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定义
In light of (your behavior, you're fired!): 鉴于（你的行为，你被解雇了！）
示例
- "In light of yesterday's unfortunate laboratory explosion (on the bright side, just our third this year!), and today's mighty hangover, I've decided to retire from perfume development, effective immediately."
- "In light of recent staff turnover, as well as several incidents which have caught Bruno's attention, I am writing to you with some important information regarding our termination policy."
- "Janine : Well Brent, in light of recent job cuts, Radio Rhubarb has prepared some advice on what NOT to do when applying for a job."
练习 1
"Given that he vomited eighteen times, I am sure that any dangerous elements have left his system."
Select those terms or expressions which could replace "given that" in this context, and express the SAME meaning.
There may be more than one correct answer!
Select those terms or expressions which could replace "given that" in this context, and express the SAME meaning.
There may be more than one correct answer!
"Given that he vomited eighteen times, I am sure that any dangerous elements have left his system."
Select those terms or expressions which could replace "given that" in this context, and express the SAME meaning.
There may be more than one correct answer!
Select those terms or expressions which could replace "given that" in this context, and express the SAME meaning.
There may be more than one correct answer!
"Since" shares a similar meaning with "given that" in this context. They both explain a reason and a result, like "because". Example: "Let's have a picnic, since it's such a sunny day".
"In light of the fact that" is an alternative way of saying "given that". Both these expressions say that "because of" a certain event or situation, another event is the case. Example: "In light of the fact that cars are forbidden in the city centre, a bus service is available".
"Seeing as" is a synonym of "given that". They both describe a cause and result situation, similar to "because". Example: "Seeing as you like the colour blue, I've bought you a blue dress".
"Although" means "despite" or "notwithstanding", and does not share a similar meaning with the expression "given that".
"Despite the fact that" means "although" or "notwithstanding", and does not share a similar meaning with the expression "given that".
练习 2
Fill in the blanks below with terms used in Luna's email. Use the definitions to help you.
1. This term describes a legitimate reason for the termination of an employee, often one which has been recorded in company handbooks and employee contracts. "It is illegal to fire an employee without " (2 words)
2. This legal term describes the case or argument of an employee who has been terminated unjustly, or fired for a non-legitimate reason. "Our company avoids cases at all costs" (2 words)
3. This helpful expression introduces the cause or reason of an action. It is synonymous with "due to". "There will be no bonuses this year the poor financial situation of the company" (3 words)
1. This term describes a legitimate reason for the termination of an employee, often one which has been recorded in company handbooks and employee contracts. "It is illegal to fire an employee without " (2 words)
2. This legal term describes the case or argument of an employee who has been terminated unjustly, or fired for a non-legitimate reason. "Our company avoids cases at all costs" (2 words)
3. This helpful expression introduces the cause or reason of an action. It is synonymous with "due to". "There will be no bonuses this year the poor financial situation of the company" (3 words)
Fill in the blanks below with terms used in Luna's email. Use the definitions to help you.
1. This term describes a legitimate reason for the termination of an employee, often one which has been recorded in company handbooks and employee contracts. "It is illegal to fire an employee without just cause 1" (2 words)
2. This legal term describes the case or argument of an employee who has been terminated unjustly, or fired for a non-legitimate reason. "Our company avoids wrongful dismissal 2 cases at all costs" (2 words)
3. This helpful expression introduces the cause or reason of an action. It is synonymous with "due to". "There will be no bonuses this year in light of 3 the poor financial situation of the company" (3 words)
1. This term describes a legitimate reason for the termination of an employee, often one which has been recorded in company handbooks and employee contracts. "It is illegal to fire an employee without just cause 1" (2 words)
2. This legal term describes the case or argument of an employee who has been terminated unjustly, or fired for a non-legitimate reason. "Our company avoids wrongful dismissal 2 cases at all costs" (2 words)
3. This helpful expression introduces the cause or reason of an action. It is synonymous with "due to". "There will be no bonuses this year in light of 3 the poor financial situation of the company" (3 words)
1 just cause: "Just cause" or simply "cause", is a legal term which describes a legitimate reason for termination. For example: Employees must be fired for "just cause", otherwise lawsuits will result.
2 wrongful dismissal: "Wrongful dismissal" is a term used to describe a firing which was done improperly, illegally or without legitimate reason.
3 in light of: "In light of" is a very useful phrase which introduces the cause in a "cause and effect" situation. For example: In light of your contributions to the company, I'm promoting you to manager'.
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