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vicissitude

[vaɪˈsɪs.ɨˌt(j)u(ː)d]

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noun

变迁，盛衰。

Regular change or succession from one thing to another, or one part of a cycle to the next; alternation; mutual succession; interchange.

Examples :

"The small business owner learned to accept the vicissitude of the market, understanding that periods of high sales would inevitably be followed by slower times. "

这家小企业主学会了接受市场的变迁兴衰，明白销售旺季之后必然会迎来淡季。

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noun

变迁，沧桑

(often in the plural) A change, especially in one's life or fortunes.

Examples :

"Her life was full of vicissitudes, from sudden wealth to unexpected poverty. "

她的人生充满了变迁，经历了暴富和突如其来的贫困。

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