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Contemporary Standard Chinese Dictionary
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靠(它)或拿(它)达到某种目的
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写首诗,用来表达自己的激情。
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Examples
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河水不只可供灌溉,且可用来发电。
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River waters can be used not only for irrigation but also for the generation of electricity.
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这个场子够大,可是音响效果不好,不适合用来开音乐会。
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The place is big enough, but the acoustics are not good enough for a concert.
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剧院有时也用来放映电影。
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Occasionally theatres are used for film shows.
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草木灰可以用来肥田。
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Plant ash can be used to fertilize the soil.
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这个窖是用来储存蔬菜的。
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This cellar is used for storing vegetables.
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浓茶可以用来醒酒。
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Strong tea can help to dispel the effects of alcohol.
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这个仪器是用来对水流进行测速的。
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This instrument is used to measure the speed of water flow.
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茶枯可以用来杀死池塘里的野杂鱼类。
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Tea seed cake can be used to kill wild fish in the lake.
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这些陈米可能会被用来酿酒。
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The rice harvested before may be used for wine production.
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这些布料可以用来做衬领。
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This fabric can be made into detachable collar linings.
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