The company faced backlash for the intrusion into users' private data.
In (进入) + trude (推，同trudge) -> 强行推入 = 侵入
The high-rise apartment was condemned after it was discovered that the flammable cladding was not up to code.
Clad (穿衣) -> 给建筑穿衣服 = 外墙覆层
The debilitating effects of the new tax policy have forced many small businesses to close.
De (去掉) + bility (能力) -> 去掉能力 = 使衰弱
International treaties strictly prohibit the development and stockpiling of bioweapons.
Bio-weapon：生（Bio）命的“武器”，太残忍！
Critics argue that the algorithmic matchmaking on popular dating apps prioritizes engagement over genuine compatibility.
Match-making：做“匹配”工作的人，就是媒婆！
Human rights organizations reported a horrific slaughter of civilians in the border region.
Slaughter：Sl(死) + aughter(类似anger愤怒)。愤怒地杀戮，死伤惨重。
Naval forces were deployed to protect shipping lanes from pirates off the coast of Somalia.
Pirates：Pai(拍) + r(人) + tes(特)。特拍的人，拿着武器上船抢劫的海盗。
International tensions escalated after two oil tankers were spotted navigating a contested strait.
Tanker：Tank（坦克）+ er（人/物）。像坦克一样巨大、坚固、能装大量“液体弹药”的船。
The G7 summit concluded with a joint declaration on climate change and economic stability.
Summit：Sum（总和/全部）+ mit（送/给）。把所有人的注意力都送到最高处，就是“峰会”或“顶点”。
China’s Belt and Road Initiative has prioritized the expansion of cross-border railways to facilitate trade.
Rail (轨道) + Way (道路) = 铁轨铺成的路。想象火车在轨道上飞驰的轰鸣声。
The hospital reported a record number of successful cardiac surgeries last quarter.
Surgeon (外科医生) 的复数形式。想象医生拿着手术刀，准备开始一系列操作。注意单数是 surgery。
Humanitarian agencies are racing to clear thousands of landmines left behind from decades of civil war.
Land (土地) + Mine (矿/洞) = 埋在土里的爆炸物。想象踩到地下隐藏的陷阱。