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复数形式
commonplaces
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老生常谈, 陈词滥调
a statement or belief that is widely known or repeated
- It's a commonplace that life is full of ups and downs.
生活充满起伏是一个老生常谈。
- The idea that "what goes up must come down" is a well-worn commonplace.
“上升的东西必须下降”这一想法是一个陈旧的老生常谈。
- The saying "practice makes perfect" has become a commonplace in motivational speeches.
“熟能生巧”这句话在励志演讲中已成为老生常谈。
- "Everything happens for a reason" is a commonplace many people rely on during tough times.
「一切皆有原因」是许多人在困难时期依赖的老生常谈。
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常见事物, 寻常事
an occurrence or item that is so widespread it is no longer considered unusual
- Public Wi-Fi has become a commonplace in cafes and libraries.
公共Wi-Fi在咖啡馆和图书馆已成为司空见惯。
- Video streaming services are a commonplace in many households.
视频流服务在许多家庭中很常见。
- Self-checkout machines have become commonplace in retail stores.
自助结账机在零售店中已经变得普遍。
- Electric cars are gradually becoming a commonplace on the roads.
电动汽车正逐渐成为道路上的 常见现象。