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respite

/ˈrɛspɪt/

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1 · n.

a short period of rest from something difficult

暂时的喘息

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The cool evening brought a respite from the heat.
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凉爽的夜晚让人暂时摆脱了炎热。
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Pronunciation: /ˈrɛspɪt/

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