conj./prep. 在…之前

The professor's lecture was so engrossing that even the most restless student in the class was held in thrall.
这位教授的讲座如此引人入胜，以至于班上最坐不住的学生也被深深吸引。
The ancient city, now mere ruins, once stood as a testament to the grandeur of its civilization.
这座古城，如今仅剩下废墟，曾经是其文明辉煌的见证。
In the eerie silence of the night, the only sound was the soft patter of rain on the windowpane.
在夜晚的诡异寂静中，唯一的声音是雨点轻轻敲打在窗玻璃上的声音。
The explorer was awestruck by the sheer magnitude of the canyon stretching before him.
探险家被眼前的峡谷的巨大规模震撼了。
The artist's work was characterized by a vivid use of color, making each piece a feast for the eyes.
这位艺术家的作品以鲜艳的色彩运用为特点，每一件作品都是一场视觉盛宴。
After years of neglect, the once-beautiful garden had become overgrown with weeds and wildflowers.
经过多年的忽视，这座曾经美丽的花园已经被杂草和野花侵占。
The children were filled with glee at the sight of the brightly decorated Christmas tree.
看到装饰得五彩缤纷的圣诞树，孩子们欣喜若狂。
The scientist's hypothesis was met with skepticism by her peers, but she remained undaunted.
科学家的假设遭到了同行们的怀疑，但她并未因此而气馁。
The old man's face was etched with lines, a map of his many years of life's experiences.
老人的脸上刻满了皱纹，仿佛是他多年生活经历的地图。
The orchestra's performance was flawless, each musician playing their part in perfect harmony.
乐团的演出完美无瑕，每位乐手都完美地演奏着自己的部分，和谐至极。