The two politicians represent opposite poles of the political spectrum.
这两位从政者代表了政界的两个极端。
These proposals represent a realistic starting point for negotiation.
这些建议是谈判的现实出发点。
These 50,000 arrears cases represent a tiny fraction of all home owners.
这5万个欠款案例只代表所有业主中的一小部分人。
The general secretary may represent the president at official ceremonies.
可以在一些官方仪式上代表主席。
For many they clearly represent an alternative to run-of-the-mill estate cars.
对于很多人来说，他们显然可以作为一般旅行车的'替代品。
Greater government intervention in businesses would represent a step backwards.
政府加强对企业的干涉将是一种倒退。