Richard was a veteran of many battles. / You should consult a veteran doctor about your illness.
理查是個身經百戰的老兵。 / 你應該找一位資深的醫生給你看病。
It was the government's investment that made this project financially viable.
正是政府的投資,才使這項計畫財務上可以執行。
He is in a state of virtual slavery. / He indulges in the virtual world.
他實際上處於被奴役的狀態。 / 他沉溺於虛擬世界。
That subject is void of interest. / He looked down at the gaping void at his feet.
那個題目沒有趣味。 / 他看著腳下張開的裂縫。
We made a vow to stay friends forever. / I vowed never to reveal the secret.
我們發誓永遠做朋友。 / 我發誓決不洩漏這一祕密。
The doorman kept a wary eye on strangers. / He is wary of telling secrets.
門房密切注意陌生人。 / 他慎防洩漏祕密。
I have no money whatsoever. / I'll post that letter whatsoever (=whatever) he says.
我一毛錢也沒有。 / 不管他怎麼說我都要寄那封信。
You might find it worthwhile to consult the teacher on your study plan.
你會發現去請教老師你的讀書計畫是值得的。
We attended worship this morning. / She became an object of worship. / She worships her lover.
今晨我們去做禮拜了。 / 她成了一個被崇拜的對象。 / 她崇拜她的情人。
These fruit trees yielded poorly last year. / We will never yield to invaders.
去年這些果樹產量很低。 / 我們絕不會向侵略者屈服。