1.a number of 许多
Two significant constants have been found in a number of research studies.
若干研究已经发现了两个重要常量。
2.not only..but 不仅而且
That, as we all know, is not only a possibility but a likelihood.
众所周知,那不仅可能发生,而且是很可能发生。
3.news conference 记者招待会
He made his comments at a news conference in Amsterdam
他在阿姆斯特丹的记者招待会上发表了意见。
4.set the record straight on 弄清事实
Let me set the record straight on the misconceptions contained in your article.
我来纠正一下你文章里的错误认识。
5.soon to be 马上
In France, 27 major cities are soon to be cabled
法国有27座大城市不久将安装有线电视。