I know that it is out there.

可我知道，它就在那里。

youdao

I'd only be going to familiarize myself with the process, you know, check it out, I was wondering if there is anything you would recommend that I do to prepare.

我只是想让自己熟悉一下这个过程，你知道的，我想知道你有没有什么建议我准备的。

youdao

The only downside is that sometimes, there are subtleties that are left out but I also know how challenging it is to convey complex topics in limited space.

但有时也并不总是有效，有些微妙之处给遗漏了，但我仍知道在有限的空间谈论这些敏感话题是多么有难度。

youdao

One reason is that, having spent 27 years in East Asia, I know it is a tough old world out there much tougher than most Americans seem to realize.

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People out there listening know what I believe, and that's how best it is to keep the peace.

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