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waste of energy

/weɪst əv ˈenədʒi/

翻译: 指消耗资源、时间或精力却没有获得任何有用结果或收益的行为、努力或活动。

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/weɪst əv ˈenədʒi/B1informal
  • zh指消耗资源、时间或精力却没有获得任何有用结果或收益的行为、努力或活动。

An expression describing an action, effort, or activity that consumes resources or time without producing any useful result or benefit.

  1. Unproductive effortB1informal

    An activity or action that consumes physical or mental effort without achieving any useful result.

    zh白费力气

    • Arguing with him is a waste of energy; he never listens.
    • Trying to fix that old machine is a complete waste of energy.
    • Worrying about things you can't change is just a waste of energy.
  2. Inefficient use of resourcesB2formal

    Using more power, fuel, or resources than necessary to accomplish a task.

    zh能源浪费

    • Leaving the lights on all day is a waste of energy.
    • Driving a large SUV for short trips is a waste of energy.
    • The old heating system is a waste of energy and should be replaced.