B2 not soft but not completely hard结实的;坚固的
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The ground was not firm enough to build on.
The mixture should be firm to the touch after it has been baked.
The going is described as good to firm.
Place the template on a firm surface.
The bed in the hotel was not firm enough.
well fixed in place or position牢固的;稳固的
fixed at the same level or opinion and not changing坚决的;坚定的
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On the foreign-exchange markets the pound remained firm.
After weeks at sea, it was wonderful to feel firm ground beneath our feet once more.
Make sure you've got a firm foothold on the rock before you climb up.
Place the device on a firm, dry surface and make sure it is level.
The house could collapse if it hasn't got firm foundations.
C2 strong and tight强有力的;紧紧的,牢牢的
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She held the child's hand in a firm clasp as they crossed the road.
Make sure that the soil around the base of the plant is firm, so that it is supported.
When the glue has set, the bond will be firm and watertight.
The nail holding this picture up isn't at all firm.
Twist the pipe into position until the connection is completely firm.
B2 certain and not likely to change确定的;坚定不移的
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She had a firm conviction that they would meet again in the hereafter.
It is my firm belief that nuclear weapons are immoral.
He made a firm commitment to stop smoking.
Make sure you have a firm understanding of the system before attempting any repairs.
A firm decision has not yet been made over the club's future.
C2 forceful and making people do what you want严格的,强硬的
B1 a company or business公司;商号
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Mr Black has been a client of this firm for many years.
He works for a firm of painters and decorators.
I had an interview for a job with a publishing firm.
Our firm stands to lose a lot of money if the deal is unsuccessful.
This new tax will put a lot of small firms out of business.
UK [ T ] to make soil harder by pressing on it使(土)变硬;使(土)坚实
[ I ] specialized finance & economics to stop changing or to remain at the same level, amount, etc.稳定下来;保持不变
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