backwash
n
1 backward movement of water in waves, esp behind a moving ship 回浪.
2 (fig 比喻) (usu unpleasant) results of an action, a policy or an event (行为、政策或事件的)後果, 余波(通常为不愉快者)
[attrib 作定语]
the backwash effect of the war years 战争年代的遗祸.
🗣️ 情景例句
Susan and Harry have a sitter for Michelle in the city,
Susan和Harry在城里给Michelle找到一位临时保姆,
Yes, I got dressed and had breakfast.
是,我穿好衣服了并且吃了早餐。
The children were at school, my husband was at work and the house was quiet.