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pose

🇬🇧 UK/pәuz/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLGREB2

Definitions

v.

To hold a position for a photo or painting; to present or constitute (a problem, risk, etc.); to pretend to be someone or something

摆姿势;造成(威胁等);假装

n.

A position or attitude of the body, especially for a photo or painting; an affected or pretended manner

姿势;姿态;装模作样

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
poseplace, put, position
=pose

Common Collocations

  • 1.pose a threat构成威胁
  • 2.pose a challenge带来挑战
  • 3.pose a question提出问题
  • 4.strike a pose摆出姿势

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The model was asked to pose for the camera in a natural stance.

  • 2.

    Climate change poses a serious threat to coastal communities worldwide.

  • 3.

    He posed as a doctor to gain access to the hospital's restricted areas.

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