milestone
n
1 stone put at the side of a road showing distances in miles 里程碑. 2 (fig 比喻) very important stage or event 重大阶段或事件; 转折点
This victory was a milestone in our country's history. 这一胜利是我国历史的转捩点.
Wait! Shylock would not take the money earlier. All he wanted was right to be done.
别忙!夏洛克先前已经拒绝要钱了。他所要求的只是公正。
Most of us are able to solve most of our problems. Often, all we need is a good friend who will listen to us while we talk things through. If friends can take turns to listen to each other well, life will be better!