bring down bring forth bring off bring in bring down (1) to cause (somebody or something) to fall down onto the ground or become lower The plane was brought down by enemy fire. Will anything ever bring house prices down (2) to cause (somebody) to become sad or depressed All this rainy weather is really bringing me down. bring forth to produce; to cause (something) to occur or exist He was able to bring forth persuasive arguments in support of his position. Her controversial comments brought forth strong reactions from the public. bring off to achieve or accomplish It’s a challenging role. She’s the only actress I know with enough talent to bring it off. bring in (1) to cause (someone or something) to come to a place The company has decided to bring in outside experts to help on the project. (2) to produce or earn (an amount of money) He works at a large company and brings in a good salary.Fatherhood is going to have a different meaning and ______ a different response from every man who hears these words.

单项选择题distinct distinctive distinguished distinction distinct a. (1) noticeably different The two plants are quite distinct from one another. (2) noticeable He speaks with a distinct Southern accent. indistinct a. not distinct or clear I have only an indistinct memory of my father. distinctive a. having a characteristic that makes things different from others This wine has a more distinctive flavor than that one. distinguished a. known by many people because of some quality or achievement She is distinguished for her achievements in genetic research. distinction n. (1) a noticeable difference There are no obvious distinctions between the two designs. (2) a special honor, recognition, or award They should give him the distinction he deserves.The ______ taste of McDonald’s French fries was long praised by customers, competitors, and even food critics.

单项选择题dismiss discharge expel resign dismiss v. (1) to decide not to think about or consider We can’t completely dismiss the possibility that she’s right. I don’t think we should dismiss the mailer lightly. His idea was dismissed as impractical. (2) to cause or allow (somebody) to leave; to fire The students were dismissed early because of the snowstorm. Head nurses, in addition to their medical duties, do all their own hiring and dismissing, employee advising, and salary recommendations. discharge v. (1) to allow somebody to leave a hospital, prison, etc. She’s due to he discharged from the prison on Wednesday. (2) to end the employment of (someone), to fire The company illegally discharged several union organizers. (3) to send out (a liquid, gas, or waste material); to emit Smokestacks from the factory discharge chemicals into the air. expel v. to officially force (someone) to leave a place or an organization The club may expel members who do not follow the rules. resign v. (1) to give up (a job or position) in a formal or an official way The senator was forced to resign his position. (2) to make yourself accept something that is bad We resigned ourselves to the fact that we were going to lose the game.Mary hopes to be ______ from the hospital next week.