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impulsive

/ɪmpʌlsɪv/

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1 · adjective

acting suddenly without careful thought

冲动的

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An impulsive purchase left him short of money for rent.
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一次冲动购物使他连房租都不够付。
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Pronunciation: /ɪmpʌlsɪv/

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