The factory was due to shut for the festive period

　　節(jié)日期間工廠將關(guān)門。

　　The meal gave the occasion an almost festive air.

　　這一餐使整個場合有了近乎節(jié)日般的喜慶氛圍。

　　Despite the steady rain, the mood was friendly and festive

　　盡管一直在下雨，氣氛卻相當(dāng)友好歡快。

　　The government's armed forces have halved their strength for the festive break.

　　由于節(jié)日休假，政府武裝部隊(duì)人數(shù)減半。

　　For many of us, the festive season can be one of the most stressful times of the year.

　　對我們很多人來說，圣誕期間可能是一年中壓力最大的時候。