1-grapple 搏斗

As the world grapples with the coronavirus outbreak, " social distancing " has become a buzzword of these strange times.

2-stockpile 大量囤积

3-stem 遏制

Instead of stockpiling food or rushing to the hospital, authorities are saying social distancing-deliberately increasing the physical space between people-is the best way ordinary people can help " flatten the curve " and stem the spread of the virus.

4-pesky 恼人的，讨厌的

5-suitor 追求者

I know that fashion can play an important role in the project of social distancing, whether the space created helps solve a health crisis or keep away pesky suitors.

6-accessory 配饰

In this current crisis, face masks have become a fashion accessory that signals " stay away".

7-court 王宫

8-voluminous 肥大的，宽松的

While the origins of this trend can be traced to the 15th century Spanish court, these voluminous skirts became a marker of class in the 18th century.

9-shield 防护物

Perhaps we'll see the rise of novel forms of protective outerwear, like the " wearable shield " that one Chinese company developed.