1710, "carrying out calculations," present participle adjective from calculate. Meaning "shrewdly or selfishly seeking advantage" is attested from c. 1810.
双语例句
1. Northbridge is a cool, calculating and clever criminal who could strike again.
诺思布里奇是个头脑冷静、诡计多端、阴险狡诈的罪犯，他可能还会犯案。
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2. I believe I am capable of calculating the political consequences accurately.
我觉得我能准确预料此事的政治后果。
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3. He described Mr Long as cold, calculating and manipulative.
他说郎先生是个冷酷、算计，又爱摆布人的人。
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4. She was not calculating and evidenced no specific interest in money.
她没什么心计，而且能感觉出她对钱没什么兴趣。
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5. Historically, royal marriages have been cold, calculating affairs.
