occasion
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/əˈkeɪʒn/
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/əˈkeɪʒn/
a specific time something happens
I've met her on three different occasions.
我在三個不同的場合見過她。
a special event or celebration
This is a formal occasion, so please dress nicely.
這是一個正式場合,所以請穿著得體。
a good time for something
This party is the perfect occasion to meet new people.
這個派對是結識新朋友的絕佳機會。
a reason or cause
His speech was the occasion for much discussion.
他的演講引發了許多討論。
to cause something to happen
The news occasioned great joy among the fans.
這個消息在粉絲中引起了巨大的喜悅。