severe grim stern rigorous strict
Universities are facing grave problems because of diminishing resources.
由于资源的减少,大学正面临严峻的问题。
—— 柯林斯例句My limited diplomatic skills were tested to the utmost.
我有限的外交手腕儿受到了极其严峻的考验。
—— 柯林斯例句UK companies face a stark choice if they want to stay competitive.
英国公司如果想要保持竞争力就不得不面对严峻的选择。
—— 柯林斯例句The tobacco industry escaped unscathed from its toughest legal challenge.
烟草业成功逃过了最严峻的法律质疑。
—— 柯林斯例句Her love for him was being tested to its limits.
她对他的爱经受着极其严峻的考验。
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