| 单词 | climb |
| 释义 | climb (klaɪm ) Word forms: climbs , climbing , climbed 1. verb A2 If you climb something such as a tree, mountain, or ladder, or climb up it, you move towards the top of it. If you climb down it, you move towards the bottom of it. Climbing the first hill took half an hour. [VERB noun] He picked up his suitcase and climbed the stairs. [VERB noun] I told her about him climbing up the drainpipe. [V + up] Kelly climbed down the ladder into the water. [V + down] Children love to climb. [VERB] Synonyms: ascend, scale, mount, go up Climb is also a noun. ...an hour's leisurely climb through olive groves and vineyards. 2. verb B2 If you climb somewhere, you move there carefully, for example because you are moving into a small space or trying to avoid falling. The girls hurried outside, climbed into the car, and drove off. [VERB preposition/adverb] He must have climbed out of his cot. [VERB preposition/adverb] He climbed down from the cab. [VERB preposition/adverb] Synonyms: clamber, descend, scramble, dismount 3. verb B2 When something such as an aeroplane climbs, it moves upwards to a higher position. When the sun climbs, it moves higher in the sky. The plane continued to climb until it reached its cruising altitude. [VERB] 4. verb When something climbs, it increases in value or amount. The nation's unemployment rate has been climbing steadily since last June. [VERB] Prices have climbed by 21% since the beginning of the year. [VERB + by] The FA Cup Final's audience climbed to 12.3 million. [V + to/from] Jaguar shares climbed 43 pence to 510 pence. [VERB amount] Synonyms: increase, rise, mount, go up 5. See also climbing 6. a mountain to climb phrase If you say that someone has a mountain to climb, you mean that it will be difficult for them to achieve what they want to achieve. [journalism] 'We had a mountain to climb after the second goal went in,' said Crosby. Phrasal verbs: climb down phrasal verb If you climb down in an argument or dispute, you admit that you are wrong, or change your intentions or demands. If Lafontaine is forced to climb down, he may wish to reconsider his position. [VERB PARTICLE] He has climbed down on pledges to reduce capital gains tax. [V P + on/over] Idioms: climb the walls to feel very frustrated, nervous, or anxious I'm climbing the walls now because I have not got a job. I have been searching hard for six months without success. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers a mountain to climb [mainly British] something that will be difficult to achieve We nearly beat Warrington in the Cup last season and although it's a mountain to climb, we can do it. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers Collocations: climb a fence Water cannons dispersed protesters, many of whom were preparing to climb the fence using makeshift ladders. Times,Sunday Times I climb the fence and walk across the nature reserve. Times, Sunday Times I feigned to climb the fence, tricking the phalanx of the flock into vacating its station by the gate. Times, Sunday Times Again they were turned back by police - this time before they had even been able to climb the fence. Times, Sunday Times We climb the fence and weave our way down through the mesh of interwoven boughs towards the train line. Times, Sunday Times The pair were making their third attempt to climb the peak in winter without oxygen or sherpas. Times, Sunday Times There have been no known attempts to climb this peak. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The roads hug the sea and climb the peaks in a succession of hairpin bends with crash barriers. The Sun They climbed the peak from the southwest in alpine style, doing much of the climbing at night to avoid danger from falling rock and ice. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He has a cheerful personality, but can also become serious when climbing the peak. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The men climb a ridge where they see a battle taking place below. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 After crossing the creek, the road climbs the ridge and continues northbound. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The trek began with a struggle up the steep ridge late in the afternoon, with signal wire being reeled out as the platoon climbed the ridge. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A huge crowd gathered to watch a man climb the roof of the church and wrap his arms and legs around the weathervane. Christianity Today At 12 - and probably before that - he climbed the roof of our house. Times, Sunday Times But they may be climbing the roof. Times,Sunday Times Since then, the house owners can only enter their home through climbing the roofs or through holes in the wall. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In circuit training, we were told to crawl under a wooden bench, leap up and climb a rope. Times,Sunday Times Can she still climb a rope without using her legs, as she did when you first met? The Sun No one else could climb the rope. Christianity Today Need to climb a rope in a hurry? Times, Sunday Times She makes me feel kinda funny, like when we used to climb the rope in gym class. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 That one could climb this route without resorting to direct aid was impressive. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Her aim was to free climb the route. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 There will always be climbers who climb the route differently from how the setter has planned climb it when he/she set it. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Three climbing routes no longer exist. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The prefecture urged climbers to take the 'greatest vigilance' after a number of significant rockfalls near the main climbing route in the past days. Times, Sunday Times From the main gallery, with its oak floor, you climb a staircase to the mezzanine level. Times, Sunday Times Climb the staircase and you will find six bedrooms. Times, Sunday Times You climb the staircase, and inside the canteen you look at the wall. Times, Sunday Times To see the restored felucca, the visitor must climb a staircase leading to the second floor. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Teams would receive their next clue by answering correctly; if they answered incorrectly, they had to climb the staircase again. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Climb the tower for a vantage point over the battlefields, then visit the orange-lit gallery and chapel. Times, Sunday Times Add seven euros (6.10) to climb the tower. The Sun The waist of the tower contains a 180 m open-air skywalk where visitors can physically climb the tower. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Visitors were invited to climb the tower and enjoy the view. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Accompanied by the volunteer, visitors may climb the tower, and go inside the original keeper's quarters, built in 1894. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It's a rite of passage to climb a tree. Times, Sunday Times Do not try to climb a tree - bears can climb ? Times, Sunday Times Research also showed that more eight to 15-year-olds can send an email or download music than can climb a tree or star spot. The Sun If you can climb a tree or hill to orientate yourself or to see a town or camp, do so. The Sun She might occasionally climb a tree, but only if she thinks that there might be food at the top. Times, Sunday Times They needed scaling ladders to climb the walls. Christianity Today (2000) She will be climbing the walls with hunger. The Sun (2011) Paparazzi photographers took the pictures after climbing a wall. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Graduates start on 28,000 to 34,000, but wages climb fast. Times, Sunday Times It's closing in on 1 billion hungry and climbing fast. Houston Chronicle Prices have since climbed fast. Times,Sunday Times From 2004 to early 2007, rental yields were eroded and positive cash flow property investments disappeared as house values climbed faster than rents. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He can slide down faster by holding only one vine, or climb faster by holding two. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 There appeared to be a success curve that was climbing gradually upwards. Times, Sunday Times (2015) However, officers from ethnic minorities are gradually climbing the promotion ladder. Times, Sunday Times (2006) In an hour gradually climbing uphill we had covered 5km and rewarded our toil with coffee in a Hütte at the top of a valley. Times, Sunday Times (2008) It has the access codes to our cells, which means that it can climb inside them. The Sun Climb inside the cabinet and stick your head through into the emptied telly. Times, Sunday Times We can't go to the cupboard to get our wellies without her flying in the way to climb inside them and hide. The Sun I can't resist heading to the flight deck, where you can climb inside old fighter jets and choppers. The Sun Climb inside a dot and shut the door. Times,Sunday Times If interest rates climb quickly, some could go to the wall. Times, Sunday Times The numbers and claims climb quickly higher. Times, Sunday Times This role requires an aircraft that can climb quickly at low speed. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It climbs quickly and well, but in a curious clumsy fashion, as neither its tail nor hands and feet are really prehensile. Times,Sunday Times Then she pulls all the money from his tip jar and climbs quickly out of the vehicle. Times, Sunday Times Her approval ratings climb rapidly due to her looks, personality and the brainwashing effects. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The flying boat would provide the long range while the fighter would be able to climb rapidly to engage the enemy. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Mountaineering disease and pulmonary edema are most common in those who climb rapidly to a high altitude. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The exigencies of the postwar period caused the state debt to climb rapidly. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The airliner nevertheless climbed rapidly before disappearing off radar, for reasons yet to be determined. Times, Sunday Times The road beneath our wheels begins to climb sharply, leaving behind grass-filled valleys, tiny villages and stone barns and giving way to bracken-capped limestone hills. Times, Sunday Times Soon afterwards, look for a footpath on the right and climb sharply out of the valley, weaving beside the beech woods. Times, Sunday Times The rules have been introduced to ensure landlords do not get into mortgage payment difficulties if interest rates were to climb sharply or if a landlord's income fell sharply. Times, Sunday Times Plastics use has climbed sharply, despite recycling efforts. canada.com As he says this the pylons flash by on either side of the canopy and suddenly we're climbing sharply in a massive loop. Times, Sunday Times Arsenal had a foothold and, from there, were able to climb slowly from their pit. Times, Sunday Times As we climb slowly up a hot and humid path, birds of all varieties flutter past, some darting into the emerald-green undergrowth. Times, Sunday Times Shortly thereafter, engine three restarted, allowing him to climb slowly. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 At sea level the aircraft would climb slowly, at a rate of 350 feet per minute. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He climbed slowly to his feet, and was applauded all the way to the touchline, and even more loudly when he came back on. Times, Sunday Times Sales have been climbing steadily since then. Times, Sunday Times (2010) They walked the horses, climbing steadily through the pine on a sandy track through the forest. THE COMPANY OF STRANGERS (2002) That track merged with the streambed below me, climbing steadily until it joined the main track on which I was walking. HIGH STAND (2001) Cross the granite clapper bridge and go through a gate, climbing steeply up the other side to reach another gate. Times, Sunday Times (2017) Without action, the death toll is predicted to climb steeply. Times, Sunday Times (2016) At first the ground rose in a series of low foothills, then it climbed steeply. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Visitors can again climb the 250 steps to the top. The Sun (2019) I cross the road and climb the steps towards a plaza. Times,Sunday Times (2020) If it's fresh air and high ground you're after, climb the many steps of the Great Tower and you'll be rewarded with some wonderful views of Dover which won't be forgotten in a hurry. The Sun (2011) They have already climbed the ladder once and want to get back on it. Times, Sunday Times (2017) At the appointed time they would climb the ladder from the main submarine up into the DDS (dry deck shelter). NIMITZ CLASS (1997) Still in shorts and trainers, I climb the ladder and open the hatch. Times, Sunday Times (2016) The good, the bad and the indifferent all climb the ladder at much the same pace. Times, Sunday Times (2011) You used to have to climb the ladder slowly. The Sun (2014) He worked in sales and marketing before climbing the ranks, and earned 3.9m in 2014. Times, Sunday Times I look young for my age, which isn't ideal when you're trying to climb the ranks in the office. The Sun As one of the party's few graduates from the protectorate, he climbed the ranks rapidly. Times, Sunday Times What chance of their climbing the ranks and knocking the 'magic circle' off its perch? Times, Sunday Times All new paying members would begin as deckhands and, as they gained trust, would climb the ranks to navigator and seaman and ultimately ship's surgeon. Times, Sunday Times The exoskeleton suit enables people with lower-limb paralysis to stand, walk and climb stairs through motion sensors and an on-board computer system. Times, Sunday Times (2016) He came down to the reception room to meet her, and, far less agilely than Alex, climbed the stairs after her to his office. THE AMBASSADOR'S WOMEN All of them babble away, telling you their stories, as you climb the stairs and examine the rooms. Times, Sunday Times (2014) The motor car takes us to the shops where lifts and escalators save us climbing stairs. Banish Headaches -how to obtain fast, drug-free relief from headache (1990) He chuckled nervously to himself then extinguished the match and slowly climbed the stairs to the fire door that led on to the second floor. THE DEVIL'S DOOR (2002) I climb trees to keep fit and go rock climbing. The Sun Long gone are the days when they could merrily climb trees, play in the sandpit, hunt for conkers, just run about in the fields. The Sun Based at a sheep station, she would hike with a long ladder on her shoulder to climb trees. Times, Sunday Times She describes her look as 'stuff to climb trees in', admitting that she can't wear heels for longer than an hour. Times, Sunday Times They're smaller, very agile, and they climb trees. Times, Sunday Times Engineers and technicians, some in climbing gear, are putting the final touches to the steeland-glass structure. Times, Sunday Times In suits and climbing gear, we were attached to a rail leading over the roof and began our ascent on the springy surface. The Sun But before 11am five officers with climbing gear scaled the scaffolding, while bailiffs began to take enforcement action. Times, Sunday Times Video footage showed officers in climbing gear trying to secure the roof. Times, Sunday Times Specialist police in climbing gear covered the rocky cliffs yesterday as volunteers conceded that they had covered much of the accessible ground. Times, Sunday Times Mountaineering experts called for the 3.95 book to be withdrawn from sale because, they said, it gave a 'false representation' of a difficult climb. Times, Sunday Times This became an increasingly difficult climb: at one stage they had to traverse a near vertical rock face before reaching the summit. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 While mostly on boardwalk and stairways, this can be a difficult climb. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 After six days of slow, difficult climbing the weather had closed in. Times, Sunday Times And, if that sounds a little too much like hard work, there are plenty of mule-assisted treks to help with the difficult climbs and curves. Times, Sunday Times Previously, this mountain was popular for its easy climb. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The gentle ascent makes for an easy climb from the east with less danger from avalanche than on many other fourteeners. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The easy climbs, gentle single-track descents and short stretches of elevated boardwalks provide huge thrills with only a slight risk of spills. Times, Sunday Times Benches along the trail allow for an easier climb out. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Less exists to distinguish it from climbing, with many easy climbs sometimes referred to as difficult scrambles. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Reaching for it on the final climb, he squeezed into his mouth the contents of a post-ride leg moisturiser. Times,Sunday Times Two pairs of climbers were named for the final climb. The Sun On the final climb there were only 30 riders in the hunt for the stage win. Times, Sunday Times The uphill trek out was tough and after an arduous six hours the final climb was in sight. The Sun It tells us that we are about to embark on that final climb to 7,500ft on the most remote part of the course. Times,Sunday Times What a great place for a (peaceful) rest after the hard climb. Times, Sunday Times His fans respect the hard climb from the streets and many still revere the bling lifestyle that he celebrates. Times, Sunday Times It was a hard climb, after the six hours we'd done the day before, but we had the most amazing summit, with unbelievable views - everyone was crying. Times, Sunday Times Each climb was categorized, either first, second, third, or fourth category, with more points available for the harder climbs. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 At the time it was graded 32 and was the hardest climb in the world, setting a new benchmark for difficulty. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 After a long climb, you are high on endorphins and that heightens your sense of appreciation of the surroundings. Times, Sunday Times The following day, he turned up to ride as usual and started the long climb to the top. Times, Sunday Times And the worst was to know that he was merely in the foothills of a long climb. Times, Sunday Times It will then have to take ownership of its wages, taxation and retirement policies and start the long climb out of its unhappy situation. Times, Sunday Times No one can yet know when the world economy will reach its low point and begin what may be a long climb to recovery. Times, Sunday Times We charged on, up a short climb, before hurtling down the far side into a tight left turn. Times, Sunday Times Although only a short climb of 1.9km, it was enough to break up the peloton. Times, Sunday Times A short climb through the castle brings me to the other side of these windows - and stupendous views over the surrounding mountains. Times, Sunday Times Follow the coastline, then make the short climb through pine woods. Times, Sunday Times This left only a short climb to the level of the crypt at 162 m. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He's been running every day, he says, long distance, intervals, as part of the long, slow climb back to fitness. Times, Sunday Times It will take six months to complete its decline, and will remain faint for a year before beginning its slow climb to its normal brightness. Times, Sunday Times And the slow climb back, brick by brick, towards victory. Times, Sunday Times It's been a slow climb, though. Times, Sunday Times I make the slow climb up to sit by the cannons at the top of the fortress, passing boutiques and restaurants tucked into the jumble of houses. Times, Sunday Times You have the talent, now you can add the hard work and start your climb into the success zone. The Sun The hefty cash prize gave her the leg-up she needed to start the climb out of rackety bohemia. Times, Sunday Times They did this slowly and carefully and started the climb up the dusty gradient to their correct location. The Sun It has been a steady climb, but so consistent has he become that dislodging him will not be easy. Times, Sunday Times Making useful political contacts along the way, he began a steady climb through financial and civil service institutions. Times, Sunday Times His graph shows a steady climb and ends with the most positive scores registered in the exercise. Times, Sunday Times Oil has been on a steady climb, and for consumers, it hasn't been a fun ride. Houston Chronicle His strong, steady climb was good for the stage win. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The paths are often very rocky so strong boots are advisable but there are no steep climbs. A Guide to Britain's Conservation Heritage (1991) This showed the passengers laughing and shouting as the helicopter performed steep climbs and dives and swooped low over trees. Times, Sunday Times (2009) Then you make the steep climb up to the castle. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Newtown Road swings left around a covered reservoir and becomes a stiff climb. Times, Sunday Times (2007) It's a stiff climb afterwards and a stony lane home. Times, Sunday Times (2010) A stiff climb to the ridge once more, and we followed the ill-waymarked but lovely Limestone Way path across newly mown hayfields on the crest of the land, with a wonderful breeze to cool our faces. Times, Sunday Times (2014) As the temperature climbs, gloves and jackets are stowed away. Times,Sunday Times The temperature climbs back to normal. Times, Sunday Times As the temperature climbs even higher, electrons and protons combine to form neutrons, releasing a flood of neutrinos. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A few minutes later, the temperature climbs to above the freezing mark. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It's a tough climb, given the worst economic conditions since the 1930s. Times, Sunday Times It was a tough climb to reach the eerie tors on top of the moor. Times, Sunday Times This quiet route has a moderately tough climb on to a raised escarpment. Times, Sunday Times Wake, an experienced mountaineer, leads a tough climb through snow and ice, exhausting himself in the process. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was a memorable, tough climb, with several expeditions getting together for the summit push. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 You will have days, months, and maybe even years when it feels like an uphill climb to love and honor each other. Christianity Today Without it we'd have had an uphill climb. The Sun We have one flat gallop over five furlongs and an uphill climb of around two furlongs. Times, Sunday Times Make sure you build up enough speed to face the equally steep uphill climb that awaits. Times, Sunday Times We face an uphill climb, because the first guys to jump ship in my denomination were our creative, entrepreneurial young pastors and leaders, the guys most inclined toward missional vision. Christianity Today Visitors climb a narrow staircase to a small attic room with a skylight and a single chair. Times, Sunday Times Normally they let visitors climb the massive structure to look closer. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Only 20 percent of visitors climb to the top of the tree; most make it only part of the way before turning back. 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