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idiom

A nest egg

为将来或退休存下的一笔钱。
Meaning
A sum of money saved for the future or retirement.
Example
He built up a **nest egg** for his children's education.
他为孩子们的教育积攒了一笔储蓄。
idiom

a happy camper

一个对生活感到满足和满足的人
Meaning
a person who is content and satisfied with life
Example
After getting the job, he’s been **a happy camper**.
得到这份工作后，他一直是一个**快乐的露营者**。
idiom

A bright future lies ahead

未来充满成功的希望
Meaning
there is hope for success in the future
Example
With his talent and hard work, **a bright future lies ahead** for him.
凭借他的才华和努力工作，**他有一个光明的未来在等待**。
idiom

A blueprint for success

实现成功的详细计划或策略。
Meaning
A detailed plan or strategy for achieving success.
Example
Hard work and consistency are **a blueprint for success**.
努力工作和坚持是成功的蓝图。
idiom

A little knowledge is a dangerous thing

了解一点事情可能会导致错误。
Meaning
Knowing a small amount about something can lead to mistakes.
Example
**A little knowledge is a dangerous thing** — don’t try to fix it if you’re not an expert.
**一点知识是一件危险的事** — 如果你不是专家，别尝试修理它。
idiom

across the board

同样影响每个人或每件事
Meaning
affecting everyone or everything equally
Example
The new tariffs apply **across the board** to all imported goods.
新的关税同样适用于所有进口商品。
idiom

a house divided against itself cannot stand

一个团体或组织在意见或方向上分裂，无法成功
Meaning
a group or organization that is divided in opinion or direction cannot succeed
Example
In a team, **a house divided against itself cannot stand**; everyone needs to agree on the same goal.
在一个团队里，**一间房子分对自己并不能站立**; 每个人都应该对同一个目标共识。
phrasal-verb

adapt from experience

根据所学的内容改变行为或方法
Meaning
to change behavior or methods based on what one has learned
Example
Good leaders **adapt from experience** to face new challenges.
优秀的领导者**从经验中适应**以应对新的挑战。
idiom

a foot in the door

有一个小的机会开始在公司或行业工作
Meaning
to have a small opportunity to start working in a company or industry
Example
An internship is a great way to get **a foot in the door**.
实习是一个获得**工作机会**的好方式。
idiom

A seat at the table

有机会参与决策或重要讨论。
Meaning
To have an opportunity to be part of decision-making or important discussions.
Example
She fought for years to earn **a seat at the table** in the boardroom.
她为在董事会中获得**一个席位**而奋斗多年。
phrasal-verb

apologize sincerely

真诚道歉
Meaning
to say sorry in a heartfelt and honest manner
Example
If you make a mistake, **apologize sincerely** to the person.
如果你犯了错误，请真诚地向那个人道歉。
idiom

a breath of fresh air

一些新鲜和令人耳目一新的东西
Meaning
something new and refreshing
Example
Her positive attitude is **a breath of fresh air** in the office.
她积极的态度在办公室里就像一阵清新的空气。
idiom

a tough decision to make

一个难以做出的决定，因为潜在的后果
Meaning
a decision that is difficult to make because of the potential consequences
Example
Choosing between two job offers was **a tough decision to make**.
在两个工作机会之间做出选择是一个艰难的决定。
idiom

as far as I'm concerned

用于表达一个人对某事的个人看法或感受
Meaning
used to express one’s personal opinion or feeling about something
Example
**As far as I'm concerned**, he did a great job.
就我而言，他做得很好。
idiom

a vision for the future

关于未来应该发生什么的清晰想法或计划
Meaning
a clear idea or plan about what should happen in the future
Example
The CEO has **a vision for the future** of the company that will guide its growth.
CEO 对公司未来的 **未来愿景** 将指导其增长。
idiom

a taste of your own medicine

体验你曾经给别人带来的不愉快
Meaning
to experience the same unpleasantness you caused to others
Example
He was rude to everyone, but now he’s getting **a taste of his own medicine**.
他曾经对每个人都很粗鲁，但现在他正在体验**他自己的药**。
phrasal-verb

apologize to

为你做的事向某人道歉
Meaning
to say sorry to someone for something you did
Example
He **apologized to** his teacher for being rude.
他为对老师的无礼行为向老师道歉。
idiom

a run for one’s money

与某人进行激烈竞争；有效地挑战
Meaning
to compete strongly with someone; to challenge effectively
Example
The new company is giving the old giants **a run for their money**.
新公司正在与老牌巨头展开激烈竞争。
idiom

artificial brainpower

由AI系统提供的智能或决策
Meaning
intelligence or decision-making provided by AI systems
Example
The car relies on **artificial brainpower** to navigate through traffic.
这辆车依赖于**人工脑力**在交通中导航。
idiom

A nervous wreck

一个非常担心或不安的人。
Meaning
Someone who is very worried or upset.
Example
He’s **a nervous wreck** before every exam.
他在每次考试前都是**一个紧张的残骸**。
idiom

a steep learning curve

当某事很难学习，通常是迅速的
Meaning
when something is difficult to learn, usually quickly
Example
The new software had a **steep learning curve**, but I managed to understand it.
新软件有一个**陡峭的学习曲线**，但我设法理解了它。
idiom

a double-edged sword

既有正面又有负面后果的事物
Meaning
something that has both positive and negative consequences
Example
The internet is **a double-edged sword**; it provides vast information but also exposes us to privacy risks.
互联网是**a double-edged sword**; 它提供了大量的信息，但也使我们面临隐私风险。
phrasal-verb

argue with

与某人意见不合或口头争斗
Meaning
to disagree or fight verbally with someone
Example
My brother often **argues with** me about household chores.
我哥哥经常和我**争论**家务事。
idiom

a change of heart

某人的意见或情感的变化
Meaning
a change in one’s opinion or feelings
Example
She had **a change of heart** and decided to stay.
她有了**改变主意**，决定留下来。
idiom

a blank canvas

可以自由发展的一个人或情况
Meaning
a person or situation that can be developed freely
Example
Starting a new project is like working with **a blank canvas**.
开始一个新项目就像与**一张空白画布**一起工作。
idiom

a leopard can't change its spots

一个人不能改变他们与生俱来的本性或特征
Meaning
someone cannot change their inherent nature or characteristics
Example
No matter how hard he tries, **a leopard can't change its spots**.
不管他怎么努力，一只豹子不能改变它的斑点。
idiom

a labor of love

出于激情而做的事情，不是为了钱
Meaning
something done out of passion, not for money
Example
Building that model train was **a labor of love** for him.
为他建造那个模型火车是**爱的劳动**。
idiom

a tough act to follow

某事如此令人印象深刻，以至于其他人难以匹配或超越
Meaning
something so impressive that others find it hard to match or surpass
Example
His last performance was **a tough act to follow**.
他的最后一次表演是**一个难以超越的精彩表演**。
idiom

a weak link

系统或小组中最不可靠或最不安全的部分
Meaning
the least reliable or secure part of a system or group
Example
One careless employee can be **a weak link** in the security chain.
一个不小心的员工可能是安全链中的**薄弱环节**。
idiom

a million-dollar smile

一个美丽而迷人的微笑
Meaning
a beautiful and charming smile
Example
She greeted everyone with **a million-dollar smile**.
她用百万美元的微笑迎接了每一个人。
idiom

as luck would have it

碰巧；幸运或不幸
Meaning
by chance; fortunately or unfortunately
Example
**As luck would have it**, I met my old friend at the airport.
碰巧，我在机场遇见了我的老朋友。
idiom

an old hand

在某事上非常有经验的人
Meaning
someone very experienced at something
Example
She’s **an old hand** at managing big events.
她是管理大型活动的**老手**。
idiom

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

拥有的东西比冒险失去它去争取更好的东西要好。
Meaning
It’s better to hold onto something you have than risk losing it by trying to get something better.
Example
I decided to keep the job offer I already have because **a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush**.
我决定保留我已经收到的工作邀请，因为**一鸟在手胜过两鸟在林**。
idiom

AI accountability

开发者和组织的责任是确保人工智能系统公平、安全和道德地运作。
Meaning
the responsibility of developers and organizations to ensure AI systems act fairly, safely, and ethically.
Example
Ensuring **AI accountability** is essential to avoid harmful consequences in society.
确保**AI 责任**对于避免社会中有害的后果至关重要。
phrasal-verb

aim toward excellence

专注于实现最高质量或标准的努力
Meaning
to focus effort on achieving the highest quality or standard
Example
Our company always **aims toward excellence** in every project.
我们的公司始终致力于每个项目中的卓越。
phrasal-verb

agree with

与他人持相同意见
Meaning
to have the same opinion as someone else
Example
I completely **agree with** you on this matter.
我完全**同意**你在这个问题上的看法。
idiom

artificial instinct

机器做出看似自然或类似人类的决策的能力
Meaning
a machine’s ability to make decisions that seem natural or human-like
Example
The new model shows a kind of **artificial instinct** while driving.
新模型在驾驶时展示了一种**人工本能**。
idiom

apology accepted

用于表示你原谅某人
Meaning
used to say that you forgive someone
Example
Don’t worry, **apology accepted**.
别担心，原谅了
idiom

a job well done

一项成功完成的任务
Meaning
a task completed with great success
Example
The project was completed ahead of schedule, truly **a job well done**.
项目提前完成，真的**做得很好**。
phrasal-verb

age into

随着年龄增长，逐渐进入角色或习惯
Meaning
to grow into a role or habit as you get older
Example
Many leaders **age into** a calmer style of decision-making.
许多领导者**随着年龄增长**采取了更冷静的决策风格。
idiom

A battle of wits

一个人们用智慧或聪明才智相互较量的比赛或情况。
Meaning
A contest or situation where people use intelligence or cleverness to outsmart each other.
Example
The negotiations were a true **battle of wits** between the two leaders.
这次谈判是两位领导人之间真正的**智慧较量**。
idiom

Apple of my eye

某人你深深地爱着。
Meaning
Someone you love dearly.
Example
Her son is the **apple of her eye**.
她的儿子是她的**眼中钉**。
idiom

a guiding light

一个激励或引导他人走向成功的人
Meaning
someone who inspires or leads others toward success
Example
Her courage became **a guiding light** for the whole team.
她的勇气成为了整个团队的**指路明灯**。
idiom

a step in the right direction

朝着目标前进的小行动
Meaning
a small action that leads to progress towards a goal
Example
Completing the first phase of the project is definitely **a step in the right direction**.
完成项目的第一阶段无疑是 **a step in the right direction**。
idiom

a dream come true

一直梦想的事情终于实现了
Meaning
something that happens which you always wished for
Example
Getting that scholarship was **a dream come true** for her.
获得那份奖学金对她来说是梦想成真。
phrasal-verb

ask out

邀请某人和你一起去某个地方，尤其是去约会
Meaning
to invite someone to go somewhere with you, especially on a date
Example
He finally had the courage to **ask out** his coworker for dinner.
他终于鼓起勇气邀请他的同事去吃晚餐。
idiom

A giant leap

一个重要的进步或成就。
Meaning
A significant advancement or achievement.
Example
Landing on the moon was **a giant leap** for mankind.
登月是人类的一大飞跃。
idiom

a loose cannon

一个行为不可预测且可能引起问题的人。
Meaning
A person who behaves unpredictably and may cause problems.
Example
Be careful with him — he’s **a loose cannon**.
小心他——他是一个不可预测的人。
idiom

A picture paints a thousand words

视觉图像能够比文字更好地表达复杂的想法
Meaning
A visual image can express complex ideas better than words
Example
Cultural symbols remind us that **a picture paints a thousand words**.
文化符号提醒我们 **一张图片胜过千言万语**。
idiom

ahead of the game

有优势或做好充分准备
Meaning
to have an advantage or be well prepared
Example
She’s always **ahead of the game** with her planning.
她在计划方面总是领先一步。
idiom

a snake in the grass

一个秘密的敌人
Meaning
a secret enemy
Example
Be careful; there’s **a snake in the grass**.
小心；草丛里有一个秘密敌人。
phrasal-verb

align efforts toward

将团队合作和行动指向共同目标
Meaning
to direct teamwork and actions toward a shared objective
Example
We need to **align efforts toward** achieving long-term goals.
我们需要将努力对准实现长期目标。
idiom

a shoulder to lean on

给予你支持和安慰的人
Meaning
someone to give you support and comfort
Example
She’s always been **a shoulder to lean on** for me.
她一直是我可以依靠的**肩膀**。
phrasal-verb

appreciate for

认识到某人或某物的价值
Meaning
to recognize the value of someone or something
Example
I really **appreciate you for** staying late to finish the work.
我真的**很欣赏你**为了完成工作而留下到很晚。
phrasal-verb

adapt within

在保持个人身份的同时调整自己
Meaning
to adjust oneself while keeping personal identity
Example
Immigrants often **adapt within** new societies while keeping their traditions alive.
移民常常在保持他们的传统活力的同时，适应新社会。
phrasal-verb

adapt to

改变自己的行为以适应新的情况或文化
Meaning
to change your behavior to fit a new situation or culture
Example
It takes patience to **adapt to** a completely different lifestyle.
适应完全不同的生活方式需要耐心。
idiom

a closed book

某事或某人很难理解
Meaning
something or someone that is difficult to understand
Example
He’s **a closed book** when it comes to his personal life.
当涉及到他的个人生活时，他就像一本封闭的书。
idiom

a sound mind in a sound body

心理健康依赖于身体健康
Meaning
mental health depends on physical health
Example
**A sound mind in a sound body** is the key to a happy life.
健康的身体才有健康的心灵，这是通往幸福生活的关键。
idiom

as wise as an owl

非常聪明或博学
Meaning
very wise or knowledgeable
Example
My grandfather is **as wise as an owl**.
我的祖父**像猫头鹰一样聪明**。
idiom

As I see it

根据我的理解或意见
Meaning
According to my understanding or opinion
Example
As I see it, we need to try a different strategy.
在我看来，我们需要尝试不同的策略。
idiom

A peaceful mind is a happy mind

心境的平静带来幸福和满足。
Meaning
Mental calmness leads to happiness and contentment.
Example
She believes that **a peaceful mind is a happy mind**.
她认为**平静的心灵是幸福的心灵**。
phrasal-verb

adjust for change

做出修改以应对新的情况
Meaning
to make modifications to deal with new circumstances
Example
The manager asked everyone to **adjust for change** during the transition.
经理要求大家在过渡期间调整以应对变化。
idiom

android-like

像机器人一样没有情感或机械地行动
Meaning
acting emotionless or mechanical like a robot
Example
He works in an **android-like** manner, without any emotion.
他以**android-like**的方式工作，没有任何情感。
idiom

against all odds

尽管困难重重
Meaning
despite great difficulties or challenges
Example
She succeeded **against all odds** and became a doctor.
她克服重重困难，最终成为医生。
idiom

answer the call of duty

履行某人的义务，尤其是在困难情况下
Meaning
to fulfill one's obligation, especially in a difficult situation
Example
Firefighters **answered the call of duty** during the massive fire.
消防员在大火中履行了他们的职责。
idiom

a match made in heaven

天造地设的一对，非常适合彼此
Meaning
a perfect couple, very well suited for each other
Example
They are truly **a match made in heaven**.
他们真的是天造地设的一对。
idiom

a flash in the pan

一开始看起来有希望但最终失败的东西
Meaning
something that seems promising at first but fails to deliver
Example
The peace talks were just **a flash in the pan**.
和平谈判只是**昙花一现**。
idiom

at the back of one's mind

一个人没有积极地去想但仍然意识到的事情
Meaning
something that one is not actively thinking about but is still aware of
Example
The fear of failure was always **at the back of his mind**.
对失败的恐惧总是在他的脑海深处。
idiom

At your own risk

你对任何可能的危险或损失负责。
Meaning
You are responsible for any possible danger or loss.
Example
You can enter the cave, but it’s **at your own risk**.
你可以进入洞穴，但这是**自担风险**。
idiom

A hit piece

一篇旨在损害某人声誉的文章或报道，通常是带有偏见或不公平的方式。
Meaning
A story or article intended to damage someone's reputation, often in a biased or unfair way.
Example
The editor criticized the paper for publishing such a **hit piece** on the politician.
编辑批评该报刊登这样一篇针对政客的 **hit piece**。
idiom

a weight off one's shoulders

解决问题或负担后的轻松感觉
Meaning
a feeling of relief after a problem or burden is resolved
Example
When she finished the project, it felt like a **weight off her shoulders**.
当她完成项目时，她感觉像肩上的重担被卸下了一样。
idiom

a man of vision

具有远见和想象力的人
Meaning
a person who has foresight and imagination
Example
He is **a man of vision** who transformed the company.
他是一个有远见的人，改变了公司。
phrasal-verb

adapt out of necessity

因环境要求而改变行为或计划
Meaning
to change behavior or plans because circumstances require it
Example
During the crisis, businesses had to **adapt out of necessity**.
在危机期间，企业不得不**出于必要而适应**。
idiom

agree to disagree

接受你有不同的观点并停止争论
Meaning
to accept that you have different opinions and stop arguing
Example
We’ll just **agree to disagree** on this topic.
我们只需在这个话题上**同意不同意**。
idiom

a cold war

没有公开战争的政治敌对状态
Meaning
a state of political hostility without open warfare
Example
The two nations seem to be entering **a cold war** again.
这两个国家似乎又进入了一场冷战。
idiom

a fool and his money are soon parted

那些不小心管理自己钱财的人，很快就会失去它
Meaning
people who are careless with their money will lose it quickly
Example
He spent all his money on useless gadgets; **a fool and his money are soon parted**.
他把所有的钱都花在了无用的电子产品上；**傻瓜和他的钱很快就会分开**。
phrasal-verb

adapt over time

逐渐适应变化或新环境
Meaning
to gradually adjust to changes or new circumstances
Example
Teams often **adapt over time** as they face different challenges.
团队通常会**随着时间的推移适应**不同的挑战。
idiom

all work and no play

一个只工作的人变得无聊且单调
Meaning
a person who only works becomes dull and boring
Example
**All work and no play** makes Jack a dull boy.
所有工作和没有游戏让杰克变得无聊。
idiom

a blank page

一个新的开始; 一个重新开始的机会
Meaning
a new beginning; an opportunity to start fresh
Example
After graduation, she saw her life as **a blank page** waiting to be written.
毕业后，她把自己的生活看作**空白页面**，等待着被书写。
phrasal-verb

adapt for

修改或调整某物，使其适合新的文化或目的
Meaning
to modify or adjust something to make it suitable for a new culture or purpose
Example
The book was **adapted for** a film that appealed to global audiences.
这本书被**改编为**一部吸引全球观众的电影。
idiom

A solid foundation

一个强大且可靠的基础或起点。
Meaning
A strong and reliable base or starting point.
Example
The success of this company is built on a **solid foundation** of hard work and dedication.
这家公司的成功建立在**坚实的基础**上，靠的是辛勤工作和奉献精神。
idiom

act on

根据信息采取行动
Meaning
to respond to information with action
Example
We need to **act on** the survey results immediately.
我们需要立即对调查结果采取行动。
idiom

a clear conscience

一种没有罪恶感或后悔的状态
Meaning
a state of being free from guilt or regret
Example
She could sleep soundly at night because she had **a clear conscience**.
她晚上能安然入睡，因为她有一颗清白的良心。
idiom

a dime a dozen

非常常见且不值钱
Meaning
very common and not valuable
Example
Those toys are **a dime a dozen** at the market.
那些玩具在市场上非常常见。
idiom

All for one and one for all

团队中的每个人都为共同的利益而合作。
Meaning
Everyone in the group works together for the common good.
Example
In our company, we believe in the motto, **all for one and one for all**.
在我们的公司，我们相信这个座右铭：**人人为我，我为人人**。
idiom

a friend in need is a friend indeed

真正的朋友是在困难时帮助你的人
Meaning
a true friend helps you in difficult times
Example
When I was sick, Jane took care of me—**a friend in need is a friend indeed**.
我生病时，简照顾了我——患难见真情。
idiom

a ray of sunshine

给人带来幸福的人或事
Meaning
someone or something that brings happiness
Example
Her smile is **a ray of sunshine** on a gloomy day.
她的笑容是**阴暗日子里的阳光**。
phrasal-verb

adjust within a team

调整行为以更好地与同事合作
Meaning
to modify behavior to work better with colleagues
Example
New members often need time to **adjust within a team**.
新成员通常需要时间来**在团队中调整**。
idiom

a shoulder to cry on

当你难过时，能听你倾诉并支持你的人
Meaning
someone who listens and supports you when you are sad
Example
She has always been **a shoulder to cry on** when I needed help.
当我需要帮助时，她总是**一个可以哭诉的肩膀**。
idiom

as honest as the day is long

完全诚实和值得信赖
Meaning
completely honest and trustworthy
Example
Everyone knows that Tom is **as honest as the day is long**.
每个人都知道汤姆是**像白天一样诚实**。
idiom

a front-page story

一条重要到足以登上报纸头版的新闻
Meaning
a news story that is important enough to be placed on the front page of a newspaper
Example
The fire in the city center was **a front-page story** for the national newspapers.
市中心的火灾是全国报纸的头版新闻。
idiom

A truth universally acknowledged

一个普遍接受的真理。
Meaning
A widely accepted truth or belief.
Example
**A truth universally acknowledged** is that honesty is important.
**一个普遍接受的真理** 是诚实很重要。
idiom

a miscarriage of justice

法院作出的错误或不公平的决定
Meaning
a wrong or unfair decision by a court
Example
The innocent man’s imprisonment was **a miscarriage of justice**.
无辜男子的监禁是**司法的不公**。
phrasal-verb

act up to

按照预期或适当的方式行事
Meaning
to behave according to what is expected or suitable
Example
She tries to **act up to** her reputation as a hardworking student.
她努力保持作为一个勤奋学生的良好声誉。
idiom

a bolt from the blue

突然和意想不到的事件或消息
Meaning
a sudden and unexpected event or news
Example
His resignation came **like a bolt from the blue**.
他的辞职就像晴天霹雳一样。
idiom

a daydreamer

一个花很多时间想着愉快事情而不是工作的人的人
Meaning
someone who spends a lot of time thinking about pleasant things rather than working
Example
She’s **a daydreamer** who often forgets what she’s doing.
她是一个**白日梦者**，经常忘记自己在做什么。
phrasal-verb

appeal to

正式或真诚地请求某人帮助
Meaning
to ask someone earnestly or formally for help
Example
The charity **appealed to** the public for donations.
慈善机构**向**公众呼吁捐款。
idiom

A thirst for knowledge

渴望学习新事物。
Meaning
A strong desire to learn new things.
Example
He has **a thirst for knowledge** and reads constantly.
他有**对知识的渴望**，并且不断阅读。
idiom

a game plan

策略或行动计划
Meaning
a strategy or plan of action
Example
We need a clear **game plan** before we start the meeting.
我们在开始会议之前需要一个清晰的游戏计划
idiom

a burning desire

强烈和深切的渴望去实现某事
Meaning
a strong and intense wish to achieve something
Example
She has **a burning desire** to become the best in her field.
她有 **强烈的渴望** 成为她领域的最佳。
idiom

as thick as two short planks

非常愚蠢或迟钝
Meaning
very stupid or slow-witted
Example
He’s **as thick as two short planks**, bless him.
他**像两块短木板一样愚蠢**，祝福他。
phrasal-verb

attach to

将文件或文档附加到电子邮件中
Meaning
to include a file or document with an email
Example
I've **attached** the report **to** this email.
我已将报告附加到此电子邮件。
idiom

a bug in the system

程序或系统中的问题或错误
Meaning
a problem or error in a program or system
Example
There seems to be **a bug in the system** causing slow performance.
似乎 **系统中有一个bug**，导致性能缓慢。
phrasal-verb

add up revenue

计算总收入或销售额
Meaning
to calculate total income or sales
Example
The accountant will **add up revenue** from all branches.
会计将来自所有分支的收入加总。
idiom

artificial empathy

人工智能模仿或模拟人类情感的能力
Meaning
AI's ability to simulate or mimic human emotions
Example
The robot therapist shows **artificial empathy** during sessions.
机器人治疗师在会话中展示**人工同理心**。
idiom

a lump in your throat

感到情绪激动或快要哭泣
Meaning
feeling emotional or about to cry
Example
He felt **a lump in his throat** when he said goodbye.
他说再见时，**喉咙里有块疙瘩**。
idiom

ahead of its time

在当时显得异常先进或创新
Meaning
to be unusually advanced or innovative for its era
Example
That invention was **ahead of its time**.
那个发明超越了它所处的时代。
idiom

a man of his word

一个信守诺言的人
Meaning
a person who keeps their promises
Example
He’s **a man of his word**, you can trust him.
他是一个信守诺言的人，你可以信任他。
idiom

a tough call

nán de juédìng
Meaning
a difficult decision to make
Example
Choosing between the two offers was **a tough call**.
Zài liǎng gè tíyì zhī jiān xuǎnzé shì nán de juédìng.
phrasal-verb

account for

解释某事的原因; 代表某事的一部分
Meaning
to explain the reason for something; to represent a portion of something
Example
These factors **account for** most of the differences in results.
这些因素 **解释了** 结果中的大部分差异。
idiom

a smoke-filled room

一个有权势的人在此做出秘密的政治决定的地方
Meaning
a place where powerful people make secret political decisions
Example
The policy was decided in **a smoke-filled room**, not in public.
政策是在**烟雾弥漫的房间**里决定的，而不是在公众面前。
phrasal-verb

argue over

就某事发生分歧或争斗
Meaning
to have a disagreement or fight about something
Example
They often **argue over** project deadlines in the office.
他们经常在办公室里争论项目的最后期限。
idiom

A snapshot of

对某事的简要概述或摘要
Meaning
A brief look or summary of something
Example
The report gives **a snapshot of** our company's performance.
报告提供了我们公司业绩的简要概述。
idiom

a drama queen

一个夸大其词或对情况过度反应的人
Meaning
someone who exaggerates or overreacts to situations
Example
Stop acting like **a drama queen**; it’s not that serious.
别像一个戏剧女王一样表现; 事情没有那么严重。
idiom

algorithmic bias

算法对某些数据或结果的系统性偏好，通常是无意的。
Meaning
the systematic favoritism towards certain data or outcomes by an algorithm, often unintentionally.
Example
The development team worked to eliminate **algorithmic bias** in the AI model.
开发团队致力于消除AI模型中的**算法偏见**。
idiom

a slap on the wrist

一种非常轻微的惩罚
Meaning
a very mild punishment
Example
He got **a slap on the wrist** for such a serious offense.
他因如此严重的罪行而得到了**一种非常轻微的惩罚**。
phrasal-verb

adapt culturally

调整行为或心态以适应另一种文化
Meaning
to adjust behavior or mindset to fit into another culture
Example
When moving abroad, it’s important to **adapt culturally** to the new environment.
当你移居国外时，适应新环境时非常重要。你必须**适应文化**。
idiom

a gift from the heavens

一种祝福或非常特别的东西
Meaning
a blessing or something very special
Example
Her support during the tough times was **a gift from the heavens**.
她在困难时刻的支持是来自天堂的礼物。
idiom

a masterpiece in the making

具有成为杰出的巨大潜力的事物
Meaning
something that has great potential to become exceptional
Example
Her new sculpture is **a masterpiece in the making**.
她的新雕塑是**一个正在酝酿的杰作**。
idiom

a catnap

小睡一会儿
Meaning
a short, light sleep
Example
I took **a catnap** after lunch.
我在午饭后小睡了一会儿。
idiom

at war with oneself

内心挣扎或冲突
Meaning
to be conflicted or struggling internally
Example
She is **at war with herself** about the decision to move abroad.
她在**与自己作战**，关于是否搬到国外的决定。