1148301 王铷斌 写作第一次作业

1 simmer 内心充满 即将爆发
As tension simmer in the Crimea, Russia alarmed some observes by announcing surprise military exercises Wednesday in its western and central areas.
If a conflict simmers, it does not actually happen for a period of time, but eventually build up to the point where it does.
2 sharp 急剧的 敏捷的 强烈的
The United States was keeping a sharp eye on Russia in light of its recent moves.
The road declines sharp at this point.
3 transparent 透明的 显然的 坦率的
I expect Russia to be transparent about these activities.
They want to see their business done in an open and transparent way
4 scrawny 骨瘦如柴的
 I am going to wring its scrawny neck.
 Suddenly, from nowhere, two scrawny young cadres step out from behind the bushes, pointing their rifles at us.
5 backlash 反冲 强烈抵制
That could promote a violent backlash if rising expectations for material success are not met.
It is a dangerous game for the politicians and I think it could backlash.