resort to

词频
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verb
R

To use a certain way of doing something, especially when it's not the best choice and you have no other options.

When the power went out, they had to resort to using candles for light.

停电的时候,他们不得不靠蜡烛来照明。

R

To depend on a certain method or way, especially when it's extreme or not a good choice.

Out of options, they resorted to asking strangers for help.

走投无路之下,他们只好向陌生人求助。

translation

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词形变化

3rd Present resorts to
Progressive resorting to
Past resorted to