1.forgo 放弃
The workers agreed to forgo a pay increase for the sake of greater job security.
工人们为了工作更保险,同意放弃增加工资的要求
2.take risk 承担风险
Introducing a disruptive technology requires a major player to take a huge risk in adopting it.
引进破坏现有制度的技术要求主要参与者承担采用这种技术的巨大风险
3.lame-duck 跛足鸭(指遭遇困难需要帮助的人或企业)
Moreover, by the time the lame-duck session begins, Republicans are likely to be emboldened by their expected electoral gains.
此外,随着“跛足鸭”时期的开始,共和党人可能会因为预期的选举胜利而提高底气
4.stir 引起麻烦
Your presence at the meeting will stir trouble.
你出席会议要惹起麻烦