物提供即时加热。
Instant messaging allows for immediate communication between users.
即时消息允许用户之间进行即时通信。
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速溶, 即食
(of food and drinks) processed to allow for very quick and easy preparation
例子
I always keep a jar of instant coffee for busy mornings.
我总是备着一罐速溶咖啡以备忙碌的早晨。
Instant noodles are a popular meal for students due to their convenience.
方便面因其便利性而成为学生们的热门餐食。
例子
He felt an instant need to respond to the criticism.
他感到一种即刻需要回应批评。
The news triggered an instant reaction from the crowd.
这个消息在人群中引发了即时反应。
例子
The judge ruled that the previous offenses were not relevant to the instant case.
法官裁定先前的罪行与当前案件无关。
The instant issue at hand requires immediate attention from the legal team.
手头的即时问题需要法律团队立即关注。
