1.instead of 代替
The farmers will be paid for their grain in cash, instead of IOUs.
农民卖粮,将以现金支付,而不是白条了 。
2.recover from 恢复
She returned to her family home to recover from an illness.
她回家养病来了 。
3.fend off 抵挡
He raised his hand to fend off the blow.
他抬起手来抵挡那一拳 。
4.fall away 丧失
His coalition may hold a clear majority but this could quickly fall away
他的联盟也许会占绝对多数,但这种优势可能会很快丧失 。
5.as though 仿佛
They feel shame and guilt as though it is their fault
他们觉得羞愧和内疚,就好像这是他们的错 。