canalize
-ise, v [Tn]
1 make a canal through (an area) 开掘运河通过(一区域).
2 convert (a river) into a canal (by straightening it, building locks, etc) 将(河流)改造成运河(如改直河床, 修建闸门等).
3 direct (sth) to achieve a particular aim; channel 引导(某事物)以达到某目的
canalize one's energies into voluntary work 把精力放到义务工作上.
🗣️ 情景例句
Well, it was great to see you again. Let's not wait this long next time.
可以再见到你真是太好了,希望我们下次见面不用等这么久。
How would you like to proceed with the negotiations?