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contrives

/kənˈtraɪvz/

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verb

设计，策划。

To invent by an exercise of ingenuity; to devise

Examples :

"The student contrives a clever excuse to avoid taking the test. "

这个学生想出了一个巧妙的借口来避免考试。

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verb

设计，策划，图谋

To invent, to make devices; to form designs especially by improvisation.

Examples :

"Seeing the rain was about to ruin the picnic, Maria quickly contrives a makeshift shelter from blankets and chairs. "

看到雨快要毁掉野餐，玛丽亚急中生智，用毯子和椅子迅速搭起了一个临时的遮雨棚。

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verb

设计，策划

To project, cast, or set forth, as in a projection of light.

Examples :

"The stage manager cleverly contrives the spotlight to fall directly on the actor during his monologue. "

舞台监督巧妙地设计灯光，让聚光灯正好落在演员独白的时候。

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verb

花费，耗费

To spend (time, or a period).

Examples :

"He contrives to spend at least one hour a day reading, even with his busy schedule. "

即使他日程繁忙，他还是设法花费至少一个小时的时间来阅读。