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ephemeral

/ɪˈfɛmɚəl/

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1 · adjective

lasting for a very short time

短命的；昙花一现的

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The artist used ice to create an ephemeral sculpture in the square.
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艺术家用冰在广场上制作了一座转瞬即逝的雕塑。
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Pronunciation: /ɪˈfɛmɚəl/

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