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Fortunately, most parents give serious thought to naming their children, with social acceptance usually being a key consideration.
所幸的是，绝大部分父母在给孩子取名时都会认真考虑，而能否为社会所接受通常是他们所考虑的最重要的方面。
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Yet, if we don't give serious thought to our goals and how we can reach them, our time, money, and emotions will be dictated by others.
然而，若我们不严肃思考我们的目标及到达的方式，我们的时间、金钱和感情都要受制于他人。
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As a Capricorn, you give serious thought to your goals and organise your plans carefully.
作为摩羯，你总是认真地考虑你的目标，仔细地组织你的计划。

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