I want to take train instead of flight.

我想要搭火车而不是飞机。

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The Brooklyn Nets planned to take a train home instead of flying from Washington D.

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The Nets planned to take a train home instead of flying because of the expected blizzard in the New York area.

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In other situations, the decision about how to reach a particular destination may depend on personal preference, such as the traveler who chooses to take the train to work instead of a car.

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