loophole

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GRE Collins 1

英文释义

n. an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation
n. a small hole in a fortified wall; for observation or discharging weapons

中文翻译

n. 枪眼, 小窗, 换气孔

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记忆技巧

loopholeloop(环)和 hole(洞)组成,字面意思是“环形的洞”,可以理解为法律或规则中的一个漏洞。

例句

1. The company used a loophole in the tax law to save money.

这家公司利用了税法中的一个漏洞来节省开支。

2. Many people look for loopholes in rules to avoid penalties.

许多人寻找规则中的漏洞以避免处罚。

3. The lawyer found a loophole that could help his client win the case.

律师发现了一个漏洞,可能帮助他的客户赢得案件。

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