福布斯公布2023年全球最具影响力女性榜单

近日，《福布斯》（Forbes）杂志公布2023年全球100位最具影响力女性榜单，欧盟委员会主席乌尔苏拉·冯德莱恩（Ursula von der Leyen）排名第一。欧洲央行行长克里斯蒂娜·拉加德（Christine Lagarde）和美国副总统卡玛拉·哈里斯（Kamala Harris）分列二三位；意大利总理焦尔吉娅·梅洛尼（Giorgia Meloni）排名第四位。

美国流行唱作天后泰勒·斯威夫特（Taylor Swift）排名的从去年的第79位飙升到第5位。京东集团CEO兼执行董事许冉（Sandy Ran Xu）排名第20位。

🤔️小作业：

1. According to the article, what is the current trend in women's representation in top political roles?

A) A significant decline compared to a decade ago.

B) A steady increase in women leaders globally.

C) An unchanged scenario over the past decade.

D) A shift towards non-political leadership roles.

A) It is uncertain and largely dependent on political trends.

B) It is vital and requires a balance of different forms of power.

C) It is expected to decline in influence and effectiveness.

D) It is largely symbolic and unlikely to bring substantial change.

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The World's Most Powerful Women 2023: Are Women Key To Solving The Global Leadership Crisis?

From: Forbes

Forbes' 20th annual list of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women reveals a complex picture of female power. This year's list spotlights a dynamic array of leaders from diverse spheres of influence, featuring both groundbreaking newcomers and established figures, all marking significant strides in women's global impact. But this list, while highlighting women's advancements, poses critical questions about the state of their power.

Why does a cultural icon like Taylor Swift rank among the top five listees, shoulder-to-shoulder with women leading politically on the world stage? And why does Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, stand alone as the only woman today helming a G20 economy?

Most notably, Taylor Swift's dramatic rise from #79 to #5 epitomizes a new archetype of influence, signaling a shift from the traditional political and corporate might, and that far transcends traditional entertainment boundaries. Her economic impact this year is staggering: Swift's Eras tour alone is reported to have brought in a record-breaking $850 million, and is estimated to have boosted the U.S. economy by over $5 billion. Her innovative business strategies have redefined industry norms.

Yet Swift's most profound impact lies in her ability to sway the cultural and social currents of our time, particularly among a young, predominantly female audience. She symbolizes a new era of power, influencing people and culture independent of any country or company.

Swift's ascent also highlights a significant gap in the landscape of women's power – the realm of politics and policy. This year's top listees, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (#1), European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde (#2), U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris (#3), and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (#4), exemplify women's influence in spaces historically dominated by men, and are pivotal in shaping economic policies and legislative frameworks. However, these leaders highlight the exception rather than the rule.

This marked scarcity of women in top political roles sharply contrasts previous years. A decade ago, five women were leading nations within the top 25 global economies, but today, this number has dwindled to just one. Only 13 of the 193 United Nations member states today are led by female heads of government. Despite a positive increase in women's representation across various levels of political and policy spheres, the decline in the number of women holding top political roles is particularly notable during this time of global crisis.

This decline is further complicated by the precarious nature of political power: on this year's list, five key leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and Kamala Harris, face reelection challenges. What's more, Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand, Sanna Marin of Finland, and Nicola Sturgeon of Scotland all departed their positions earlier this year.

With the world embroiled in crises from every angle, the critical need for more women at the highest levels of policymaking transcends the goal of equity; it's about harnessing a breadth of perspectives and skills essential to addressing the complex challenges of our time. At this pivotal moment in history, when the call for innovative leadership has never been louder, the narrative of our times could be markedly different if shaped by the inclusive, transformative leadership that women offer.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield (#75) echoed this sentiment in an interview in September, stressing that compassion and understanding are essential to effective diplomacy. "You have to listen to people, whether you agree or disagree with them or not,” Thomas-Greenfield told Forbes. “You also have to be kind. Kindness is the most effective weapon that you can have."

Female power today stands at a pivotal crossroads characterized by stark contrast and unrealized promise. The key to progress lies in a balance of both hard and soft power, unlocking the full potential of women's leadership. This need has never been more evident, nor more urgent. It is a need that we must heed to create a more resilient, just world.

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注：完整题目见本文开头；中文文本为机器翻译并非一一对应，仅供参考

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The World's Most Powerful Women 2023: Are Women Key To Solving The Global Leadership Crisis?

From: Forbes

Forbes' 20th annual list of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women reveals a complex picture of female power. This year's list spotlights a dynamic array of leaders from diverse spheres of influence, featuring both groundbreaking newcomers and established figures, all marking significant strides in women's global impact. But this list, while highlighting women's advancements, poses critical questions about the state of their power.

《福布斯》（Forbes）第20届全球100位最具影响力女性年度榜单揭示了女性权力的复杂图景。今年的榜单突出了来自不同影响领域的活跃领袖，既有开创性的新人，也有老牌人物，都标志着女性在全球影响力方面取得了显著进展。但这份榜单在突显女性进步的同时，也对其权力状况提出了关键问题。

表示“揭露；泄露；透露”，英文解释为“to make known or show something that is surprising or that was previously secret”举个🌰：He was jailed for revealing secrets to the Russians. 他因为向俄国人泄密而被监禁。

1）作名词，除了聚光灯，还可以表示“媒体和公众的注意”，英文解释为“attention from newspapers, television and the public”举个🌰：Unemployment is once again in the spotlight. 失业问题再次受到人们的关注。

2）作动词，表示“特别关注，突出报道（以使公众注意）”，英文解释为“to give special attention to a problem, situation, etc. so that people notice it”举个🌰：The programme spotlights problems in the health service. 节目突出报道了公共医疗机构的问题。

📺动画片《鲍勃汉堡店》（Bob's Burgers）中的台词提到：You couldn't share the spotlight with Francis, could you? 你无法忍受弗兰西斯抢你风头是吧？

array /əˈreɪ/ 表示“（尤指非常有吸引力、令人赞赏并常以特定的方式排列的）一系列，一批，大量，大群”，英文解释为“a large group of things or people, especially one that is attractive or causes admiration or has been positioned in a particular way”举个🌰：There was a splendid array of food on the table. 满桌子都是美味佳肴。

diverse /daɪˈvɜːs/ 表示“多种多样的，形形色色的”，英文解释为“including many different types of people or things”举个🌰：New York is a very culturally/ethnically diverse city. 纽约是一个在文化/种族方面具有多样性的城市。

sphere /sfɪə/ 1）表示“球，圆球；球状物”，英文解释为“an object shaped like a round ball”；

2）表示“（活动、兴趣的）领域”，英文解释为“A sphere of activity or interest is a particular area of activity or interest.”如：the sphere of international politics 国际政治领域，different social spheres 不同的社会圈子。

established形容词，1）可以表示“（因为优秀而）被认可的，著名的”，英文解释为“used for describing someone who is known for doing a job well, because they have been doing it for a long time”，如：an established artist/star 著名艺术家/明星。

2）表示“（因长期存在而）已确立的；被承认的；既定的”，英文解释为“accepted or respected because of having existed for a long period of time”举个🌰：There are established procedures for dealing with emergencies. 处理紧急情况有一些既定程序。

1）作动词，表示“大步快走，阔步行进”，英文解释为“to walk somewhere quickly with long steps”举个🌰：He strode across/into/out of the room. 他大步走过/进/出房间。

2）作名词，表示“大步；阔步”，英文解释为“A stride is a long step which you take when you are walking or running.”举个🌰：She attributes her record-breaking speed to the length of her stride. 她认为她的速度之所以能打破纪录是因为步幅大。

3）表示“进展，进步”，英文解释为“an important positive development”举个🌰：The group has made strides to expand internationally. 这个集团在拓展国际市场方面取得了很大进展。

📍在庆祝中国共产党成立一百周年大会上的讲话中提到：（我们）正在意气风发向着全面建成社会主义现代化强国的第二个百年奋斗目标迈进 we are now marching in confident strides toward the second centenary goal of building China into a great modern socialist country in all respects.

作动词，表示“使引起注意，强调”，英文解释为“to attract attention to or emphasize something important”举个🌰：The report highlights the need for improved safety. 那份报告强调了加大安全力度的重要性。

作名词，表示“最精彩的部分”，英文解释为“the best or most exciting, entertaining, or interesting part of something”举个🌰：Highlights of the match will be shown after the news. 比赛的精彩部分将在新闻之后播出。

摆pose这个词大家应该都比较熟悉，作名词，表示“（为拍照、画像等摆出的）样子，姿势”，英文解释为“a particular position in which a person stands, sits, etc. in order to be photographed, painted, etc.”

而pose作动词，1）表示“摆好姿势（拍照）”，英文解释为“to move into and stay in a particular position, in order to be photographed, painted, etc.”举个🌰：We all posed for our photographs next to the Statue of Liberty. 我们都在自由女神像边摆好了姿势拍照。

2）表示“造成，引起（尤指问题或困难）”，英文解释为“to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty”举个🌰：Nuclear weapons pose a threat to everyone. 核武器对所有的人都构成了威胁。

3）表示“（尤指在正式场合）提出（问题），质询”，英文解释为“to ask a question, especially in a formal situation such as a meeting”举个🌰：Can we go back to the question that LR posed earlier? 我们能否回到LR早先提出的那个问题上去？

Why does a cultural icon like Taylor Swift rank among the top five listees, shoulder-to-shoulder with women leading politically on the world stage? And why does Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, stand alone as the only woman today helming a G20 economy?

为什么泰勒·斯威夫特（Taylor Swift）作为文化偶像能与那些在全球政治舞台上领导的女性齐名，跻身榜单前五？为什么意大利总理焦尔吉娅·梅洛尼（Giorgia Meloni）是当今领导着G20经济体的唯一一位女性？

1）表示“象征物；偶像”，英文解释为“If you describe something or someone as an icon, you mean that they are important as a symbol of a particular thing.”如：a fashion icon 时尚偶像。

2）表示“图标；图符”，英文解释为“a small symbol on a computer screen that represents a program or a file”

表示“登记簿上列名者；列名者；列名公司”，英文解释为“a person, business, etc., that is included in a list or directory.”

表示“肩并肩地”，英文解释为“If people are shoulder to shoulder, they are close together and next to each other.”举个🌰：The refugees were packed shoulder to shoulder on the boat. 难民们肩挨着肩挤在船上。

helm /helm/ 可以作动词，也可以作名词，表示“舵柄；舵轮”，英文解释为“the handle or wheel which controls the direction in which a ship or boat travels”举个🌰：Who was at the helm when the collision occurred? 发生碰撞时谁在掌舵？

作动词引申表示为“指导，掌管，管理，经营”，英文解释为“to direct or steer”

📍at the helm 除了可以指“掌舵”，也可以指“领导位置；掌管，负责”（in charge of an organization, project, etc.）2020年6月，Hello Kitty之父要卸任了时，BBC就提到：at the helm of (Sanrio) 这个表达。

📍 take the helm也可以表示“开始负责，开始掌管；担任领导”（to start to officially control an organization or company）

Most notably, Taylor Swift's dramatic rise from #79 to #5 epitomizes a new archetype of influence, signaling a shift from the traditional political and corporate might, and that far transcends traditional entertainment boundaries. Her economic impact this year is staggering: Swift's Eras tour alone is reported to have brought in a record-breaking $850 million, and is estimated to have boosted the U.S. economy by over $5 billion. Her innovative business strategies have redefined industry norms.

最值得注意的是，泰勒·斯威夫特的排名从第79位飙升到第5位，体现了一种新的影响力典范，标志着从传统政治和企业实力的转变，远远超越了传统的娱乐界限。她今年的经济影响力是惊人的：据报道，斯威夫特仅Eras巡回演唱会收入就创纪录地达到8.5亿美元，估计为美国经济带来了超过50亿美元的收入。她的创新商业战略重新定义了行业规范。

notably /ˈnəʊ.tə.bli/ 1）表示“格外地，特别地”，英文解释为“especially or most importantly”

2）表示“明显地；显然；值得注意地”，英文解释为“to an important degree, or in a way that can or should be noticed”

epitomize /ɪˈpɪt.ə.maɪz/ 表示“是…的典型；成为…的典范”，英文解释为“to be a perfect example of a quality or type of thing”举个🌰：With little equipment and unsuitable footwear, she epitomizes the inexperienced and unprepared mountain walker. 她几乎没有带任何装备，穿的鞋也不合适，是一个典型的缺乏经验、准备不足的徒步登山者。

archetype /ˈɑː.kɪ.taɪp/ 表示“原型；典型”，英文解释为“a typical example of something, or the original model of something from which others are copied”举个🌰：The United States is the archetype of a federal society. 美国是典型的联邦制社会。

signal /ˈsɪɡ.nəl/表示“表达；表示；显示”，英文解释为“to do sth to make your feelings or opinions known”举个🌰：He signalled his discontent by refusing to vote. 他拒绝投票以示不满。

熟词僻义，作名词，表示“力量；威力；能力”，英文解释为“power, strength, or force”举个🌰：She struggled with all her might to get free. 她用尽全力想挣脱出来。

transcend /trænˈsend/ 表示“超越，超过，超出（尤指界限）”，英文解释为“to go beyond the usual limits of something”，举个🌰：The desire for peace transcended political differences. 对和平的渴望超越了政治分歧。

🎬电影《云图》（Cloud Atlas）中的台词提到：One may transcend any convention, if only one can first conceive of doing so. 一个人可以打破任何陈规，只要这个人能首先想到这样做。

表示“令人震惊的”，英文解释为“Something that is staggering is very surprising.”如：a staggering $20 million in short- and long-term debt 令人震惊的两千万美元的短长期债务。

🎬电影《迷失东京》（Lost in Translation）中的台词提到：- Just staggering, unbearable pain. - Ooh, that's too bad. - 疼得难以忍受 - 真不走运。

🎬电影《电锯惊魂6》（Saw VI）中的台词提到：and the subsequent cost to you will be staggering. 代价将会非常大/惊人。

1）表示“赚取，挣（钱）”，英文解释为“to make money”举个🌰：Their chain of restaurants brings in millions of dollars a year. 他们的连锁餐馆每年有几百万美元的收入。

2）表示“引进（新产品等）;制定，提出（新法律）”，英文解释为“to introduce something new such as a product or a law”举个🌰：New safety regulations have been brought in. 已经制定了新的安全规章。

可以作名词也可以作动词，表示“改善；提高；增强；推动”，英文解释为“to improve or increase something”举个🌰：The theatre managed to boost its audiences by cutting ticket prices. 剧院设法通过降低票价来增加观众数量。

📍“佩洛西有病还是先治病吧”文中提到be boosted，get boosted用来指打了加强针（疫苗），也有说booster shot/booster dose.

表示“规范；行为标准”，英文解释为“standards of behaviour that are typical of or accepted within a particular group or society”，如：social/cultural norms 社会/文化规范。

📍the norm 表示“常态，正常行为”，英文解释为“a situation or type of behaviour that is expected and considered to be typical”举个🌰：One child per family is fast becoming the norm in some countries. 每个家庭一个孩子在一些国家正迅速普遍起来。

Yet Swift's most profound impact lies in her ability to sway the cultural and social currents of our time, particularly among a young, predominantly female audience. She symbolizes a new era of power, influencing people and culture independent of any country or company.

然而，斯威夫特最深远的影响在于她能够左右当代文化和社会潮流，尤其是在以女性为主的年轻受众中。她象征着一个新时代的力量，在不依赖于任何国家或公司，影响着人们和文化。

sway /sweɪ/ 作动词，表示“说服，使动摇”，英文解释为“to persuade someone to believe or do one thing rather than another”举个🌰：Her speech failed to sway her colleagues into supporting the plan. 她的演说没能说服她的同事们支持这个计划。

作名词，表示“控制，统治；影响”，英文解释为“control or influence”如：under the sway of 受...的影响。

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📍hold sway表示“掌握权力；有很大影响”，英文解释为“to have power or a very strong influence”举个🌰：These beliefs hold sway over whole districts. 这些信仰在整个地区处于支配地位。

🎬 电影《斯隆女士》（Miss Sloane）中的台词提到：Our third is to identify who holds sway in target states 第三个就是，找到操控重点州票数的关键人物。

current作名词，熟词僻义，1）表示“水流；气流；电流”，英文解释为“a movement of water, air, or electricity in a particular direction”如：to swim against/with the current 逆流/顺流而游。

2）表示“思潮；潮流”，英文解释为“a particular opinion or feeling that a group of people have”

predominantly /prɪˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt.li/ 表示“占主导地位地；占绝大多数地；显着地”，英文解释为“mostly or mainly”如：a predominantly Muslim community 穆斯林占绝大多数的社区，举个🌰：She is predominantly a dancer, but she also sings. 她主要是跳舞，但也唱歌。

symbolize /ˈsɪm.bəl.aɪz/ 表示“象征，代表”，英文解释为“to represent something”举个🌰：The lighting of the Olympic torch symbolizes peace and friendship among the nations of the world. 点燃奥林匹克火炬象征着世界各国人民的和平与友谊。

Swift's ascent also highlights a significant gap in the landscape of women's power – the realm of politics and policy. This year's top listees, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (#1), European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde (#2), U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris (#3), and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (#4), exemplify women's influence in spaces historically dominated by men, and are pivotal in shaping economic policies and legislative frameworks. However, these leaders highlight the exception rather than the rule.

斯威夫特的崛起也突显了女性权力格局——政治和政策领域——的重大差距。今年的榜单，欧盟委员会主席乌尔苏拉·冯德莱恩（Ursula von der Leyen，排名第1）、欧洲央行行长克里斯蒂娜·拉加德（Christine Lagarde，排名第2）、美国副总统卡玛拉·哈里斯（Kamala Harris，排名第3）以及意大利总理焦尔吉娅·梅洛尼（排名第4），她们体现了女性在历来由男性主导的领域中的影响力，在制定经济政策和立法架构方面发挥了关键作用。然而，这些领导者更多代表了例外情况，而非普遍现象。

ascent /əˈsent/ 1）表示“上升；攀登”，英文解释为“the act of climbing or moving upwards”举个🌰：She made her first successful ascent of Everest last year. 她去年第一次成功攀登了珠穆朗玛峰。

2）表示“腾达；成功；高升”，英文解释为“the fact of starting to become successful”举个🌰：His ascent to power was rapid and unexpected. 他出人意料地平步青云。

exemplify /ɪɡˈzem.plɪ.faɪ/ 表示“作为…的典范（或范例、典型、榜样等）；举例说明”，英文解释为“to be or give a typical example of something”举个🌰：This painting perfectly exemplifies the naturalistic style which was so popular at the time. 这幅油画是那个时期风靡一时的自然主义风格的完美典范。

dominate /ˈdɒm.ɪ.neɪt/ 表示“占支配地位；占主导地位；拥有优势；最明显的”，英文解释为“To dominate a situation means to be the most powerful or important person or thing in it.”举个🌰：The book is expected to dominate the best-seller lists. 这本书预期将居畅销书榜首。

pivotal /ˈpɪvətəl/表示“关键的；核心的”，英文解释为“A pivotal role, point, or figure in something is one that is very important and affects the success of that thing.”如：a pivotal role in European affairs 在欧洲事务中的关键作用。

legislative /ˈledʒ.ɪ.slə.tɪv/ 表示“法律的;立法的”，英文解释为“relating to laws or the making of laws”举个🌰：The European Parliament will have greater legislative powers (= ability to make laws). 欧洲议会将获得更大的立法权。

This marked scarcity of women in top political roles sharply contrasts previous years. A decade ago, five women were leading nations within the top 25 global economies, but today, this number has dwindled to just one. Only 13 of the 193 United Nations member states today are led by female heads of government. Despite a positive increase in women's representation across various levels of political and policy spheres, the decline in the number of women holding top political roles is particularly notable during this time of global crisis.

女性担任高层政治职务的明显稀缺与前几年形成了鲜明对比。十年前，全球25大经济体中，有五位女性担任领导者，但如今，这一数字已减少到只有一位。在193个联合国成员国中，目前只有13个国家政府首脑是女性。尽管各级政治和政策领域的女性代表人数呈积极增长态势，但在全球危机期间，担任高层政治职务的女性人数下降尤为明显。

scarcity /ˈskeə.sə.ti/ 表示“缺乏；不足；短缺”，英文解释为“a situation in which something is not easy to find or get”如：the scarcity of skilled workers 缺乏熟练工人。

📍《经济学人》（The Economist）一篇讲述比特币的文章中提到：Scarcity is a trait of many things that are perceived to have value. 稀缺性正是许多被视为有价值的事物共有的特征。

dwindle /ˈdwɪndəl/表示“逐渐减少，缩小，变小”（to gradually become less and less or smaller and smaller）举个🌰：The factory's workforce has dwindled from over 1,000 to a few hundred. 该厂的工人总数已从1000多减少到了几百人。

表示降低，减少的词经常出现，比如：

📍fall表示“（水平、数量、价格等，尤指较大幅度地）下跌，下降，降低”（to go down to a lower level, amount, price etc, especially a much lower one）

📍slide表示“（价格等）下滑，下跌”（if prices, amounts, rates etc slide, they become lower）

📍diminish表示“（使）减少，（使）减小”（to become or make something become smaller or less）

📍dip表示“降低，减少”，英文解释为“if an amount or level dips, it becomes less, usually for just a short time”，如：Profits dipped slightly last year. 去年利润略有降低。

This decline is further complicated by the precarious nature of political power: on this year's list, five key leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and Kamala Harris, face reelection challenges. What's more, Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand, Sanna Marin of Finland, and Nicola Sturgeon of Scotland all departed their positions earlier this year.

政治权力的不稳定性进一步加剧了这种下降趋势：在今年的榜单上，包括乌尔苏拉·冯德莱恩和卡玛拉·哈里斯在内的五位关键领导者面临着连任挑战。此外，新西兰的杰辛达·阿德恩（Jacinda Ardern）、芬兰的桑娜·马林（Sanna Marin）和苏格兰的妮古拉·斯特金（Nicola Sturgeon）今年早些时候都已离任。

precarious /prɪˈkeə.ri.əs/ 1）表示“危险的；不牢靠的，不稳的”，英文解释为“in a dangerous state because of not being safe or not being held in place firmly”举个🌰：The lorry was lodged in a very precarious way, with its front wheels hanging over the cliff. 卡车的位置很危险，前轮悬在峭壁上面。

2）表示“（情势）不稳定的，不确定的，危险的”，英文解释为“A precarious situation is likely to get worse.”

With the world embroiled in crises from every angle, the critical need for more women at the highest levels of policymaking transcends the goal of equity; it's about harnessing a breadth of perspectives and skills essential to addressing the complex challenges of our time. At this pivotal moment in history, when the call for innovative leadership has never been louder, the narrative of our times could be markedly different if shaped by the inclusive, transformative leadership that women offer.

在全球面临各种危机的当下，更多女性参与到决策最高层不仅是为了实现平等的目标，更是为了利用广泛的视角和技能，来应对我们这个时代的复杂挑战。在这个历史关键时刻，创新领导力的呼声空前高涨，如果我们的时代故事是由女性带来的包容性和变革性领导力所塑造，那么情况可能会大为不同。

be embroiled in表示“使卷入（纠纷）；使陷入（困境）；使纠缠于”，英文解释为“to involve sb/yourself in an argument or a difficult situation”举个🌰：He became embroiled in a dispute with his neighbours. 他与邻居们发生了争执。

harness /ˈhɑː.nəs/作动词，表示“控制，利用（以产生能量等）”，英文解释为“to control and use the force or strength of sth to produce power or to achieve sth”举个🌰：We must harness the skill and creativity of our workforce. 我们必须尽量发挥全体职工的技能和创造力。

🎬《复仇者联盟2：奥创纪元》（Avengers: Age of Ultron）中提到的：If we can harness this power, ...如果我们能够驾驭这种能量，

🎬《奇异博士》（Doctor Strange）中提到的：We harness energy...我们收集/汲取能量，

表示“（思考问题的）角度，观点，想法”，英文解释为“a particular way of considering something”举个🌰：Her attitude lends a fresh perspective to the subject. 她的态度为这一问题提供了新的视角。

1）表示“故事；叙事”，英文解释为“A narrative is a story or an account of a series of events.”如：a fast-moving narrative 一个快节奏的叙事。

2）表示“（对事件的特定的）陈述”，英文解释为“a particular way of explaining or understanding events”。

表示“兼收并蓄；包容的；包容广阔的，范围广泛的”，英文解释为“If you describe a group or organization as inclusive, you mean that it allows all kinds of people to belong to it, rather than just one kind of person.”举个🌰：The academy is far more inclusive now than it used to be. 该学院如今比过去更为兼收并蓄。

📍gender-inclusive“性别中立，不分性别”。

transformative /trænsˈfɔː.mə.tɪv/ 表示“彻底改观的，使大变样的；有改造能力的”，英文解释为“causing a major change to something or someone, especially in a way that makes it or them better”如：the transformative power of art 颠覆性的艺术力量。

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield (#75) echoed this sentiment in an interview in September, stressing that compassion and understanding are essential to effective diplomacy. "You have to listen to people, whether you agree or disagree with them or not,” Thomas-Greenfield told Forbes. “You also have to be kind. Kindness is the most effective weapon that you can have."

美国常驻联合国代表琳达·托马斯-格林菲尔德（Linda Thomas-Greenfield，排名第75）在9月接受采访时也表达了同样的观点，她强调同情和理解是有效外交的关键。“无论你是否同意他们的观点，都必须倾听他人的意见，”托马斯-格林菲尔德在接受《福布斯》采访时表示。“你还必须要友善。友善是你能拥有的最有效武器。”

作动词，表示“重复，附和；使产生似曾相识的感觉”，英文解释为“If you echo someone's words, you repeat them or express agreement with their attitude or opinion.”举个🌰：Their views often echo each other. 他们的见解常常彼此附和。

作名词，1）表示“回声，回音，回响”，英文解释为“a sound that is heard after it has been reflected off a surface such as a wall or a cliff”举个🌰：The echoes of his scream sounded in the cave for several seconds. 他的尖叫声在洞中回荡了好几秒钟。

2）表示“十分相似的东西；如出一辙的事物；仿效”，英文解释为“a detail that is similar to and makes you remember something else”举个🌰：There are echoes of Mozart in her first piano compositions. 她最早创作的钢琴曲有些地方模仿了莫扎特。

表示“观点；意见；看法；情绪”，英文解释为“a thought, opinion, or idea based on a feeling about a situation, or a way of thinking about something”举个🌰：I don't think she shares my sentiments. 我认为她不同意我的观点。

compassion /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/ 表示“同情，怜悯，恻隐之心”，英文解释为“a strong feeling of sympathy for people who are suffering and a desire to help them”。

Female power today stands at a pivotal crossroads characterized by stark contrast and unrealized promise. The key to progress lies in a balance of both hard and soft power, unlocking the full potential of women's leadership. This need has never been more evident, nor more urgent. It is a need that we must heed to create a more resilient, just world.

今天，女性权力正处于一个充满鲜明对比和未实现承诺的的关键十字路口。进步的关键在于硬实力和软实力的平衡，释放女性领导力的全部潜能。这一需求从未如此明显，也从未如此迫切。我们必须重视这一需求，以创造一个更有韧性、更公正的世界。

1）表示“（对比）明显的，鲜明的”，英文解释为“If two things are in stark contrast to one another, they are very different from each other in a way that is very obvious.”如：stark differences 鲜明的区别，举个🌰：The good weather was in stark contrast to the storms of previous weeks. 这时的好天气和前几个星期的暴风雨形成鲜明的对比。

2）表示“严酷的；赤裸裸的；真实而无法回避的”，英文解释为“unpleasant; real, and impossible to avoid”。

表示“发掘（潜力）；揭开（秘密）”，英文解释为“If you unlock the potential or the secrets of something or someone, you release them.”举个🌰：A chemical has been discovered that may be the key to unlocking the mysteries of Parkinson's disease. 已发现一种化学物质，这可能是解开帕金森氏病之谜的钥匙。

resilient /rɪˈzɪl.jənt/ 表示“有弹性的；能复原的；有复原力的；适应性强的”，英文解释为“able to quickly return to a previous good condition”举个🌰：She's a resilient girl - she won't be unhappy for long. 她是个适应力很强的女孩儿——她不会长时间沉浸于悲伤之中的。

just作形容词，表示“公正的；正义的；正当的；合理的”，英文解释为“that most people consider to be morally fair and reasonable”，如：a just decision/law/society 公正的决定/法律/社会，举个🌰：The judge's sentence was perfectly just in the circumstances. 在这种情况下，法官的判决非常公正。

补充：

📍get your just deserts表示“罪有应得”，英文解释为“If you get your just deserts, something bad happens to you that you deserve because of something bad you have done.”

对比：

📍 equitable表示“公平合理的；公正的”，英文解释为“fair and reasonable; treating everyone in an equal way”

📍 fair表示“公平的；公正的”，英文解释为“Something or someone that is fair is reasonable, right, and just.”

📍 impartial表示“公正的；不偏不倚的；中立的”，英文解释为“Someone who is impartial is not directly involved in a particular situation, and is therefore able to give a fair opinion or decision about it.”如：an impartial inquiry 公正的调查。

📍 unbiased表示“无偏见的；公正的”，英文解释为“If you describe someone or something as unbiased, you mean they are fair and not likely to support one particular person or group involved in something.”如：unbiased advice 客观的忠告。

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