TOEFL 口语词汇造句 D

D1. damagen. 损坏；伤害The items were carefully wrapped to protect them from damage during shipping.The city sustained heavy damage during the war.Fortunately the boat suffered no serious damage in the storm.The fall caused considerable damage to her knee.The disease is known to cause permanent brain damage.The scandal caused significant damage to her career.You've said enough. Please leave before you do any more damage.He tried to repair the damage by apologizing, but it was too late.He apologized, but the damage was already done.v. 损害Please return any items that are damaged during shipping.Many homes were damaged or completely destroyed in the fire.The fall severely damaged her knee.Smoking can seriously damage your lungs.The scandal significantly damaged her career.This news will undoubtedly damage the governor's reputation.He was worried that his comments had seriously damaged their relationship.He's trying to repair his damaged reputation.2. danger n. 危险，危险物，威胁I was unaware of the danger that lay ahead.She was fearless in the face of danger.The sign on the door read “Danger. Keep out.”There's less danger that you'll lose your money if you have a wide variety of investments.There's a danger that your apology will be taken as a sign of weakness.The danger is that we'll become careless as the process becomes more familiar.It's important to teach your children about the dangers of smoking.Here is a list of possible dangers associated with the procedure.We believe it poses a serious danger to our national security.3. death n. 死；死亡birth, life, and eventual deathThe newspaper did not report the cause of death.People around the world mourned his death.The accident resulted in two deaths.The number of deaths from cancer is rising.He died a violent death.There has been a death in the family.The general met his death on the battlefield.the death of a marriageDeath could be seen lurking in the corner of the painting.4. debtHe is trying to pay off gambling debts.The company has run up huge debts.Their debts are piling up.He's been working three jobs in an attempt to get out of debt.The company was in debt but is now turning a profit.I am deep in debt.I'm thousands of dollars in debt.She went into debt to pay for college.I'm worried that we will fall into debt.5. decisionShe announced her decision to go to medical school.Have you made a decision?He based his decision on facts, not emotions.She made a conscious decision to leave the painting unfinished.We need someone who will act with decision even under pressure.The U.S. Supreme Court's 1954 decision brought an end to racial segregation in public schools.6. degree1> 度数Her math is advanced by degrees2> 学位the Bachelor degree; the Master degree3> 地方people of low degree7. designn. 设计，图案There are problems with the design of the airplane's landing gear.I like the design of the textbook.I love the sculpture's design.The machine had a flawed design.the design and development of new productsCorrecting mistakes is part of the design process.a number of design conceptsv. 设计；计划A team of engineers designed the new engine.Who designed the book's cover?He designed the chair to adjust automatically.They thought they could design the perfect crime.design a strategy for battle8. desireVt. 期望，希望He desired her approval more than anything.The apartment has modern amenities [ə'mi:nəti, ə'men-]便利设施, a great location—everything you could desire.She knew that men still desired her.n. 愿望；心愿Desire is a common theme is music and literature.The magazine tries to attend to the needs and desires of its readers.Both sides feel a real desire for peace.His decisions are guided by his desire for land.They expressed a desire to go with us.They have a desire to have children.a strong desire to travel around the worldHe was overcome with desire for her.9. destructionn. 破坏；毁灭War results in death and widespread destruction.We are trying to save the building from destruction.10. detailn. 细节；详情Every detail of the wedding was carefully planned.They designed every detail of the house.the wooden box's fine carved detailWe admired the detail of the artist's work.The job requires attention to detail.The article provides further details.You left out an important detail about their new baby: is it a girl or boy?The novel is full of historical details.The book includes a wealth of detail on living conditions aboard ships at that time.The novel is full of historical detail.v. 详述；细说The book details the series of events that led to the tragedy.She wrote a letter detailing her complaints.The Army has detailed him to investigate the complaints.11. developmentGood nutrition is important for proper muscle development.The company offers many opportunities for professional development.The software is still in the early stages of development.I try to keep up with the latest developments in computer technology.Have there been any new developments in the case?12. digestion n. 消化力；领悟an enzyme that aids in the digestion of proteinShe began to suffer from poor digestion as she grew older.13. direction n. 方向，指导，趋势The army attacked from three different directions.Down the road, he could see a bus coming from the opposite direction.The wind changed direction and started blowing in our faces.Carefully read the directions before you begin the test.Directions appear on the package.We had to stop to ask for directions to the beach.Excuse me. Could you please give me directions to the movie theater?He was put in charge and given overall direction of the program.Twenty-three employees work under her direction.Several nurses working under the direction of this doctor have made complaints.14，discovery n. 发现；发现的东西Scientists announced the discovery of a new species of plant.Her research led to a number of important discoveries about the disease.Reporters made the shocking discovery that the governor had been unfaithful to his wife.the discovery of pollution in the riverthe discovery of a talented musiciansailors during the age of discoveryIt was one of the most important discoveries in the history of medicine.15. discussionThe class was involved in a heated discussion about politics.I hope to have a discussion with them about the matter soon.After much discussion of the plan, the idea was rejected entirely.During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.The smoking ban is a major topic of discussion these days.The article is an in-depth discussion of his theories.The first chapter includes a discussion of childcare issues.16. diseaseHe suffers from a rare genetic disease.a disease of the mindThousands die of heart disease each year.They are working to stop the spread of disease in rural areas.The article cites intolerance as one of the most dangerous of society's diseases.He sees crime as a disease that too often plagues the poor and disadvantaged.17. disgustn. 厌恶，嫌恶He eyed the greasy food with disgust.As the smell of garbage drifted through the air, she wrinkled her nose in disgust.He talked about his disgust with the way the news media focuses on celebrities.Much to the disgust of some listeners, the speech was interrupted several times by a few people in the audience.She shook her head in disgust when I described the scene.v. 使作呕She's a vegetarian because the idea of eating meat totally disgusts her.The photographs disgust some people.18. distance n.距离；远离What is the distance between the Earth and the Sun?The gas station is a short distance away.Speed is measured in time and distance.She kept the children a safe distance from the road.The sign was hard to read from a distance.We followed them at a distance. 在远处She feels a distance from her brother that wasn't there before.Although they were once good friends, there was now considerable distance between them.He wants to put distance between himself and his former boss.19. distribution n. 分配，分发；配给物The group collects food and clothing for distribution to needy families.The distribution of paychecks will happen every other Friday.The university does not permit distribution of leaflets on campus.She was responsible for product distribution.The company handles the distribution of goods to stores nationwide.He complained that the distribution of work was unfair.He studies the distributions of wildcats in North America.The new design provides better weight distribution.20. division n. 分开；分割the process of cell divisiona division of profits into equal sharesAfter learning multiplication, the students were taught division.21. doubtVt. 怀疑；不信I have always doubted the existence of life on other planets.No one doubts that the mission will be a success.I seriously doubt my parents will let me go.“Do you think you can come tonight?” “I doubt it.”She doubted his ability to succeed.He said he could do it, but I couldn't help doubting him.n. 怀疑I still have moments of doubt.There can be little doubt that smoking is bad for your health.I had a nagging doubt in the back of my mind.22. drinkv. 喝，喝酒The baby still drinks from a bottle.What would you like to drink?We drank orange juice with breakfast.I drink lots of water when I'm hiking.She drank too much last night and woke up sick this morning.It's not safe to drink and drive.She drank herself into a stupor.He nearly drank himself to death.n. 饮料We serve coffee, tea, and other hot drinks.Food and drink will be provided.They went to the bar for a few drinks.Can I get you another drink?He took a long drink from his glass.23. drivingAdj. 推进的；强劲的n. 操纵24. dustn. 灰尘；尘土The floor was covered with dust.You can see the dust particles floating through the air.There is not a speck of dust in that house.As the car sped down the dirt road, it left a cloud of dust behind.He wiped the chalk dust off his hands.v. 弹掉…上的尘土I dust at least once a week.Dust the pan with flour.The crops will be dusted with pesticide.。