instinct
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/ˈɪnstɪŋkt/
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/ˈɪnstɪŋkt/
A natural way of acting or knowing that you are born with, not learned.
Her instinct told her to protect the child from danger.
她的本能告诉她保护孩子免受危险。
A strong feeling that something is true or right, without needing proof.
His instinct warned him that the deal was not safe.
他的直觉警告他这笔交易不安全。