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a.re.naE5ri:7nEn [C]a large flat enclosed area used for sports or entertainment竞技场; 表演场a circus/dance/sports arena马戏场/舞场/竞技场(fig.) We were surprised to see a new candidate enter the arena (=become involved in an activity, esp. one involving argument and fighting) just before the election.我们很惊奇地发现有一位新的候选人在选举即将开始之前闯入角逐场。(fig.) After 30 years in the political arena (=of being involved in political activity) our local member of parliament is retiring next year.在政治舞台上活动了30年后,我们本地的这位下院议员将在明年告老还乡。
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