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helplessly

/ˈhɛlpləsli/

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adverb

无助地，孤立无援地

Without protection or assistance.

Examples :

"The fish flopped helplessly in the tiny remaining pool."

鱼儿在剩余的浅水洼里无助地拍打着。

suffering condition situation

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adverb

无助地，无可奈何地。

Without the ability to help oneself.

Examples :

"The boy rolled on the floor laughing helplessly."

那个男孩在地板上打滚，无助地笑着。

ability condition situation emotion

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adverb

无助地，无可奈何地。

Without the ability to react actively.

Examples :

"The spectators gaped helplessly as the balloon approached the power lines."

观众们眼睁睁地看着气球飘向电线，却无助地什么也做不了。

ability action situation condition