No. 719 in Chinese
危机
A crisis or a situation of danger and opportunity.
In a sentence
经济危机可能引发很多社会问题。
The economic crisis might lead to many social issues.
In this sentence, '危机' refers to a critical economic situation or state that can trigger further complications. It demonstrates the use of '危机' to describe large-scale systemic events affecting society.
每次遇到危机，你总能冷静应对。
Every time you face a crisis, you always handle it calmly.
Here, '危机' is used to describe a personal or immediate challenge or difficult situation that requires resolution. It highlights its application in individual contexts.
公司正在努力避免预算危机。
The company is striving to avoid a budget crisis.
This usage of '危机' pertains to a specific financial or operational issue within an organization, emphasizing its adaptability to various contexts.
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