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Nothing could deflate his ego / pomposity , ie make him less self-assured or pompous.

任何事都不能削弱他的自信心[气焰].

Dawn / The day was breaking , ie Daylight was beginning.

天已破晓.

She denied the accusation with some warmth, ie strenuously , forcefully.

她有些激动, 竭力否认这一指责.

British schoolboys sometimes wear caps, ie as part of their school uniform.

英国男生有时候戴制服帽(校服的一部分).

He's not exactly a bundle of fun , ie an amusing person.

他不算是个十分有趣的人.

She nibbled at a sandwich , ie ate only tiny portions.

她咬了几口叁明治.

She gave me an, old-fashioned ` look, ie one expressing disapproval.

她用 古板 的眼光看着我(表示不以为然).

The enemy replied to our fire , ie fired back at us.

敌人向我方还击.

He's living at No 4 , ie house number four.

他住在4号.

His age is against him, ie is a disadvantage to him.

他的年龄于他不利.

His powers are failing, ie He is becoming weak.

他的体力正在衰退.

The house was in flames , ie was on fire , burning.

房子失火了.

This is a nasty corner, ie is dangerous for cars going fast.

这个街角对疾驰的汽车来说非常危险.

They lead separate lives , ie do not live or do things together.

他们各自单独生活.

This news programme only covers external events, ie foreignnews.

这一新闻节目只报道国外消息.