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idiom

a weight off your shoulders

从处理压力情境后的解脱
Meaning
relief after dealing with a stressful situation
Example
Finishing the project felt like **a weight off my shoulders**.
完成这个项目就像把肩上的重担卸下来。
idiom

an apple a day keeps the doctor away

健康的饮食有助于保持健康
Meaning
eating healthy food helps you stay well
Example
My mom always says, '**An apple a day keeps the doctor away**.'
我妈妈总是说，'每天一个苹果能让医生远离。'
idiom

a good Samaritan

一個在需要時幫助他人的人
Meaning
a person who helps others in need
Example
A **good Samaritan** helped the injured man on the road.
一個**好撒馬利亞人**幫助了路上受傷的男人。
idiom

a level playing field

一个公平的环境，让每个人都有平等的机会
Meaning
a fair situation where everyone has equal chances
Example
We want to create **a level playing field** for all competitors.
我们希望为所有参赛者创造一个公平的竞争环境。
idiom

Ahead of one’s time

拥有过于先进的想法或态度，超越了当下的时代。
Meaning
Having ideas or attitudes that are too advanced for the present.
Example
Her designs were ahead of her time.
她的设计超越了她的时代。
idiom

a piece of the puzzle

更大情况或问题的小部分
Meaning
a small part of a larger situation or problem
Example
Finding the right team is just **a piece of the puzzle** in creating a successful business.
找到合适的团队只是创建成功企业中的**一块拼图**。
idiom

at peace with oneself

感到平静并接受自己
Meaning
feeling calm and accepting of oneself
Example
She felt **at peace with herself** after making the decision.
做出决定后，她感到**与自己和解**。
idiom

as fresh as a daisy

精力充沛，一点也不累
Meaning
full of energy and not tired
Example
Even after the hike, she looked **as fresh as a daisy**.
即使徒步旅行之后，她看起来仍然像雏菊一样清新。
idiom

answer for something

对发生的坏事负责
Meaning
to be responsible for something bad that happens
Example
You’ll have to **answer for your actions** if things go wrong.
如果事情出了问题，你必须为你的行为负责。
idiom

a lightbulb moment

一个突然的意识或理解
Meaning
a sudden realization or understanding
Example
When I saw the results, I had a **lightbulb moment**.
当我看到结果时，我有一个**灯泡时刻**。
idiom

act out

通过行动来表现或表达情感
Meaning
to perform or express emotions through actions
Example
Children often **act out** their frustrations.
孩子们经常通过行动来表现他们的挫折感。
idiom

a bumper crop

异常丰收
Meaning
an unusually large harvest
Example
Farmers are happy this year because of **a bumper crop** of rice.
农民们今年很高兴，因为**丰收的稻米**。
idiom

air gap

安全与不安全系统之间的物理隔离
Meaning
a physical separation between secure and insecure systems
Example
Critical networks are kept **air-gapped** to prevent unauthorized access.
关键网络被**气隔离**以防止未经授权的访问。
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**。
idiom

A political animal

一个非常感兴趣并且有才华的人
Meaning
A person who is very interested in politics and has a talent for it
Example
He’s known to be a real **political animal**.
他以一个真正的**政治动物**而闻名。
idiom

a cut above

比其他人更好；在质量或能力上更强
Meaning
better than others; superior in quality or ability
Example
Her work is **a cut above** the rest.
她的工作 **远超他人**。
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 Scrooge

一个非常吝啬或小气的人。
Meaning
A very stingy or miserly person.
Example
Don’t be **a Scrooge**—it’s Christmas!
别做吝啬鬼——现在是圣诞节！
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 man of integrity

一个诚实且道德上正直的人
Meaning
someone who is honest and morally upright
Example
He is known as **a man of integrity** in the business world.
他在商业世界中被称为一个有正直的人。
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 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 Eureka moment

突然的发现或顿悟时刻
Meaning
a moment of sudden discovery or realization
Example
He had **a Eureka moment** when he solved the equation.
他在解决方程时经历了**尤里卡时刻**。
idiom

a rising tide of opportunity

有利于许多人增长或成功的机会的增加
Meaning
an increase in opportunities for growth or success that benefits many people
Example
The new technology sector is creating **a rising tide of opportunity** for young entrepreneurs.
新技术领域正在为年轻的企业家创造 **a rising tide of opportunity**。
idiom

at loggerheads

在强烈的分歧或冲突中
Meaning
in strong disagreement or conflict
Example
The two departments have been **at loggerheads** over the new policy.
这两个部门在新政策上存在强烈的分歧。
idiom

at the end of the day

当一切都考虑到时；最终
Meaning
when everything is considered; ultimately
Example
**At the end of the day**, teamwork solved the problem.
最终，团队合作解决了问题。
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

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**。
idiom

all in the same boat

处于相同的情况或面临相同的挑战
Meaning
in the same situation or facing the same challenges
Example
We're all **in the same boat**, so let's work together to solve this problem.
我们都**在同一条船上**，所以让我们一起合作解决这个问题。
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。
idiom

a smart cookie

一个非常聪明或有智慧的人
Meaning
a very clever or intelligent person
Example
Don’t underestimate her; she’s **a smart cookie**.
不要低估她; 她是 **一个聪明的饼干**。
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。
idiom

asleep on your feet

极度疲倦，几乎要睡着
Meaning
extremely tired and almost falling asleep
Example
You look **asleep on your feet** after working all day.
你工作了一整天，看起来快要睡着了。
idiom

a little bird told me

有人悄悄告诉我某些事情
Meaning
someone told me something secretly
Example
A **little bird told me** that you got a new job.
一只**小鸟告诉我**你找到了新工作。
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

As far as I can tell

根据我理解的；根据我知道的
Meaning
As I understand; based on what I know
Example
As far as I can tell, everything is fine.
根据我理解的，一切都很好。
idiom

a fish out of water

在陌生环境中感到不舒服
Meaning
feeling uncomfortable in an unfamiliar situation
Example
She felt like **a fish out of water** at the new school.
她在新学校里感觉就像 **一条鱼离开水**。
idiom

A shot in the dark

一个没有太多或任何关于结果的了解就做出的猜测或尝试
Meaning
a guess or attempt made without knowing much or anything about the result
Example
His idea about solving the problem was just **a shot in the dark**.
他解决问题的想法只是**A shot in the dark**。
idiom

age before beauty

幽默地用来让年长的人先行
Meaning
used humorously to let an older person go first
Example
He opened the door and said, '**Age before beauty**,' letting his grandmother enter first.
他打开门说：“**年龄先于美貌**”，让他的奶奶先进去。
idiom

a chapter of one’s life

人生中的一个阶段或时期
Meaning
a period or stage in someone’s life
Example
Leaving college was the end of an important **chapter of her life**.
离开大学是她人生中一个重要篇章的结束。
idiom

a peace of mind

精神和情绪平静的状态
Meaning
a state of mental and emotional calmness
Example
After the long vacation, she finally got **a peace of mind**.
长假之后，她终于得到了内心的平静。
idiom

against the clock

尽可能快地做某事，因为时间有限
Meaning
to do something as fast as possible because time is limited
Example
We were working **against the clock** to finish the project on time.
我们正在与时间赛跑，以便按时完成项目。
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

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

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

anchors aweigh

准备出发或开始一段旅程。
Meaning
Ready to depart or begin a journey.
Example
With our bags packed, it’s **anchors aweigh** for the road trip!
我们的行李已经打包好，**锚起航**，准备开始公路旅行!
idiom

as easy as ABC

非常容易做或理解
Meaning
very easy to do or understand
Example
For him, solving math problems is **as easy as ABC**.
对他来说，解决数学问题非常容易。
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**。
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 light at the end of the tunnel

表示情况很快会有所改善的迹象；在困难情况下的希望
Meaning
a sign that a situation will improve soon; hope in a difficult situation
Example
After months of hard work, she finally saw **a light at the end of the tunnel**.
经过几个月的努力工作后，她终于看到了**隧道尽头的光**。
idiom

a window of opportunity

一个短暂的时期，在此期间可以有效地行动
Meaning
a short period when one has a chance to act effectively
Example
We have **a window of opportunity** to finalize the deal this week.
我们有**一个机会之窗**来完成这周的交易。
idiom

a brush with fame

与名人短暂的相遇或经历
Meaning
a brief encounter or experience with a famous person
Example
During the exhibition, I had **a brush with fame** when I met a renowned painter.
在展览期间，我与一位著名画家见面，算是一次**与名气的擦肩而过**。
idiom

a penny saved is a penny earned

节省钱就像赚取钱一样有价值
Meaning
saving money is just as valuable as earning it
Example
My grandfather always said, '**a penny saved is a penny earned**.'
我的祖父总是说，'一分钱省下就是一分钱赚到。'
idiom

a ray of hope

可能成功或改善的一个小迹象
Meaning
a small sign of possible success or improvement
Example
The new treatment gave patients **a ray of hope**.
新的治疗给患者带来了**希望的光芒**。
idiom

acid test

一个关键测试，证明某物的价值或成功
Meaning
a crucial test that proves the value or success of something
Example
The product launch will be the **acid test** of our new design.
产品发布将是我们新设计的**酸性测试**。
idiom

answer for

对某事负责，并就此向他人解释
Meaning
to be responsible for something and answer to others about it
Example
She had to **answer for** the mistakes made by her team.
她必须为她团队所犯的错误**负责**。
idiom

act your age

表现出与你年龄相符的行为
Meaning
behave in a manner appropriate to your age
Example
Stop being so childish and **act your age**!
别那么幼稚，**要表现得符合你的年龄**！
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

A negative outlook

悲观的态度或观点
Meaning
A pessimistic attitude or perspective
Example
He always has **a negative outlook** on life.
他对生活总是持悲观态度。
idiom

a meeting of minds

一种人们达成一致或有共同理解的情况
Meaning
a situation where people agree or have a shared understanding
Example
The agreement was the result of a real **meeting of minds**.
该协议是一次真正的思想碰面的结果。
idiom

a workaholic

一个工作过度且很难停止的人
Meaning
a person who works too much and finds it hard to stop
Example
He’s such **a workaholic**, even on weekends he works.
他是个**工作狂**，即使是周末也在工作。
idiom

A friend to all is a friend to none

那些试图取悦每个人的人最终可能没有取悦任何人
Meaning
Someone who tries to please everyone may end up pleasing no one
Example
He is friendly to everyone, but he has no real close friends because **a friend to all is a friend to none**.
他对每个人都很友好，但他没有真正亲近的朋友，因为**每个人的朋友是没有朋友的**。
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 crash course

短期强化学习课程
Meaning
a short and intensive course of study
Example
I had to take a **crash course** in programming before starting the job.
在开始工作之前，我不得不参加一个编程**速成课程**。
idiom

architectural eye candy

某些在视觉上吸引人但可能缺乏实质或功能的东西
Meaning
something that is visually appealing but may lack substance or functionality
Example
The new skyscraper in the city is just **architectural eye candy**.
这座城市的新摩天大楼只是**建筑眼睛糖果**。
idiom

a helping hand

帮助或协助他人的人
Meaning
someone who helps or assists others
Example
She offered **a helping hand** to the new student in class.
她为班级里的新学生提供了**一只援助之手**。
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

act of kindness

帮助他人的单一好行为或姿势
Meaning
a single good deed or gesture to help others
Example
That was such a beautiful **act of kindness**.
那真是一个美丽的善举。
idiom

A scoop

一条独家的新闻
Meaning
An exclusive piece of news
Example
The journalist got **a scoop** about the minister’s resignation.
记者得到了有关部长辞职的**独家新闻**。
idiom

a breakthrough

在科学或研究中取得的重要发现或成就
Meaning
a significant discovery or achievement in science or research
Example
The team made **a breakthrough** in cancer research.
团队在癌症研究中取得了突破。
idiom

a mind like a sieve

记忆力非常差
Meaning
to have a very bad memory
Example
He forgets everything; he has **a mind like a sieve**.
他什么都忘了；他的记忆力像筛子一样。
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。
idiom

adapt to new surroundings

适应新的环境或情况
Meaning
to adjust to a new environment or situation
Example
After moving to a new city, it took her some time to **adapt to new surroundings**.
搬到新城市后，她花了一些时间才**适应新的环境**。
idiom

a fair trial

一个所有方都被平等和公正对待的审判
Meaning
a trial where all sides are treated equally and justly
Example
The defendant demanded **a fair trial** to prove his innocence.
被告要求**一个公正的审判**来证明他的无辜。
idiom

a roof over your head

一个住的地方；一个避难所
Meaning
a place to live; a shelter
Example
At least we have **a roof over our heads**.
至少我们有一个地方住。
idiom

A flash of inspiration

突如其来的创意
Meaning
A sudden creative idea
Example
He had **a flash of inspiration** while working late at night.
他在深夜工作时有了**灵感的闪现**。
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

as free as a bird

完全自由；无忧无虑
Meaning
completely free; without worries
Example
After the exams, I felt **as free as a bird**.
考试后，我感到完全自由。
idiom

a smooth sea never made a skilled sailor

挑战和困难让人变得更强大，更有经验。
Meaning
Challenges and difficulties make people stronger and more experienced.
Example
Remember, **a smooth sea never made a skilled sailor**—you’ll learn from tough times.
记住，**平静的海洋从未造就过一个熟练的水手** — 你会从困难时光中学习。
idiom

a go-getter

一个非常有活力并且决心成功的人
Meaning
someone who is very energetic and determined to succeed
Example
He’s **a go-getter** who never gives up on his goals.
他是一个**go-getter**，从不放弃他的目标。
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

ace the test

在考试或任务中表现出色
Meaning
to perform extremely well on an exam or task
Example
She **aced the test** and got the highest score.
她**考试通过**并获得了最高分。
idiom

adapt to the changing times

适应新的条件或环境
Meaning
to adjust to new conditions or circumstances
Example
In order to survive in this fast-paced world, you must **adapt to the changing times**.
为了在这个快节奏的世界中生存，你必须**适应变化的时代**。
idiom

a chatterbox

一个说很多话的人，特别是一个孩子
Meaning
someone who talks a lot, especially a child
Example
My little sister is **a chatterbox**; she never stops talking.
我的妹妹是 **话痨**；她从不停止说话。
idiom

a figure of speech

一种以非字面意义用于强调或效果的短语
Meaning
a phrase used in a non-literal way for effect or emphasis
Example
When he said he could eat a horse, it was just **a figure of speech**.
当他说他能吃一匹马时，这只是**一种修辞手法**
idiom

a party animal

喜欢参加派对的人
Meaning
someone who loves going to parties
Example
My roommate is **a party animal**; she goes out every weekend.
我的室友是**a party animal**；她每个周末都会出去。
idiom

above board

诚实合法; 没有欺骗
Meaning
honest and legal; without deceit
Example
Their business deal was completely **above board**.
他们的商业交易完全是**诚实合法**的。
idiom

Ask a million questions

非常好奇，问很多问题。
Meaning
To be extremely curious and ask many questions.
Example
Kids often **ask a million questions** about everything.
孩子们常常问**一百万个问题**关于一切。
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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。
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a dead-end job

没有晋升或改善机会的工作
Meaning
a job with no opportunity for advancement or improvement
Example
He quit his **dead-end job** to start his own business.
他辞去了他的**死胡同工作**，开始了自己的生意。
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a game changer

完全改变事物处理方式的东西
Meaning
something that completely changes the way things are done
Example
The new technology is a **game changer** for the healthcare industry.
新技术是医疗行业的变革者。
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a snowball effect

一种情况，其中某事物的规模或重要性以越来越快的速度增加
Meaning
a situation in which something increases in size or importance at a faster and faster rate
Example
The more followers she got, the more famous she became, creating **a snowball effect**.
她的追随者越多，她就越有名，形成了一个雪球效应。
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A rising tide lifts all boats

当经济改善时，每个人都会在某种程度上受益。
Meaning
When the economy improves, everyone benefits to some extent.
Example
When the new policies boosted trade, people said that **a rising tide lifts all boats**.
当新政策促进了贸易时，人们说：“水涨船高”。
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A Pandora’s box

无尽麻烦或复杂问题的来源。
Meaning
A source of endless complications or trouble.
Example
Discussing that topic will open a **Pandora’s box** of complaints.
讨论那个话题会打开一个潘多拉的盒子，引发很多抱怨。
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A hard row to hoe

一个困难的任务或挑战。
Meaning
A difficult task or challenge.
Example
Getting this project done on time is going to be **a hard row to hoe**.
按时完成这个项目将是 **一个困难的任务**。
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a win-win situation

一个每个人都受益的情况
Meaning
a situation where everyone benefits
Example
Merging the two companies created **a win-win situation** for both parties.
合并这两家公司为双方创造了**双赢的局面**。
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a ticking time bomb

一个随时可能变得危险的情况或人。
Meaning
A situation or person that could become dangerous at any moment.
Example
His anger issues make him **a ticking time bomb**.
他的愤怒问题让他成为一颗定时炸弹。
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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
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a walking encyclopedia

一个知道很多关于许多主题的人
Meaning
a person who knows a lot about many subjects
Example
Ask him anything about history—he’s **a walking encyclopedia**.
问他任何关于历史的事情——他是**一本行走的百科全书**。
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A stitch in time saves nine

尽早解决一个小问题可以防止以后出现更大的问题。
Meaning
Solving a small problem early prevents a bigger problem later.
Example
Fix that leak now — a stitch in time saves nine.
现在就修理那个漏水 — 及时处理可以省下九个问题。
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a cog in the machine

大型系统中的一个小而重要的部分
Meaning
a small but essential part of a large system
Example
Every engineer is **a cog in the machine** that keeps the factory running.
每个工程师都是**机器中的一颗齿轮**，帮助工厂运转。
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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**。
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a roller coaster of emotions

经历强烈且波动的情感
Meaning
experiencing intense and fluctuating emotions
Example
Her life has been **a roller coaster of emotions** since the accident.
自从事故以来，她的生活就像一场情感过山车。
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a kind heart

一个慷慨而关心他人的人
Meaning
a person who is generous and caring
Example
Her **kind heart** is what makes her loved by everyone.
她的**善良的心**使她深受大家喜爱。
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a penny for your thoughts

询问某人在想什么的一种方式
Meaning
a way of asking someone what they are thinking about
Example
You look lost in thought — **a penny for your thoughts**?
你看起来心事重重——在想什么？
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all smiles

非常开心和愉快
Meaning
very happy and cheerful
Example
He was **all smiles** after hearing the compliment.
听到赞美后，他笑容满面。
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A Faustian bargain

为权力或成功而牺牲道德完整性的交易。
Meaning
A deal where one sacrifices moral integrity for power or success.
Example
Signing that contract was **a Faustian bargain** for him.
签署那份合同对他来说是一个福斯蒂安交易。
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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**。
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a trusted ally

一个可以信任并且可靠的人或团体
Meaning
a person or group that is trusted and reliable
Example
She has always been **a trusted ally** in our business ventures.
她一直是我们商业计划中的**一个可信赖的盟友**。
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ace a test

在考试中表现极好
Meaning
to do extremely well on a test
Example
He studied hard and managed to **ace the test**.
他努力学习，并成功地 **通过了考试**。
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adapt or perish

为了生存，必须适应新的条件
Meaning
to survive, one must adjust to the new conditions
Example
In the business world, it's all about **adapt or perish**.
在商业世界中，一切都与**适应或灭亡**有关。
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a full plate

非常忙或有很多事情要做
Meaning
to be very busy or have many things to do
Example
I can’t join the trip now; I’ve got **a full plate**.
我现在不能参加旅行；我有**很多事情要做**。
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a rollercoaster of emotions

在短时间内经历非常高和非常低的情绪状态
Meaning
to experience very high and very low emotional states in a short time
Example
The week was **a rollercoaster of emotions**, with moments of joy and sadness.
这一周是**一个情绪过山车**，充满了快乐和悲伤的时刻。
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as fit as a fiddle

对某事感到非常厌烦或恼火
Meaning
in very good health
Example
My grandfather is 80 but still **as fit as a fiddle**.
我已经厌倦了听他的借口。
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a social butterfly

一个非常社交并且喜欢与人见面的人
Meaning
someone who is very social and enjoys meeting people
Example
He’s **a social butterfly**, always at some event or gathering.
他是**社交蝴蝶**，总是在某个活动或聚会上。
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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。
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a diplomatic tightrope

一个非常微妙或危险的外交局势
Meaning
a very delicate or risky diplomatic situation
Example
Managing relations with both rivals is a **diplomatic tightrope**.
与两个对手保持关系是一个**外交钢索**。
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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。
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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。
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a glimpse into the future

对未来可能是怎样的一个小小暗示
Meaning
a small indication of what the future might be like
Example
This technology gives us **a glimpse into the future**.
这项技术给我们一个未来的瞥见。
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as thick as thieves

成为非常亲密的朋友，共享秘密。
Meaning
To be very close friends who share secrets.
Example
Lisa and Nora are **as thick as thieves** since childhood.
丽莎和诺拉从小就是非常亲密的朋友。