In the intergranular spaces of rocks, however, fluid must flow around and between grains in a tortuous path; this winding path causes a resistance to flow.

然而，在粒间孔发育的岩石中，流体必须在颗粒周围的曲折通道中流动；而这种曲折通道会对其流动产生阻力。

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In order to minimize oil vapor migration, some lyophilizers are designed with a tortuous path between the vacuum pump and chamber.

为了最小化油蒸汽的回流，一些冻干机在真空泵和前箱间设计了弯曲的管路。

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The approval followed a tortuous path.

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Almost as remarkable is the tortuous path it has taken, a 10-year odyssey that has included four governors, multiple developers and the staunch opposition of two NFL franchises.

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