quietus
n
(usu sing 通常作单数) (fml 文) release from life; extinction 死亡; 灭绝
give sb his quietus, ie put an end to his life 结束某人的生命
The plan has finally got its quietus, ie been abandoned. 这一计画终於胎死腹中(遭放弃).
🗣️ 情景例句
I can't thank you enough for all the work you've done.
对于你所做的一切我真不知道如何感谢你才好。
The chances for a promotion look really good, but before I get too old I want to see the world.
提升的机会确实无可挑剔,但是在我变得太老之前,我想去看看世界。
My friend, Robert, lives in a country where snails are despised.