| 单词 | constant |
| 释义 | constant (kɒnstənt ) Word forms: constants 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] B2 You use constant to describe something that happens all the time or is always there. Inflation is a constant threat. He has been her constant companion for the last four months. constantly adverb [usually ADVERB with verb] B2 The direction of the wind is constantly changing. We are constantly being reminded to cut down our fat intake. Synonyms: continuously, always, all the time, invariably 2. adjective If an amount or level is constant, it stays the same over a particular period of time. The average speed of the winds remained constant. 3. countable noun A constant is a thing or value that always stays the same. In the world of fashion it sometimes seems that the only constant is ceaseless change. Two significant constants have been found in a number of research studies. Collocations: constant demand There was a constant demand for them during the first fifteen years of the present century. Vanity Fair (1837) The obligation to keep weapons systems ahead of competitors leads to a constant demand for improvement. Science, Technology, and Social Change (1988) She could not cope with the constant demand for repayments and attempted suicide. The Sun (2010) Not necessarily if you're a frontline health worker getting constant exposure. Times,Sunday Times The findings suggest that constant exposure to high levels of noise may be damaging to health. Times, Sunday Times Might constant exposure to a literal world mean that the brain remains infant-like? Times, Sunday Times Despite advances in modern medicine, and the constant exposure to 'healthy living' tips, chronic illness thrives. Times, Sunday Times Constant exposure to foreign words will make them stick. Times, Sunday Times She's had a lot of issues with confidence, self-esteem and a constant fear of being judged. The Sun But he later left the police partly because of the constant fear of bumping into people from his previous life. Times, Sunday Times I live in constant fear of a phone call from the school or the childminder, telling me that something awful has happened. Times, Sunday Times Then there's the existential threat she evokes, the constant fear of discovery, given dramatic shape by the breaking into of the warehouse below by burglars. Times, Sunday Times There's the constant fear that, at any moment, there will be a knock at the door and a loved one will be taken away. Times, Sunday Times Except that he also needs applause and constant feedback. Times, Sunday Times She says they receive constant feedback that viewers want two things: more eye contact and more talking. The Sun Constant feedback helps people learn and training needs are discussed at personal development reviews. Times, Sunday Times The teaching was excellent: thorough and rigorous, and monitored by constant feedback forms from students. Times, Sunday Times Such constant feedback about how staff are doing should enable managers to smooth performance, to help them and to create a harmonious workplace. Times, Sunday Times Is it doing the country any favours to have constant fighting within the alliance? ST It moves away from the constant fighting towards puzzle solving and the collectibles are obsessive. The Sun This was challenging terrain and constant fighting. The Sun Constant fighting between federalists and centralists gave rise to a prolonged period of instability. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Cracked ribs, melted computer disks, concussions and broken noses have come from their constant fighting. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 But then it would be great if the banks could stop the constant flow of new evidence of their past bad behaviour. Times, Sunday Times But questions are being raised as to how he can counter the constant flow of good economic news. Times, Sunday Times It’s this constant flow that makes these devices special. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 At the junction of the two tunnels was a sump to collect the constant flow of water that poured through from the hillside above. Times, Sunday Times The invention of the escalator changed everything: suddenly, a constant flow of people could ascend into the air, or descend to the depths. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Far from being sunk in unenquiring apathy, the suburbs are in constant flux. The Times Literary Supplement (2010) The warmth displayed in the opening adagio was refreshing, but the constant flux in this elusive symphony needs to sound natural, inevitable. Times, Sunday Times (2012) The constant flux of limited editions has made sneakers a multimillion-pound industry and the book explains why they have become a fashion staple. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Criminal websites were in constant flux, closing and opening. Times, Sunday Times (2011) Why the constant flux, constant struggle? Somewhere East of Life (1994) So if you have constant headache and constant dizziness, there may be other reasons. The Sun This was in addition to a pernicious bladder infection, a constant headache, double vision, and such dangerous blood levels that he required numerous transfusions. Times, Sunday Times The logistics were a constant headache. Times, Sunday Times He fought and got into trouble all the time, and was a constant headache to his neighbours. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Having to crane your neck to see things, enduring constant headaches - and then there's the logistics of going to the loo. Times, Sunday Times The constant hum of white noise has been shown to regulate brain waves and mask other noises that might otherwise wake you up. The Sun There's a constant hum of tension in her bearing and any smiles are quickly stifled. Times, Sunday Times And the constant hum of activity rubbed off in the best possible way. The Sun His work also brings to mind the constant hum of machines and electronics in modern life. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Guitar pickups reproduce this noise, which can be quite audible, sounding like a constant hum or buzz. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Should we not do the same for young people, promoting constant improvement, just as we do in business? Times, Sunday Times No chance of their ravenous appetite for constant improvement being sated. The Sun Fourteen principles of quality, the kaizen 'constant improvement' credo, a stirring company song and the most meticulous manufacturing culture on the planet were all supposed to make this impossible. Times, Sunday Times Most importantly, he has an appetite for constant improvement. Times, Sunday Times They believe profoundly in constant improvement. Times, Sunday Times The market expanded and with it the competition and the need for constant innovation. Times, Sunday Times It keeps alive customer interest in its products through constant innovation. Times, Sunday Times This, he believes, means that banks must deliver constant innovation and find new ways and means to engage customers in order to survive. Times, Sunday Times More importantly, it has secured healthy and consistent turnover growth through constant innovation, aided and abetted by clever marketing. Times, Sunday Times This involves kaizen, the philosophy of continuous improvement, and constant innovation. Times, Sunday Times Works of art and primitive carvings lurk in corners and lie on tables, the constant inspiration of the sculptor. Times, Sunday Times No contemporary settings of the songs from his plays have survived, but his words have been a constant inspiration to composers. Times, Sunday Times She was also his constant inspiration and most valued critic. Times, Sunday Times For him, failure — failure by ever-decreasing margins — was a constant inspiration. Times, Sunday Times Constant inspiration, motivation and revelation. The Sun Despite this, drivers are reluctant to adopt telematics, with many fearing constant monitoring. Times, Sunday Times (2013) He recently swallowed four radio batteries to protest against his constant monitoring and prove it did not work. The Sun (2010) Strangely enough, this constant monitoring had the opposite effect to that intended. Times, Sunday Times (2010) There also had to be an effective induction process and constant monitoring. Times, Sunday Times (2007) If it is all verging on being a technological marvel, it is also fragile and needs constant monitoring. Times, Sunday Times (2014) The basic idea seems to be constant movement, while using your arms to create a continually moving shield for your head. Times, Sunday Times A good standing desk will have a rail for your foot to encourage constant movement. Times, Sunday Times One quote neatly explains his need for constant movement, his need always to look forward. Times, Sunday Times Swift, unpredictable, constant movement that bamboozles defenders and really hard defensive work when the other side has the ball. Times, Sunday Times A friend describes their world as 'constant, constant movement'. Times, Sunday Times Why have we spawned a generation of people with a constant need for exposure? Times, Sunday Times (2009) Hunters and gatherers must be mobile because of their constant need to search for food. Macrosociology: An Introduction to Human Societies (1995) `Karl seems to find his Mediterranean interests in constant need of close, personal supervision. CORMORANT In fact, imaging shows that when we are in constant pain, the brain atrophies. Times, Sunday Times (2010) But it is not easy when you are in constant pain. Times, Sunday Times (2009) But last week a Manchester woman received 50,000 in compensation after cosmetic dentistry involving dental veneers left her in constant pain and unable to eat. Times, Sunday Times (2010) He had at least nine unnecessary procedures under general anaesthetic and was in constant pain from the surgical interventions and tubes. The Sun (2010) The burns can cause blindness, lazy eye, longterm scarring and constant pain. The Sun (2010) They were a constant presence in your life, as real as any government, any conflict. Times, Sunday Times You're doing a great job by being a loving and constant presence in your granddaughter's life. The Sun After leaving the position of music director, he was a constant presence as a guest conductor. Times, Sunday Times I am sure siblings can be infuriating, difficult and all the rest, but they are a constant presence in turbulent lives. Times, Sunday Times The fishermen and their vehicles have been a constant presence ever since. Times, Sunday Times There wasn't the constant pressure to make a joke or create farce out of a situation. Times,Sunday Times Diplomats are understood to be under constant pressure to find ways to reach the 12 billion-a-year target, which has now been enshrined in law. Times, Sunday Times Tree officers employed by local authorities are under constant pressure to remove trees to allow new housing development. Times, Sunday Times I don't think there should be this constant pressure of education. Times, Sunday Times Regulators need to keep constant pressure on them and must refuse to accept complaints that they're being unfairly untargeted. Times, Sunday Times Corporate treasurers are becoming annoyed by the behaviour of banks, their inconsistent behaviour and their constant quest for ancillary fee-based business. Times, Sunday Times Forget the constant quest to accentuate the positive and, crucially, eliminate the negative. Times, Sunday Times Anyone who still thinks that a constant quest to 'feel good' will result in inner peace should start listening now. Times, Sunday Times She doesn't see age as a barrier to success and has hit out at society's constant quest for eternal youth. The Sun From there, it was a constant quest to find an edge in almost every aspect of performance. Times, Sunday Times But the constant rain and chronic lack of sunlight has me feeling permanently tired, run-down and miserable. The Sun To score six tries in such demanding conditions, with a strong wind and constant rain, was much to the visiting team's credit. Times, Sunday Times Every day we trekked, contending with leeches, biting moths, stinging gnats and, at first, constant rain. Times, Sunday Times In the two months leading up to his visit, there had been almost constant rain in that part of the country. Times, Sunday Times He saw a giant grey-faced elephant-shrew for the first time after spending several days searching fruitlessly in constant rain. Times, Sunday Times Scenes of the police officers are peppered with baffling 'cop speak' and constant references to rules and regulations. The Sun There has been a swelling of the always adequate reasons for regarding constant references to the best league in the world as linguistic liberty taking. Times, Sunday Times Does she mind the constant references to her looks? Times, Sunday Times A shadow and a tension hang over his tale, especially as his constant references to 'mum' make clear how much she meant to him. Times, Sunday Times Received wisdom tells us that constant references to money and possessions indicates humble beginnings and deprived childhood. Times, Sunday Times This struggle to be recognized on merit is a constant refrain among this group. Globe and Mail (2003) This became a constant refrain on her part when she was under stress due to her husband's ill health. Tommy Cooper: Always Leave Them Laughing (2006) A constant refrain of health tourists is that they have been driven to it. Times, Sunday Times (2006) This hunger is a constant refrain. Times, Sunday Times (2014) The other constant refrain is a more general sense that no one seems to care any more. Times, Sunday Times (2007) It was an ugly term when it came into use, and it has not been improved by constant repetition. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Learn it by heart and say it over and over again to yourself, plant it firmly into your subconscious mind by constant repetition. POSITIVE THINKING: Everything you have always known about positive thinking but were afraid to put into practice (2001) That is the only explanation I can think of for their constant repetition of their favourite inheritance tax statistic. Times, Sunday Times (2007) In addition to its vast collection, the museum regularly has a number of exhibitions on constant rotation to suit all interests. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The constant rotation suggests the passing of time and, practically speaking, provides decent sight lines for an audience seated on all sides of the action. Times, Sunday Times This has been on constant rotation since then. Times, Sunday Times The progression allows a musician to play three chords in constant rotation – the one, four and five chords – to create a steady harmony. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This leads to a constant rotation of the swimmer. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The budget deficit explodes, as productive activity largely ceases amid consumers' constant search for staple goods. Times, Sunday Times Competition drives sport's constant search for higher standards of performance. Times, Sunday Times Professional sport means a constant search for ways of gaining advantage. Times, Sunday Times In many ways he led a restless life, caused by this constant search for the best application of this inherited wealth. Times, Sunday Times The constant search for new sounds can throw up some unlikely artists. The Sun And despite constant speculation over his future, he insisted no decision had yet been made. The Sun But the players have been distracted by the constant speculation and too many are counting the days until they have a new boss. The Sun But she must grow tired of the constant speculation about her love life. The Sun The constant speculation has filtered through to the team, with their performances making a mockery of those who tipped them as title challengers. The Sun The constant speculation, criticism and inuendo by former players and sections of the media over the past 45 years have finally taken their toll. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Researchers assessed the drivers' ability to stay in their lane at a constant speed. Times, Sunday Times If you are cycling, go for 50-60 minutes at a constant speed. Times, Sunday Times Going too fast and accelerating sharply will increase your fuel consumption, so stick to a constant speed to get up to 30 per cent more from your tank. The Sun Swiftly, however, you find an optimum balance between the power setting and traditional gears, allowing you to glide at a fairly constant speed with minimal effort. Times, Sunday Times Don't fly at water like a rally driver - enter steadily, keep a constant speed, ideally having waited until oncoming traffic has passed to avoid their bow waves. Times, Sunday Times I love giddiness and chaos, noise and constant stimulation. Times,Sunday Times I'm very energised by constant stimulation from beautiful homes, interesting people. Times, Sunday Times Constant stimulation of the metabolism can increase your base metabolic rate — in theory. Times, Sunday Times Density adds to the three main environmental stresses - noise, lack of light and air pollution - so there may also be a price to pay for constant stimulation. Times, Sunday Times He writes about a barrier that must protect the individual from this constant stimulation in order to keep one sane. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 We were also subjected to a constant stream of what would today be called physical abuse. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Today there is a constant stream of visitors. Times, Sunday Times (2012) Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor is on. Times, Sunday Times (2006) And a constant stream of injured protesters were brought into makeshift clinics. The Sun (2011) Constant stress will also push up levels of the action hormones adrenaline and cortisol. The Sun There's been constant stress, sleepless nights. Times, Sunday Times It was a constant stress. The Sun It was constant stress and hassle. The Sun Although oxytocin often follows high levels of stress in order to regulate our mood, those who undergo constant stress experience a diminished ability to create and release oxytocin. Christianity Today He was doubly incontinent, had no concept of danger and required constant supervision. Times, Sunday Times I was horrified: daily combing sessions, chemicals, constant supervision - and she still had a headful. Times, Sunday Times Too often they are incapable of operating in teams, unable to communicate effectively and in need of constant supervision. The Sun Constant supervision by teaching staff insures that the lab remains a safe environment. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In order to avoid the use of restraints some patients may require constant supervision. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Perfect for the advanced solver in need of a constant supply of ultra-difficult puzzles. Times, Sunday Times There were two 'rooms', a bracken mattress and a constant supply of water through a fissure in the ceiling. Times, Sunday Times They have been working seven days a week to keep the constant supply of medical equipment so the hospital can run as best they can. The Sun Since the pump was sealed and the contaminated water pumped out, there has been a constant supply of clean water. Times, Sunday Times The market for homes requires a constant supply of new buyers to keep it running smoothly. Times, Sunday Times The report accepts the benefit of cameras, but says that 'staff should be allowed some respite from constant surveillance'. Times, Sunday Times The towing hawsers also had to be kept under constant surveillance. Times, Sunday Times Windows onto the corridor make sure you're under constant surveillance. The Sun The released prisoners will be under constant vigilance and constant surveillance. Times, Sunday Times She maintained her 'constant surveillance' for nearly eight weeks. Times, Sunday Times The internet and social media put us all under constant temptation. The Sun It's a constant temptation, and must be resisted. Times, Sunday Times Many head teachers agree and brand them a distraction that leaves pupils exposed to anonymous bullying, threats and harassment, and the constant temptation to check social media. Times, Sunday Times Everyone's resolve to eat well crumbles in the face of constant temptation. Times, Sunday Times On reflection, he mused, the thing he struggled with most about life at the top of a public company was the constant temptation to tell fibs. Times, Sunday Times But it was also a relief to have my own space and not to have to deal with the constant tension between us. Times, Sunday Times People and study are in constant tension and competition with each other. Christianity Today I feel a constant tension between those who expect the pastor to be 'in charge' and those who lean toward a more democratic approach. Christianity Today It's a constant tension but it makes for a riveting ride. Times, Sunday Times The present restricted arrangements for limited access to public phones on the wings are a source of constant tension (or worse). Times, Sunday Times Not at his best, but still a constant threat before suffering an injury in a clash with Luiz. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Industrial action is an almost constant threat. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Living in poverty is a constant threat for those who were victims of the antenatal drug thalidomide in Spain. Times, Sunday Times (2009) Under constant threat of attack and death, these road warriors transport supplies to frontline units. The Sun (2010) Their goal was to create a player-focused game that would offer constant updates and features to keep people coming back. Times, Sunday Times Pilots need constant updates on visibility, clouds and wind. Times, Sunday Times Yet he seems to show little regard for the effect his constant updates could have on his privacy. The Sun The light monitor gives constant updates on the exposure needed to keep your circadian rhythm in sync with your waking and sleeping habits. Times, Sunday Times They wanted constant updates on who was confirmed. Times, Sunday Times This takes about 15 minutes and needs constant vigilance. Times, Sunday Times And perhaps we preferred to enjoy the football rather than keep constant vigilance. Times, Sunday Times It demands constant vigilance of the 'rational faculty', the purpose for which nature fashioned the mind. Times, Sunday Times That's why the condition needs active treatment and constant vigilance. Times, Sunday Times The released prisoners will be under constant vigilance and constant surveillance. Times, Sunday Times Never swim alone, and keep a constant watch on weak swimmers. Times, Sunday Times So keep constant watch for warning signs like slipping payments, roundnumber or unsigned cheques. Times, Sunday Times Only constant watch and an adversarial, not a cosy, relationship with our politicians will really push through these changes. Times, Sunday Times The doctors and nurses keep constant watch over them until they become strong enough to be transferred to a less intensive state of care. Christianity Today But whatever; on a motorway you have to keep a constant watch on the speedo. Times, Sunday Times Then there's the constant worry that your expensive piece of equipment will be ruined by the cold, wet conditions. Times, Sunday Times And, like all companies with big overseas operations, currency fluctuations are a constant worry. Times, Sunday Times You cannot even save her from herself, but you can save yourself from constant worry by taking a step back. Times, Sunday Times Signs of anxiety include negative thinking patterns (imagining the worst and being self-critical), inflated anger, constant worry about what might have happened or has happened. Times, Sunday Times It was a constant worry when he was away fighting. Times, Sunday Times Instead, it has persisted at a fairly constant rate across societies. Times, Sunday Times Over the past two seasons their overall strength has been fairly constant, but clearly much better than in the two seasons before that. Times, Sunday Times It's been a fairly constant theme of automobile evolution that as cars have got better they have also become more boring. Times, Sunday Times The ground stays at a fairly constant temperature under the surface, so the pump can be used all year round. Times, Sunday Times The number of typhoons in this region has remained fairly constant over the past 50 years, but the number of the most powerful storms has risen. Times, Sunday Times The two men would be in constant contact over a communications network with a special forces command unit. Times, Sunday Times (2017) He is in constant contact with his family but he has been very strong over it. Times, Sunday Times (2015) I'm in constant contact with my team by e-mail and telephone. Times, Sunday Times (2009) The former fashion journalist keeps in constant contact with the factories in Italy that manufacture her footwear. Times, Sunday Times (2016) The club are in constant contact with the youngster's advisors to make sure he is settled at the club after his meteoric rise. The Sun (2016) She and her campaign have been in constant touch since. Times, Sunday Times My lovely friend was in constant touch and last night he took me out for dinner. The Sun We are in constant touch with them, especially the fitness coaches who are monitoring their work. The Sun Although we weren't in constant touch, every now and then you click back together. Times, Sunday Times Your visitors really do not need to stay in constant touch with home. Times, Sunday Times His reasoning comes from biology, which tells us that our brains seem 'to be programmed to keep our happiness levels relatively constant'. Times, Sunday Times Summer flowers have remained relatively constant but spring flowers are more susceptible to later or shorter winters. Times, Sunday Times Over decades the number of goals per game has been relatively constant, at 2.5. Times, Sunday Times Expenses have more than doubled since 2012 despite income staying relatively constant. Times, Sunday Times This stayed relatively constant until the turn of this century, which has seen a sharp spike to 34.1 and 8.7 respectively. Times, Sunday Times Where people live has also remained remarkably constant - for hundreds of years. Times, Sunday Times The faces may change, the producers may change, but the ability to turn out superior hits remains remarkably constant. Times, Sunday Times This winter the temperature has remained remarkably constant, with little difference between day and night, and no significant rises. Times, Sunday Times In each case the rate at which new supplanted old remained remarkably constant. Times, Sunday Times Home ranges remain remarkably constant and stable year after year. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 不断的 Japanese: 絶えず続く |
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