give (something) up

Related to word: give

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Definition

  1. B1Verb + -ing

    When you give up a habit, like smoking, or substances such as alcohol, you cease engaging in or using them.

    放弃;戒掉

    • She decided to give up smoking to improve her health. She has completely given up the habit.

      她决定戒烟以改善健康。她已经完全戒掉了这个习惯。

    • He gave up drinking for personal reasons, which was an important change for him.

      他因个人原因戒酒,这对他来说是一个重要的改变。

    • After several attempts, she finally succeeded in giving up junk food.

      经过几次尝试,她终于成功戒掉了垃圾食品。