单词 | repetitive |
释义 | repetitive (rɪpetɪtɪv ) 1. adjective Something that is repetitive involves actions or elements that are repeated many times and is therefore boring. [disapproval] ...factory workers who do repetitive jobs. Suddenly music that seemed dull and repetitive comes alive. Synonyms: monotonous, boring, dull, mechanical 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] Repetitive movements or sounds are repeated many times. ...problems that occur as the result of repetitive movements. Collocations: repetitive behaviour Many of us have issues with social communication and rigid or repetitive behaviour at certain points in our lives. Times,Sunday Times You also perceive a lack of warmth in the relationship and then cite his 'strange repetitive behaviour' after a visit. Times, Sunday Times A similar proportion did not realise that compulsive or repetitive behaviour could be a symptom. Times, Sunday Times They develop sores from repetitive behaviour and poor hygiene. The Sun They may prefer repetitive behaviour and routines, which can be difficult to change, and be over or under-sensitive to sensory inputs such as sounds and smells. Times, Sunday Times The repetitive movement of my hook seemed to counteract the rambunctious state of my heart. Christianity Today The best designs have seams and zips that don't irritate the skin or interfere with chest hair on repetitive movement. Times, Sunday Times Restricting wrist motion eliminates the repetitive movement and tension overload in the carpal tunnel. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 They might spin plates or doing excessive and very repetitive movement including jumping on a trampoline for hours. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 They are also useful for researching repetitive movement disorders. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The repetitive routine these schedules have year after year. Times, Sunday Times This — and the repetitive routine of run, fight, run — can be tiresome. Times, Sunday Times Many baseball players -- batters, pitchers, and fielders alike -- perform elaborate, repetitive routines prior to pitches and at bats due to superstition. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The first episode makes it clear that this was long and often repetitive work. Times, Sunday Times (2010) This is noisy, repetitive work and we can't pay that much. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Tedious repetitive work can be a completely acceptable means to an end. Times, Sunday Times (2012) Translations: Chinese: 重复的 Japanese: 反復性の |
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