deflect

deflect的意思是偏转，使转向，使改变方向。它的词源是拉丁语deflectere，意思是向下或向旁边弯曲，由de-（离开）和flectere（弯曲）组成。记忆方法可以是联想de-和flectere的含义，或者用deflect造句或写诗。不同含义下的例句有：

• 转移注意力：They are trying to deflect attention from the troubled economy。他们试图转移人们对困境中的经济的注意力。

• 使偏斜：The ball deflected off the goalie’s shoulder。球从守门员的肩膀上偏斜了。

• 阻挡：armor that can deflect bullets。能够阻挡子弹的盔甲。

When life throws you a curveball 

Don't let it hit you hard 

Just deflect it with a smile 

And play another card 

When someone tries to hurt you 

Don't let them get inside 

Just deflect their cruel words 

And keep your dignity and pride 

When fate seems to conspire 

Don't let it bring you down 

Just deflect its twists and turns 

And wear your own crown 

You have the power to deflect 

Whatever comes your way 

You have the strength to overcome 

And make each day a better day.




Anna loved plants, especially angiosperms(被子植物), the ones that produce flowers and seeds. 

She lived in a cramped(狭窄的) apartment with her autocratic(专制的) father, who did not share her passion. 

He wanted her to emulate(效仿) his career as a lawyer and study hard. 

He threatened to topple(推翻) her collection of pots and vases if she did not obey him. 

Anna endured this ordeal(磨难) for years, until one day she decided to deflect(偏转) his anger by running away. 

She took a bus to the countryside, where she found a farm that needed help. 

There she met kind people who appreciated her knowledge and skills. 

She helped them grow beautiful and healthy crops, avoiding calamitous(灾难性的) pests and diseases. 

She felt happy and free for the first time in her life. 

She realized that she had a preponderance(优势) of talent and courage over her father. 

She never procrastinated(拖延) on her dreams again.