But soda past its expiration date goes flat and loses much of its taste.

但是过期的苏打水跑气，味道也会大打折扣。

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We raised our mugs and drank to those we love, but before we had had a chance to taste the wine we had to throw ourselves flat on the ground as a stick of bombs fell outside.

我们筹措了我们的咖啡杯，喝了对我们最爱的人，但之前，我们已经拥有一个机会来品尝这酒，我们还不得不把自己平放在地上，像一根炸弹在外面。

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As for the ceremony, the star has the simplest taste. She wants to wear flat shoes, have some snacks and chat with close friends.

对于婚礼仪式，这位明星有着最为简单的偏好。她希望穿着平底鞋，吃着零食，然后和密友们聊聊天。

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The new members have also upset the old with their taste for flat and often low rates of personal income tax and corporate tax, chosen mainly for ease of collection.

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