redeem
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/rɪˈdiːm/
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/rɪˈdiːm/
to make something or someone seem better
His kindness helps redeem his earlier mistakes.
他的善良有助于弥补他之前的错误。
to do something good to make up for a mistake
He worked hard to redeem himself after failing the test.
考试失败后,他努力工作以弥补自己。
to save someone from evil
Many believe faith can redeem a person from sin.
许多人相信信仰可以将人从罪恶中拯救出来。
to pay back money you owe
You must redeem your debt by next month.
你必须在下个月前偿还你的债务。
to exchange for money or goods
You can redeem this coupon for a free drink.
你可以用这张优惠券兑换一杯免费饮料。
to get back something you left as security
She went to redeem her jewelry from the pawn shop.
她去当铺赎回她的珠宝。
to keep a promise
He always works to redeem his promises to others.
他总是努力兑现对别人的承诺。