The two politicians represent opposite poles of the political spectrum.

　　這兩位從政者代表了政界的兩個極端。

　　These proposals represent a realistic starting point for negotiation.

　　這些建議是談判的現實出發點。

　　These 50,000 arrears cases represent a tiny fraction of all home owners.

　　這5萬個欠款案例只代表所有業主中的一小部分人。

　　The general secretary may represent the president at official ceremonies.

　　可以在一些官方儀式上代表主席。

　　For many they clearly represent an alternative to run-of-the-mill estate cars.

　　對于很多人來說，他們顯然可以作為一般旅行車的替代品。

　　Greater government intervention in businesses would represent a step backwards.

　　政府加強對企業的干涉將是一種倒退。