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标题:Indian women march to ‘reclaim the night’ after doctor’s rape and murder
Protests reflect anger at 31-year-old’s killing, as well as a failure to address the daily struggles faced by many women
正文:On Monday, Indians celebrated the Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan, marking the bond between brother and sister. Sisters tie a “rakhi”, or bracelet, around the wrists of their brothers as a symbol of love for which the brothers in turn pledge to protect them from harm.
知识点:pledge v. /pledʒ/
to formally promise to give or do sth保证给予(或做);正式承诺
• Japan has pledged $100 million in humanitarian aid.⽇本已承诺提供⼀亿元⼈道主义援助。
• The government pledged their support for the plan.政府保证⽀持这项计划。
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