For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbours, and laugh at them in our turn?

我们活着是为了什么？不就是给邻居当笑柄，再反过来笑他们。

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An institution can make a rule and then change it to suit itself.

一个机构可以制定一项规定，然后为了自身利益而更改它。

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They went there merely to satisfy their morbid curiosity.

他们去那里仅仅是为了满足他们病态的好奇心。

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I paint this picture to express myself and cheer up.

我画这幅画是为了表达自己并振作起来。

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I took an elaborate detour in case someone was following me.

为了避免有人跟踪，我故意绕了一条复杂的弯路。

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To stay alert during her night shift, she would use an upper for stimulation.

为了在夜班时保持警觉，她会使用一种兴奋剂来提神。

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For safety, a proper earth connection is essential when you install a metal light fitting.

为了安全，安装金属照明配件时，正确的接地连接至关重要。

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To avoid a well-worn cliche, the report is packed with fresh insights.

为了避免老生常谈，这份报告充满了新颖的见解。

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The young child stays perpetually watchful for this reason.

这个小男孩为了这个缘故一直保持着警惕。

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They often choose inexpensive chicken or macaroni dishes that go through a simple process for quick meals.

他们为了快速用餐经常选择便宜的鸡肉或通心粉菜肴，这些菜肴经过简单加工。

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Some people purchase designer items to satisfy their inner snob and gain prestige.

有些人购买设计师物品是为了满足内心的势利并获取声望。

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Their matching uniforms had a dual function, seemingly concealing their true intentions.

他们统一的制服具有双重功能，似乎是为了掩饰他们的真实意图。

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To deal with health improvement, regular exercise helps a great deal.

为了改善健康，定期锻炼大有帮助。

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To manage anxiety, one can isolate thoughts and feelings from memories through careful separation.

为了管理焦虑，可以通过仔细分离将想法和感情从记忆中隔离开来。

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To reduce administrative expenses, many companies have no choice but to sack their manager.

为了减少行政开支，许多公司别无选择只能解雇他们的经理。

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