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halcyon

/ˈhælsiən/

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1 · adj.

calm, peaceful, and happy, especially of a past time

宁静美好的

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She often spoke of the halcyon summers at her grandparents' house.

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她常说起在祖父母家度过的那些宁静美好的夏天。

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Pronunciation: /ˈhælsiən/

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