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If the birds have not flown for three years, they will soar into the clouds. If they have not sung for three years, their songs will take everyone by surprise.
三年不蜚,蜚将冲天;三年不鸣,鸣将惊人。
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They reduced the odds that a predator would take us by surprise or that we'd overlook a nearby source of food.
这样一来,我们被对手突袭的机会减小了,也不会错过触手可及的食物。
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How it happens will take you completely by surprise.
这件事情的发生会让你呆若木鸡。
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The best flirtatious moments will always take you by surprise.
那精彩的瞬间总能带给你惊喜。
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But it's a deed to be reserved for a forlorn hope; I'd not take Linton by surprise with it.
但是为了一个可怜的希望,还是值得活下来——我不愿突然打击林惇。