exploit
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/ɪkˈsplɔɪt/
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/ɪkˈsplɔɪt/
to use someone or something for your own benefit
He tried to exploit her kindness to get what he wanted.
他試圖利用她的善良來得到他想要的東西。
to treat someone unfairly for your gain
Some companies exploit workers by paying very low wages.
一些公司透過支付極低的工資來剝削工人。
to make the best use of something
We should exploit this chance to learn new skills.
我們應該利用這個機會學習新技能。
to use resources for business purposes
The company plans to exploit the oil reserves found underground.
該公司計劃開發利用地下發現的石油儲備。
a brave or exciting act
His daring exploit made him famous overnight.
他大膽的英勇事蹟讓他一夜成名。