Prompt: "Elaborate the phrase: root for. Give some examples and interesting stories"
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「Root for」的意思、例子與有趣故事
「Root for」的意思是強烈支持或為某人、某事加油，通常用於運動比賽、競爭或個人成就。這個短語表達了一種鼓勵與善意，希望對方能成功。
「Root for」的起源
這個短語源自 19 世紀美國的俚語 「root」，意指大聲為某人歡呼支持。它可能與舊英語中表示激勵或鼓舞行動的詞語有關。
「Root for」的用法例子
運動比賽：
- 「我總是為世界盃中的弱隊加油，這讓比賽更刺激！」
- 「雖然我搬到了新城市，但我仍然支持我的家鄉籃球隊。」
競爭與個人成就：
- 「當我參加拼字比賽時，整個家人都為我加油。」
- 「我們都為莎拉加油，當她衝向馬拉松的最後一段時。」
電影與故事：
- 「在超級英雄電影中，觀眾總是為主角打敗反派而加油。」
- 「我發現自己竟然在為反派角色加油，因為他的故事太讓人心疼了。」
與「Root for」有關的有趣故事
1. 1980 年『冰上奇蹟』
體育史上最偉大的時刻之一發生在 1980 年冬季奧運會，當時美國冰球隊由一群大學生組成，而他們的對手是當時世界最強的蘇聯隊。蘇聯隊在奧運冰球賽場上幾乎所向無敵，沒有人認為美國隊能贏。然而，作為明顯的弱隊，美國隊獲得了全國人民的支持和加油。他們最終擊敗了蘇聯隊，締造了奇蹟，並讓「你相信奇蹟嗎？」這句話成為傳奇名言。
2. 萊斯特城 2016 年英超奪冠
英國足球隊萊斯特城在 2016 年創造了足壇歷史。他們在賽季開始時被預測為幾乎不可能奪冠的球隊，奪冠機率只有五千分之一（這與發現尼斯湖水怪的機率相同！）。然而，隨著一場場比賽的勝利，全球越來越多的人開始為他們加油，最終他們竟然奇蹟般地贏得了英超冠軍，這成為了史上最偉大的弱隊逆襲故事之一。
3. 蘇珊·波伊爾在《英國達人秀》上的驚人表現（2009 年）
當蘇珊·波伊爾（Susan Boyle）首次登上《英國達人秀》的舞台時，觀眾對她的外表和舉止抱有偏見，並不看好她。但當她開始演唱《我曾有夢》（I Dreamed a Dream）時，全場瞬間沸騰，全球觀眾也紛紛為她喝采。她一夜之間成為世界知名的歌手，證明了天賦與努力可以顛覆所有人的預期。
為什麼我們會「Root for」弱者(underdog)？
心理學家指出，人們通常會支持弱者，因為我們能在他們身上看到自己的影子。他們的奮鬥與成功讓我們產生共鳴，使他們的勝利彷彿也是我們的勝利。無論是在運動、電影還是生活中，我們總是喜歡為那些挑戰逆境的人加油。
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The phrase “root for” means to strongly support or cheer for someone or something, often in the context of sports, competitions, or personal achievements. It expresses encouragement and goodwill toward a person, team, or cause.
Origin of “Root for”
The phrase originates from the 19th-century American slang term “root”, meaning to shout in support. It likely derives from older English words related to stirring or encouraging action.
Examples of “Root for” in Use:
Sports:
- “I always root for the underdog in the World Cup—it makes the matches more exciting!”
- “Even though I moved to a new city, I still root for my hometown basketball team.”
Competitions & Achievements:
- “My whole family rooted for me when I competed in the spelling bee.”
- “We all rooted for Sarah as she ran the final stretch of the marathon.”
Movies & Stories:
- “In superhero movies, the audience always roots for the hero to defeat the villain.”
- “I found myself rooting for the villain because his backstory was so tragic.”
Interesting Stories About “Rooting For” Someone
1. The 1980 “Miracle on Ice”
One of the greatest moments in sports history happened during the 1980 Winter Olympics when the U.S. ice hockey team, made up of amateur college players, faced off against the highly skilled Soviet Union team. The Soviets had dominated Olympic hockey for years, so nobody expected the U.S. team to win. However, as the underdogs, they had the entire nation rooting for them. Against all odds, they won, and the phrase “Do you believe in miracles?” became legendary.
2. Leicester City’s 2016 Premier League Victory
Leicester City, a small English soccer club, was expected to finish near the bottom of the league. Their odds of winning the Premier League were 5,000 to 1—the same odds as discovering the Loch Ness Monster! But game after game, they defied expectations, and fans around the world started rooting for them. When they finally won the league, it was one of the greatest underdog stories in sports.
3. Susan Boyle’s Britain’s Got Talent Audition (2009)
When Susan Boyle, a shy, middle-aged woman, walked onto the stage of Britain’s Got Talent, people initially underestimated her. But when she sang “I Dreamed a Dream”, the audience erupted in cheers, and soon the whole world was rooting for her. She became an overnight sensation, proving that talent and perseverance could defy expectations.
Why Do We Root for the Underdog?
Psychologists say that people tend to root for the underdog because we see ourselves in them. Their struggles and triumphs remind us of our own challenges, making their victories feel personal. Whether in sports, movies, or life, we love cheering for those who defy the odds.
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Pres. Trump releases message to US before attending Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans
President Trump will be the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans. He released a message praising the teams and players, highlighting their hard work and dedication as embodying the American Dream. Trump also acknowledged the victims of a terrorist attack in New Orleans and expressed his support for the military, law enforcement, and first responders.
In a historic first, President Donald Trump will be the first sitting U.S. president to attend the Super Bowl while in office.
Ahead of the game, which is set to happen in New Orleans Sunday night, the president released a message to Americans.
The president’s message expressed his excitement to cheer on two great teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, as they fight it out for the National Football League’s Vince Lombardi Trophy.
However, Trump did not declare which team he was rooting for, instead praising the coaches, players and staff involved in the game, “the best of the best in professional football” as well as the “best of the American dream.”
Here’s the full presidential message for Sunday’s Super Bowl LIX:
“I look forward to joining the fans in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX to cheer on two great teams—the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles—as they battle for the National Football League’s Vince Lombardi Trophy.
The coaches, players, and team staff on the field tonight represent the best of the best in professional football, but they also embody the best of the American Dream. Their hard work, dedication, and tenacity is admirable, and their individual journeys are as inspiring as the drive and determination that has led them to this extraordinary moment. They also represent the hopes and dreams of our Nation’s young athletes as we restore safety and fairness in sports and equal opportunities among their teams.
Football is America’s most popular sport—for good reason—it fosters a sense of national unity, bringing families, friends, and fans together and strengthening communities. This annual tradition transcends our differences and personifies our shared patriotic values of family, faith, and freedom heroically defended by our military service members, law enforcement officers, and first responders. We value their devotion to protecting our great Nation and salute their selfless service.
This year, the Super Bowl returns to the Caesars Superdome for a record-setting 8th time. While thousands of fans from across our Nation gather in New Orleans to cheer on their favorite team, we remember that 14 families will be missing a loved one who was tragically murdered during a senseless terrorist attack while celebrating the New Year on Bourbon Street. Our thoughts are also with the 35 individuals injured during the attack whose lives were changed forever that fateful night, and our prayers will remain with them for continued strength, comfort, and healing.
Tonight, we look forward to a terrific game and the crowning of the Super Bowl Champions. Melania joins me in sending our best wishes for a great Super Bowl Sunday. May the best team win, and may God bless you, your family, and the United States of America.”
Prompt: "Elaborate Roman numerals LIX"
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Elaboration of Roman Numerals: LIX (59)
Roman numerals use a combination of letters to represent numbers. The numeral LIX follows a structured approach based on addition and subtraction rules.
Breaking Down LIX:
- L = 50
- IX = 9 (where I before X means 1 subtracted from 10)
Thus, when put together:
L (50) + IX (9) = 59
Rules Applied in LIX:
- Addition Rule: Larger numerals before smaller ones mean addition (L = 50).
- Subtraction Rule: When a smaller numeral appears before a larger one, it is subtracted (IX = 10 – 1 = 9).
Why Not LIXXXX?
In Roman numerals, IX (9) is the correct way to write 9, instead of using four “I”s before an “X” (which is incorrect).
Alternative Representations of 59 in Other Number Systems:
- Decimal (Base 10): 59
- Binary (Base 2): 111011
- Hexadecimal (Base 16): 3B
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Prompt: "Please further breakdown and historical context on Roman numerals"
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What Are Roman Numerals?
Roman numerals are a numeral system that originated in ancient Rome and were used throughout the Roman Empire for counting, record-keeping, and inscriptions on monuments. The system is based on a combination of letters from the Latin alphabet to represent numbers.
Basic Roman Numeral Values:
| Symbol | Value |
|---|---|
| I | 1 |
| V | 5 |
| X | 10 |
| L | 50 |
| C | 100 |
| D | 500 |
| M | 1,000 |
Formation of Roman Numerals
Roman numerals are formed using a combination of these symbols, following specific rules:
1. Addition Rule (Largest to Smallest)
When a smaller numeral follows a larger one, the values are added:
- VI = 5 + 1 = 6
- LXX = 50 + 10 + 10 = 70
- MCC = 1,000 + 100 + 100 = 1,200
2. Subtraction Rule (Smaller Before Larger)
When a smaller numeral appears before a larger one, it is subtracted:
- IV = 4 (5 – 1)
- IX = 9 (10 – 1)
- XL = 40 (50 – 10)
- CM = 900 (1,000 – 100)
This prevents excessive repetition (e.g., IIII is written as IV).
Why Was This System Used?
- Practicality: Roman numerals were useful for counting and calculations in commerce, construction, and governance.
- Inscriptions: They were widely used in monuments, coins, and official decrees.
- Durability: The simple additive and subtractive rules made them easy to carve into stone and metal.
Decline and Legacy
- Medieval Europe: Roman numerals continued to be used in book chapters, clocks, and monarch numbering (e.g., King Henry VIII).
- Modern Usage: While replaced by Arabic numerals for calculations, they are still used in some areas:
- Clock faces (e.g., III = 3, IX = 9)
- Movie sequels (e.g., Rocky IV)
- Super Bowls (e.g., Super Bowl LVIII = 58)
- Monarchs & Popes (e.g., Queen Elizabeth II)
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Prompt: "Give more historical details and specific examples: 2025, 73"
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Historical Details and Specific Examples of Roman Numerals
Historical Background of Roman Numerals
Roman numerals were developed around the 8th century BCE by the ancient Romans and were derived from earlier Etruscan numerals. They were used in trade, architecture, military planning, and legal documents. Unlike the place-value system of Arabic numerals (0–9), Roman numerals rely on specific symbols and additive/subtractive rules.
This system lasted throughout the Roman Empire and remained in use during the Middle Ages, particularly for official documents, sundials, and religious texts. It continues to be used today in various contexts such as clock faces, book chapters, movie titles, and royal names.
Specific Examples in Roman Numerals
The Year 2025 in Roman Numerals
- 2025 is written as MMXXV
- Breakdown:
- M = 1,000
- M = 1,000
- X = 10
- X = 10
- V = 5
- Total: 1,000 + 1,000 + 10 + 10 + 5 = 2025
Historical and Future Significance of 2025:
- 2025 marks the 1,500th anniversary of the fall of the Western Roman Empire (476 CE).
- The Solar Eclipse of 2025 (visible in North America) will be a significant astronomical event.
- The 2025 World Expo will be hosted in Osaka, Japan.
The Number 73 in Roman Numerals
- 73 is written as LXXIII
- Breakdown:
- L = 50
- X = 10
- X = 10
- I = 1
- I = 1
- I = 1
- Total: 50 + 10 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 73
Historical and Scientific Significance of 73:
- In Mathematics: 73 is the 21st prime number, and its mirror (37) is the 12th prime, making it a unique “mirrored prime.”
- In Science: The atomic number of Tantalum (Ta) is 73.
- In History:
- 73 CE: The Siege of Masada—the last Jewish stronghold—fell to the Romans.
- 1973 (MCMLXXIII): The year of the Yom Kippur War, the first mobile phone call, and the Watergate scandal in the U.S.
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