We, the human species, are confronting a planetary emergency—a threat to the survival of our civilization that is gathering ominous and destructive potential even as we gather here.

我们人类，正面临着一种全球性的紧急情况——这是对我们文明生存的威胁，正当我们聚集在这里的时候，这种威胁正积聚着不祥的破坏性潜力。

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When the human race's survival is in question you don't whine about how much potential solution "X" will cost.

在人类面临生存问题的当口，你就不应该再纠结于那些潜在的X计划到底会花多少钱。

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For both companies, the potential deal is a defensive move aimed at long-term survival.

对双方来说，这样一项交易将是着眼于长期生存的防御性策略。

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While Bangladesh currently supports relatively large populations of Ganges river dolphins and Irrawaddy dolphins, conservationists argue that it's crucial to address the threats they face now, while the potential for long-term survival of both species is still relatively high in comparison to other areas in Asia.

BBC: NEWS | South Asia | Bangladesh's majestic dolphins at risk

Still, the basic building blocks of various factions struggling for control, order, and survival in a post-apocalyptic wasteland is rife with dramatic potential.

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Thousands of years ago, this was a survival aid -- your anxiety-induced focus helped you steer clear of potential predators.

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