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1
触发, 启动
to make something operate, especially by accident
及物动词
- Please don't set off the car alarm while I'm inside; the keys are on the seat.
请不要在我还在车里的时候触发汽车警报；钥匙在座位上。
- She set the security system off by entering the wrong access code.
她输入了错误的访问代码，触发了安全系统。
- He accidentally set off the fire alarm when he burnt toast in the office kitchen.
他在办公室厨房烤面包时不小心触发了火警警报。
- The children's curiosity about the big red button set the alarm off in the science museum.
孩子们对那个大红按钮的好奇心触发了科学博物馆的警报。
- She mistakenly set off the sprinkler system while working on the garden.
她在花园里工作时不小心启动了洒水系统。
2
出发, 启程
to start a journey
- We'll set off on our cross-country journey early in the morning to avoid traffic.
为了避免交通拥堵，我们将在清晨出发开始我们的越野之旅。
- The family set off for their vacation in the mountains, filled with excitement.
一家人出发去山区度假，充满兴奋。
- The explorers set off for the jungle, equipped with supplies and a sense of wonder.
探险者们出发前往丛林，装备了物资和一种惊奇感。
- After breakfast, the hikers set off on the trail, ready for a day of exploration.
早餐后，徒步旅行者们出发上路，准备开始一天的探索。
- The cyclists set off on their long ride through the countryside, enjoying the fresh air.
骑自行车的人出发开始他们穿越乡村的长途骑行，享受着新鲜的空气。
3
启动, 引爆
to activate a bomb, an explosive, etc.
- The demolition expert carefully set the explosives off to bring down the old building.
拆除专家小心翼翼地引爆了炸药以拆除旧建筑。
- They set off the fireworks display at the stroke of midnight to celebrate the New Year.
他们在午夜钟声敲响时点燃了烟花表演来庆祝新年。
- The terrorist tried to set the bomb off, but it malfunctioned, preventing a disaster.
恐怖分子试图引爆炸弹，但它发生了故障，从而避免了一场灾难。
- The soldier defused the explosive device, ensuring it wouldn't set off unintentionally.
士兵拆除了爆炸装置，确保它不会无意中引爆。
- The explosion set off a chain reaction, causing widespread damage.
爆炸引发了一系列连锁反应，造成了广泛的破坏。
4
衬托, 突出
to complement the appearance of something, making it look more appealing
及物动词
- The dress you're wearing really sets off your eyes.
你穿的这件裙子真的很衬你的眼睛。
- The arrangement of flowers on the table sets off the dining area beautifully.
桌子上花的布置美丽地衬托出用餐区。
- The stylish shoes you're wearing set off the entire outfit with flair.
你穿的时尚鞋子衬托出整套服装的风采。
- The artwork on the wall sets off the entire ambiance of the restaurant.
墙上的艺术品衬托出餐厅的整体氛围。
- That hairstyle sets off your facial features in a flattering way.
那种发型以一种讨人喜欢的方式衬托出你的面部特征。
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引发, 触发
to be the first cause of a chain of events, actions, or reactions that unfold unexpectedly
及物动词
- Her comments about the topic set off a heated debate among the participants.
她对这个话题的评论在参与者中引发了一场激烈的辩论。
- The unexpected news set off a wave of shock and concern among the community.
意外的消息在社区中引发了一波震惊和担忧。
- The politician's remarks during the speech set off a flurry of criticism in the media.
政治家在演讲中的言论在媒体上引发了一阵批评。
- The sudden cancellation of the event set off disappointment among the attendees.
活动的突然取消引发了与会者的失望。
- Please avoid discussing that sensitive topic; it might set off an argument.
请避免讨论那个敏感话题；它可能会引发争论。
6
扣除, 抵消
to subtract certain expenses from one's tax amount
及物动词
- By carefully documenting their business expenses, entrepreneurs can set off a significant portion of their taxable income.
通过仔细记录他们的业务支出，企业家可以扣除其应税收入的很大一部分。
- Homeowners often find that mortgage interest and property tax deductions can help set off the overall cost of owning a house.
房主经常发现，抵押贷款利息和房产税扣除可以帮助抵消拥有房屋的总成本。
- Investors can set off capital losses against capital gains to reduce their tax liability.
投资者可以用资本损失抵消资本收益以减少他们的税务责任。
- Self-employed individuals can set off expenses related to their home office against their self-employment income when filing taxes.
自雇人士在报税时可以从自雇收入中扣除与家庭办公室相关的费用。
- Charitable donations can be used to set off your taxable income, encouraging philanthropic giving.
慈善捐款可以用来抵消你的应税收入，鼓励慈善捐赠。
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引发, 激起
to intentionally provoke a reaction or response
及物动词
- The news of the scandal set off widespread outrage among the public.
丑闻的消息在公众中引发了广泛的愤怒。
- The controversial decision set off a wave of criticism from various stakeholders.
这一有争议的决定引发了来自各利益相关方的一波批评。
- The sudden announcement set off a frenzy of speculation and rumors.
突如其来的公告引发了猜测和谣言的狂潮。
- The misleading statement set off a storm of confusion and misinformation.
误导性的声明引发了一场混乱和错误信息的风暴。
- The tragic incident set off a period of mourning and reflection in the community.
这起悲剧事件引发了社区的一段哀悼和反思期。