The idea of a comprehensive solution sounds simple, if expensive.

全面的解决之道听起来很简单，虽然代价昂贵。

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While a substantial accumulation of reserves seemed a justified (if expensive) form of insurance in the aftermath of the crisis, today's levels look excessive.

虽然在危机之后大量积累外汇储备似乎是个合理的保障方式(尽管有些代价高昂)，但如今的水平看来过高了。

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Why, then, if expensive things cannot bring us remarkable joy, are we so powerfully drawn to them?

既然昂贵的东西不能带给我们特大的快乐，为什么对我们还有那么强大的吸引力呢？

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And if they do, it can be very expensive. So we see unused space as a great place to grow food that will make it more accessible for people."

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So, if magnesium is so abundant, why is it so expensive?

所以如果镁是如此富饶，为什么它这么贵呢？

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So if you are going to buy like expensive painting for your house, it's kind of like,

所以就像你想给你家买很贵的油漆，这就像

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Securing the backing of the NDP, which doubled its vote from the 2000 election, would be relatively straightforward, if expensive.

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Fundraising costs, in turn, can swell if expensive direct mail or telemarketing is used, or if donations come in very small amounts.

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The idea of a comprehensive solution sounds simple, if expensive.

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