1840, "right to the present time," from phrase up to date, probably originally from bookkeeping. As an adjective from 1865. Meaning "having the latest facts" is recorded from 1889; that of "having current styles and tastes" is from 1891.
实用例句
1. The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt.
当你从内心深处找到一种可以忍受一切痛苦的坚强力量时，你的成长历程就会出现飞跃。
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2. He finished his conversation and stood up, looking straight at me.
他说完话站起来，直视着我。
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3. He was fired from his job after roughing up a colleague.
他因为对一位同事动粗而被开除了。
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4. It is certainly worth checking up on your benefit entitlements.
查清楚你可以享受哪些福利是绝对有必要的。
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5. The economy remains deep in recession with few signs of a pick-up.
