In recent years, with a method called VLBI that uses quasar observations, and by GPS we have begun to understand the absolute movement of tectonic plates.
下手に手を動かすと気付かれてしまうという強迫観念が俺を襲う。
I was assailed by the stupid, but unshakeable, idea that if I was imprudent enough to move my hand I'd be noticed.
そういうの、先入観っていうんだよっ!体験したこと無いのに、決め付けるのはよくないっ!
That's what they call 'prejudice'! It's wrong to make your mind up on something you've never experienced!
ナイアガラの滝は世界有数の観光地として名高い。
The Niagara Falls are famous as a world leading tourist resort.
離婚と言うと悲観的なイメージを連想しがちである。
Divorce tends to be associated with a negative image.
予想以上に多くの観客が来ていました。
There were more spectators than I had expected.
野茂が打者をおさえると観客がわきあがります。
It causes quite a sensation when Nomo pitches a no-hitter.