时间:2018-12-08 作者:英语课 分类:2016年VOA慢速英语(八)月


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AS IT IS 2016-08-30 Feelings and Fashion at MTV's Video Music Awards


This is What’s Trending Today…


The MTV network held its Video Music Awards, or VMAs, Sunday night. Social media users are still talking about the stars and performances at the ceremony.


Rihanna was honored with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. Her friend, singer Drake, introduced her and presented her with the award. In his speech, he declared his love for the singer.


“She's someone I've been in love with since I was 22 years old,” Drake told the crowd. He then tried to kiss Rihanna on stage.


The media has long questioned the nature of Rihanna and Drake’s relationship. Is it romantic? Or is it just friendship?


One fan tweeted that she thought Drake might ask Rihanna to marry Sunday night.


Another asked if this meant their relationship was now “official.”


Whatever Drake meant, Facebook posts and tweets seem to approve the message. One Twitter user asked “Can someone get me a Drake please?”


Singer Beyonce arrived at the VMAs with her daughter, Blue Ivy 1, by her side. Her appearance was also a popular subject of social media discussion. The four-year-old Blue Ivy wore a $11,000 gown and a diamond tiara.


One Twitter user said the little girl “stole” the show.


But, some social media users criticized the amount of money spent on the child’s clothing and jewelry 2.


Social media was also excited about Alicia Keys at the VMAs. She reportedly went without wearing any makeup 3 on her face.


Many applauded her decision. One Twitter user wrote “I love Alicia Keys’ no make up movement.”


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tiara - n. a small crown that is decorated with jewels and that is worn by women or girls on special occasions


makeup - n. substances (such as lipstick 4 or powder) used to make someone's face look more attractive


applaud - v. to express approval of or support for (something or someone)



1 ivy
n.常青藤,常春藤
  • Her wedding bouquet consisted of roses and ivy.她的婚礼花篮包括玫瑰和长春藤。
  • The wall is covered all over with ivy.墙上爬满了常春藤。
2 jewelry
n.(jewllery)(总称)珠宝
  • The burglars walked off with all my jewelry.夜盗偷走了我的全部珠宝。
  • Jewelry and lace are mostly feminine belongings.珠宝和花边多数是女性用品。
3 makeup
n.组织;性格;化装品
  • Those who failed the exam take a makeup exam.这次考试不及格的人必须参加补考。
  • Do you think her beauty could makeup for her stupidity?你认为她的美丽能弥补她的愚蠢吗?
4 lipstick
n.口红,唇膏
  • Taking out her lipstick,she began to paint her lips.她拿出口红,开始往嘴唇上抹。
  • Lipstick and hair conditioner are cosmetics.口红和护发素都是化妆品。
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