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复数形式
centers
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中心, 中间
the middle part or point of an area or object
- She placed a vase of flowers on the center of the dining table.
她把一花瓶的花放在餐桌的中央。
- The cake had a cream-filled center that tasted delicious.
蛋糕有一个奶油填充的中心，味道很好。
- The clock tower stands tall in the center of the town square.
钟楼矗立在城镇广场的中心。
- The town's main shopping center is always busy with people.
镇上的主要购物中心总是人满为患。
- The wheel of the bicycle had a hub at its center.
自行车的轮子在它的中心有一个轮毂。
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中心, 市中心
the part of a city or town in which most of the shops, offices, and entertainment facilities are located
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购物中心, 中心
a large building or complex with shops, businesses, and entertainment for people to visit
- They spent the afternoon shopping at the new center downtown.
他们下午在市中心的新中心购物。
- The center includes a food court, clothing stores, and a cinema.
中心包括美食广场、服装店和电影院。
- She visited the center to pick up gifts and enjoy some entertainment.
她参观了中心，领取礼物并享受一些娱乐活动。
- The center attracts crowds with its variety of retail and dining options.
中心以其多样的零售和餐饮选择吸引人群。
- The center hosts events like live music and holiday markets.
中心举办诸如现场音乐和假日市场等活动。
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中心, 设施
a specific location or facility where a particular activity, function, or purpose is focused
- The community center is a hub for local events, classes, and gatherings.
社区中心是当地活动、课程和聚会的中心。
- The research center focuses on developing new technologies for renewable energy.
该研究中心专注于开发可再生能源的新技术。
- The shopping center attracts thousands of visitors with its variety of stores and restaurants.
购物中心以其多样的商店和餐厅吸引了成千上万的游客。
- The city's cultural center hosts art exhibitions, concerts, and theater performances.
该市的文化中心举办艺术展览、音乐会和戏剧表演。
- The fitness center offers a range of workout options, from yoga to weight training.
健身中心提供从瑜伽到重量训练的一系列锻炼选择。
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中心, 核心
the most important or defining aspect of an idea or concept
- The center of her argument was the need for more effective education reform.
她论点的核心是需要更有效的教育改革。
- At the center of the philosophy is the belief in individual freedom.
哲学的中心是对个人自由的信仰。
- The center of the novel's theme is the exploration of human resilience.
小说主题的中心是对人类韧性的探索。
- The center of the meeting was the discussion on sustainability practices.
会议的中心是关于可持续发展实践的讨论。
- The center of the debate focused on the ethical implications of artificial intelligence.
辩论的中心集中在人工智能的伦理影响上。
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中心, 中间
the middle of a military or naval formation
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中心
politically moderate persons; centrists
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中心, 核心
a place where a certain activity, business, or interest is mostly gathered or focused
- This city is the center of trade in the region.
这个城市是该地区的贸易中心。
- The town became a center for learning.
这个小镇成为了学习的中心。
- The country is known as a center of art and culture.
这个国家被称为艺术和文化的中心。
- The region became a center of farming.
该地区成为了农业的中心。
- The city grew as a center of metalwork.
这座城市作为金属加工的中心发展起来。
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中锋, 中线球员
(football) the person who plays center on the line of scrimmage and snaps the ball to the quarterback
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中锋, 中心
the tallest player on the basketball team who is positioned near the basket
- The center played a crucial role in securing the team’s victory with his exceptional rebounding skills.
中锋以其出色的篮板球技巧在确保球队胜利中发挥了关键作用。
- Our basketball team is looking for a tall and strong center who can dominate the paint.
我们的篮球队正在寻找一个高大强壮的中锋，能够在油漆区占据优势。
- The center blocked the opponent’s shot, preventing them from scoring a crucial point.
中锋挡住了对手的投篮，阻止他们得分关键一分。
- Despite being the youngest on the team, he proved to be an effective center with his agility and height.
尽管是队里最年轻的，但他以他的敏捷和身高证明了自己是一个有效的中锋。
- The coach is planning to train the new center to improve his defensive skills.
教练计划训练新中锋以提高他的防守技能。
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中锋, 中心
the position of a basketball player who typically plays near the basket, responsible for scoring close-range shots
Center is a player in basketball who usually stays close to the basket, both on offense and defense. On offense, their main job is to score points by making shots near the basket, often by catching passes and shooting or dunking. On defense, they try to block shots, grab rebounds, and stop the other team from scoring near the basket. The center is typically one of the tallest players on the team and plays a key role in controlling the area around the hoop.
- She played the center in last year's match.
她在去年的比赛中担任了中锋。
- When playing the center, he focuses on scoring in the post.
打中锋时，他专注于在低位得分。
- Are you playing the center tonight?
今晚你打中锋吗？
- The tallest person on the basketball team gets the center.
篮球队中最高的人获得中锋的位置。
- I thought that they picked the right person for the center this season.
我以为他们这个赛季为中锋选对了人。
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中锋, 中锋球员
the position of an offensive lineman in American football who is responsible for snapping the ball to the quarterback and blocking defenders
Center is a position on the offensive line in American football. The player in this role is responsible for starting the play by snapping the ball to the quarterback. After snapping the ball, the center’s main job is to block defenders to protect the quarterback and create space for running plays. They need to be strong and quick, often facing the toughest defenders right in front of them. The center is also important for making quick decisions about the defense’s position.
- So this season, is she on the bench or is she playing center?
所以这个赛季，她是坐在替补席上还是打中锋？
- The player who was playing the center blocked the defenders effectively.
打中锋的球员有效地阻挡了防守者。
- He was praised for the role he had in winning since he covered the center that night.
他因在胜利中扮演的角色而受到赞扬，因为那晚他覆盖了中心。
- Playing the center, he directs the offensive line and adjusts protections based on defensive alignments.
作为中锋，他指挥进攻线并根据防守阵型调整保护。
- She told the coach that she would make a good candidate for center in the team.
她告诉教练，她会成为球队中锋位置的一个好人选。
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中锋, 中锋球员
a position in hockey played by a forward who is placed in the middle of the ice, responsible for taking faceoffs, setting up plays, and scoring goals
Center is a forward position in hockey, usually positioned in the middle of the ice. The player in this spot has several important tasks, such as winning faceoffs at the start of play, creating scoring opportunities for teammates, and trying to score goals themselves. They need to be good at both offense and defense, helping to protect their own goal while also attacking the opponent's goal. A center must have strong skating skills and be able to make quick decisions during the game.
- The coach selected the player for center very carefully.
教练非常仔细地选择了中锋位置的球员。
- She scored a goal in her first time playing the center.
她第一次打中锋位置时就进了一球。
- Being at center in hockey involves scoring goals.
在曲棍球中处于中心位置意味着得分。
- The team's player at center is skilled in distributing the puck to teammates.
球队的中锋球员擅长将冰球传给队友。
- Playing the center, he had offensive strategies and provided support in both zones.
担任中锋时，他有进攻策略并在两个区域都提供了支持。
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中心, 馅
the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering
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中锋, 冰球队中打中锋的人
(ice hockey) the person who plays center on a hockey team
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中心, 传中
a pass or play from the side to the middle of the field to set up a scoring opportunity in games like soccer or hockey
A center is a play in sports like soccer or hockey where the ball or puck is passed from the side of the field or rink toward the middle, often to set up a chance for a teammate to score. This pass is aimed at creating an opportunity for the player in the center position to take a shot on goal. The center is typically a key moment in the game, as it can lead directly to a scoring attempt or an assist. The accuracy and timing of the pass are important for making the play effective.
- He made a perfect center to his teammate in front of the goal.
他在球门前给队友传了一个完美的传中。
- She practiced her centers to improve her accuracy.
她练习了她的传中以提高准确性。
- His quick center caught the defense off guard.
他的快速传中让防守措手不及。
- She aimed her center toward the striker in the box.
她将传中球瞄准了禁区内的前锋。
- The game-winning goal came from a well-timed center.
制胜一球来自一个时机恰到好处的传中。