2. It was a high compliment to Peter that at that dire moment their thoughts turned to him. 他们在那个可怕的时刻想起了彼得,这对他来说是一种高度的赞扬。
3. In recent years, we have all been exposed to dire media reports concerning the impending demise of global coal and oil reserves. 近年来,我们都接触到有关全球煤炭和石油储备即将枯竭的可怕媒体报道。
4. The factory is in dire straits. 工厂岌岌可危。
5. Such action may have dire consequences. 这种行为可能产生严重后果。