probation
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/prəʊˈbeɪʃn/
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/prəˈbeɪʃn/
A period when someone who did something wrong doesn't go to jail but has to follow certain rules and meet regularly with a special officer.
Sarah's on probation, so she meets her probation officer every week.
莎拉正在接受缓刑,所以她每周都要见她的缓刑官。
A trial period at a new job to see if you're fit for the position.
Jake is on probation at his new job until they decide if he's a good fit.
杰克在新工作中处于试用期,直到他们决定他是否适合这个职位。
A time when a student must get better at their studies or behavior to avoid getting into trouble.
After failing his exams, Mark was put on probation and needs to improve his grades.
考试不及格后,马克被处以试用期,并需要提高他的成绩。