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turbulence

/tɝbjələns/

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1 · noun

strong, irregular movement of air or water

湍流；气流颠簸

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The pilot asked passengers to remain seated during the turbulence.
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飞机遇到气流颠簸时，飞行员请乘客保持就座。
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Pronunciation: /tɝbjələns/

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