The boat was in trouble when its engine failed, but a nearby crew towed it safely to shore.
船只因发动机故障而陷入困境，附近的一支船队把它安全拖回了岸边。
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遇到麻烦；处于困境
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The mechanic knew the engine was in trouble when the warning light flashed and the car began to shake.
Maya knew she was in trouble when the teacher asked to see her unfinished project.
老师要看她没完成的项目时，玛雅就知道自己惹上麻烦了。
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