FORM/USE: (SUBJECT) 'IT' + PASSIVE
EGP #936 | C1 | PRONOUNS / subject/ object Can use 'it' with the passive voice where the subject is unknown or unimportant, often in formal contexts. ► passives Lexical range: N/A
人们相信定期锻炼具有显著的健康益处。
___It ___is ___believed that regular exercise has significant health benefits.
据报道，该公司连续三年未能达到安全标准。
___It ___was ___reported that the company had failed to meet safety standards for three consecutive years.
有人建议学校应该为高年级学生引入更晚的上课时间。
___It ___has ___been ___suggested that the school should introduce a later start time for older students.
可以说学习第二语言能提高各年龄段的认知能力。
___It ___can ___be ___argued that learning a second language improves cognitive abilities across all ages.
预计未来几十年全球气温将继续上升。
___It ___is ___expected that global temperatures will continue to rise over the coming decades.