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breakdowns
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故障, 损坏
a situation in which something fails to work properly, especially because of a mechanical failure
A breakdown refers to a situation where a vehicle, machine, or equipment stops working due to a mechanical failure or malfunction. It can occur unexpectedly, causing delays or disruptions in travel or operations. When a breakdown occurs, the vehicle or machine may need repairs or assistance to get back to working condition. The purpose of identifying a breakdown is to address the cause of the failure and ensure that the vehicle or equipment is repaired and operational again as quickly as possible.
- The car had a breakdown on the highway, causing traffic delays.
汽车在高速公路上抛锚，导致交通延误。
- A sudden breakdown in the elevator left passengers stranded.
电梯突然故障，导致乘客被困。
- The factory halted production due to a machinery breakdown.
工厂由于机械故障停止了生产。
- He called for roadside assistance after experiencing an engine breakdown.
他在经历发动机故障后呼叫了路边援助。
- Frequent breakdowns in the power grid led to widespread blackouts.
电网中频繁的故障导致了广泛的停电。
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故障, 破裂
a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system
- The communication breakdown led to the project's failure.
沟通崩溃导致了项目的失败。
- The company experienced a breakdown in its supply chain, leading to a shortage of products.
该公司经历了供应链的故障，导致产品短缺。
- Many factors contributed to the breakdown of the company's finances.
许多因素导致了公司财务的崩溃。
- The breakdown of negotiations between the two countries escalated tensions in the region.
两国之间谈判的破裂加剧了该地区的紧张局势。
- As a result of the breakdown, the group disbanded and stopped collaborating.
由于崩溃，该团体解散并停止了合作。
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精神崩溃, 神经衰弱
a condition in which a person becomes so anxious or depressed that they can no longer handle their everyday life
Breakdown describes a severe decline in mental health characterized by an inability to function normally. It can involve intense emotional distress, difficulty thinking clearly, and problems in daily functioning. Symptoms may include overwhelming sadness, anxiety, confusion, or feeling lost. In some cases, breakdowns may show up as episodes with hallucinations or delusions. Treatment typically involves immediate help, like hospitalization or focused therapy, to support the person and address underlying mental health issues.
- After months of stress at work, he experienced a nervous breakdown and had to take a leave of absence.
在经历了数月的工作压力后，他经历了精神崩溃，不得不请假。
- The pressures of caregiving for her ailing parents caused her to have a mental breakdown.
照顾患病父母的压力导致她精神崩溃。
- The financial strain of mounting debts led to a psychological breakdown for the family.
不断增加的债务带来的财务压力导致了家庭的崩溃。
- She sought therapy to recover from a breakdown triggered by a traumatic event in her childhood.
她寻求治疗以从童年创伤事件引发的精神崩溃中恢复过来。
- The intense academic pressure during finals week caused several students to suffer breakdowns.
期末考试周期间强烈的学术压力导致几名学生遭受精神崩溃。
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详细分析, 细分
a systematic analysis that divides a whole into separate parts for clarity or measurement
- The accountant gave a breakdown of expenses by department for the quarter.
会计师提供了季度各部门费用的细分。
- Before the meeting she prepared a breakdown of time needed for each agenda item.
在会议之前，她准备了一份每个议程项目所需时间的细分。
- The report's breakdown of voter demographics helped target the campaign messaging.
报告中对选民人口统计数据的细分有助于针对竞选信息。
- We need a clear breakdown of costs to decide which projects to fund.
我们需要一个清晰的成本分解来决定资助哪些项目。
- The teacher asked for a breakdown of the steps you took to solve the problem.
老师要求对你解决问题所采取的步骤进行分解。
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分解, 降解
the process by which organic matter is decomposed, often by bacterial, fungal, or enzymatic action
- The breakdown of leaf litter by fungi returns nutrients to the soil each autumn.
真菌对落叶的分解每年秋天将养分返回土壤。
- Scientists measured the breakdown rate of the biodegradable polymer under composting conditions.
科学家测量了在堆肥条件下可生物降解聚合物的分解速率。
- Proper aeration speeds the breakdown of organic waste in a home composter.
适当的通风可加速家庭堆肥器中有机废物的分解。
- The breakdown of muscle tissue after injury triggers an inflammatory response.
损伤后肌肉组织的分解会引发炎症反应。
- Soil microbes drive the breakdown of agricultural residues into humus.
土壤微生物驱动农业残留物分解成腐殖质。
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一种活泼、充满活力的独舞或群舞，以复杂的步法和节奏重音为特征，与南阿巴拉契亚地区的步舞传统相关。, 南阿巴拉契亚地区的传统舞蹈，活泼而有节奏，步法精巧，在 breakdown 期间以独舞或群舞形式表演。
a lively, energetic solo or group dance featuring intricate footwork and rhythmic accenting, associated with old-time, flatfooting, clogging, buckdancing, or other Southern Appalachian step‑dance traditions
Breakdown is a style of dance that evolved from hip hop and is characterized by its energetic and rhythmic movements. It features a combination of quick footwork, sharp body isolations, and dynamic, often acrobatic moves. Dancers perform with emphasis on the beat of the music, incorporating elements like spins, slides, and precise steps. This style is known for its creativity and complexity, reflecting a high level of skill and individual expression.
- The fiddler cued the breakdown and the dancers answered with rapid, intricate steps.
小提琴手示意breakdown，舞者们以快速、复杂的舞步回应。
- At the festival she performed a solo breakdown that drew loud applause from the crowd.
在节日上，她表演了一段独奏breakdown，赢得了观众的热烈掌声。
- The band sped up for a breakdown that had everyone stomping and clapping along.
乐队为一个breakdown加快了节奏，让每个人都跟着跺脚和鼓掌。
- Learning traditional footwork is essential before attempting a fast breakdown.
在尝试快速breakdown之前，学习传统步法是必不可少的。
- The caller announced a breakdown, and the floors filled with flatfooters showing off their best moves.
舞者宣布了一场breakdown，地板上挤满了展示最佳舞步的平脚舞者。