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phrasal-verb

burst into laughter

突然大声笑出声
Meaning
to suddenly start laughing loudly
Example
They **burst into laughter** after hearing the funny story.
他们听到那个有趣的故事后突然大笑起来。
phrasal-verb

fit around

组织工作或任务，以适应其他活动或人员
Meaning
to organize work or tasks to accommodate other activities or people
Example
She managed to **fit her schedule around** her team’s needs to ensure smooth collaboration.
她设法将自己的**时间表安排**在她团队的需求周围，以确保顺利的合作。
phrasal-verb

chill down

在沮丧或压力之后放松和冷静下来
Meaning
to relax and become calm after being upset or stressed
Example
After a tough day, I usually take a walk to **chill down**.
经过艰难的一天，我通常散步以放松自己。
phrasal-verb

deal away

通过交易或妥协放弃某物
Meaning
to give up something through a trade or compromise
Example
He **dealt away** his shares for quick cash.
他**交易掉**了自己的股份换取快速现金。
phrasal-verb

stand together

团结一致，共同为某一事业而行动
Meaning
to unite and act as one in support of a cause
Example
Communities must **stand together** to fight social injustice.
社区必须团结一致以对抗社会不公。
idiom

play on someone's emotions

通过诉诸某人的感情来影响某人
Meaning
to influence someone by appealing to their feelings
Example
The ad tries to **play on people's emotions** to sell products.
广告试图**利用人们的情感**来销售产品。
idiom

dial back

减少某物的强度或数量
Meaning
to reduce the strength or amount of something
Example
We may need to **dial back** the advertising spend.
我们可能需要减少广告支出。
phrasal-verb

bring together ideas

将不同的想法或方法结合起来，追求共同目标
Meaning
to combine different thoughts or approaches for a shared goal
Example
The summit aims to **bring together ideas** from across nations for sustainable progress.
峰会的目标是**汇集各国的想法**，以促进可持续发展。
phrasal-verb

go overboard with

做某事过度或过分
Meaning
to do something too much or excessively
Example
He **went overboard with** his preparation and didn’t sleep for two days.
他**准备过头**，两天没睡觉。
phrasal-verb

bond through

通过分享经验或情感建立紧密关系。
Meaning
to form a close relationship by sharing experiences or emotions
Example
We **bonded through** our shared struggles in college.
我们通过大学里共同的奋斗**建立了联系**。
phrasal-verb

lay risks out

清楚地呈现潜在问题
Meaning
to present potential issues clearly
Example
Product leads **lay risks out** before we greenlight new features.
产品负责人在我们批准新功能之前列出风险
phrasal-verb

bring in ideas

引入或贡献新想法
Meaning
to introduce or contribute new ideas
Example
He encouraged the team to bring in new ideas for the project.
他鼓励团队为项目带来新想法。
idiom

talk out

讨论直到做出决定
Meaning
to discuss something until a decision is reached
Example
Let’s **talk out** the disagreement today.
今天我们要讨论争议，直到做出决定。
phrasal-verb

drive up prices

推高价格
Meaning
to cause prices to increase
Example
High demand for oil has **driven up prices** around the world.
石油需求量的增加已经**推高了全球价格**。
phrasal-verb

beam at

给某人一个大而快乐的微笑
Meaning
to give a big, happy smile to someone
Example
He **beamed at** his friends during the celebration.
他在庆祝活动中向他的朋友们微笑了
idiom

window of opportunity

一个短暂的时期，在这个时期内有机会
Meaning
a short period when a chance is available
Example
We have a small **window of opportunity** to launch this product.
我们有一个小的机会窗口来推出这个产品。
idiom

shake like a leaf

因害怕或紧张而颤抖
Meaning
to tremble with fear or nervousness
Example
She was **shaking like a leaf** before her first flight.
她在第一次飞行前**像叶子一样发抖**。
phrasal-verb

live up to promises

根据某人承诺或期望的行为
Meaning
to act according to what one has promised or expected
Example
Great leaders always **live up to** their promises.
伟大的领导者总是信守承诺。
idiom

hands are tied

由于规则或限制而无法自由行动
Meaning
to be unable to act freely because of rules or restrictions
Example
The government’s **hands are tied** due to international trade laws.
由于国际贸易法的限制，政府的双手被束缚。
idiom

measure up

达到预期的标准
Meaning
to meet expected standards
Example
The new hire has to **measure up** to the team’s standards.
新员工必须达到团队的标准。
idiom

tee up

为容易执行准备某事
Meaning
to prepare something for easy execution
Example
I’ll **tee up** the slides so you can start on time.
我会准备幻灯片，以便你准时开始。
idiom

recharge your batteries

休息并恢复能量
Meaning
to rest and regain energy
Example
I took a vacation to **recharge my batteries**.
我度假是为了**充电**。
idiom

have steam coming out of your ears

明显非常生气
Meaning
to be visibly very angry
Example
He had **steam coming out of his ears** when he saw the damage.
他看到损坏后，**气得发红**。
phrasal-verb

point to

显示某物的位置; 提出某物作为证据
Meaning
to show where something is; to suggest something as evidence
Example
All the facts **point to** his innocence.
所有的事实都指向他的清白。
phrasal-verb

work out differences

在各方之间找到解决方案或妥协
Meaning
to find a solution or compromise to disagreements between parties
Example
The two nations tried to **work out differences** through dialogue.
两个国家通过对话尝试解决分歧。
phrasal-verb

speak out on

公开表达对某事的重要看法
Meaning
to publicly express an opinion about something important
Example
The candidate decided to **speak out on** corruption during the debate.
候选人在辩论中决定公开表达对腐败的看法。
idiom

change gears

转变思考方式或做事方式
Meaning
to shift to a new way of thinking or doing things
Example
We need to **change gears** if we want to reach our target in time.
如果我们想按时达到目标，我们需要**换挡**。
idiom

a heart of steel

一个情感上坚强且不屈的人
Meaning
someone who is emotionally strong and unyielding
Example
Despite all the challenges, he handled everything with **a heart of steel**.
尽管面临所有挑战，他以**铁一般的心脏**应对了一切。
phrasal-verb

fade out

逐渐从视野或声音中消失
Meaning
to gradually disappear from view or sound
Example
The music **faded out** as the credits rolled.
音乐在字幕滚动时逐渐消失。
idiom

under the radar

未被注意或未被发现
Meaning
unnoticed or undetected
Example
He stayed **under the radar** during the investigation.
他在调查期间保持低调。
phrasal-verb

put away your phone

停止使用手机并把它放到一边
Meaning
to stop using your phone and keep it aside
Example
Please **put away your phone** during dinner.
请在吃饭时把手机放到一边。
phrasal-verb

reach out with thanks

与某人联系以表达感激
Meaning
to contact someone to express appreciation
Example
She always **reaches out with thanks** after receiving any help.
她在接受帮助后总是与某人联系以表达感激。
phrasal-verb

point down

将某物指向下方
Meaning
to direct something downward
Example
He **pointed down** to show where the leak was.
他指向下方来展示泄漏的位置。
idiom

better safe than sorry

谨慎总比冒险后悔要明智。
Meaning
It’s wiser to be cautious than to take risks and regret later.
Example
I always double-check the locks — **better safe than sorry**.
我总是仔细检查锁 — 谨慎总比事后后悔好。
idiom

well-oiled machine

顺畅高效运作的事物
Meaning
something that operates smoothly and efficiently
Example
Our engineering team runs like a **well-oiled machine**.
我们的工程团队像一台良好润滑的机器一样运行。
idiom

set your sights on

决定要实现某事；瞄准一个具体目标
Meaning
to decide to achieve something; to aim for a specific goal
Example
She has **set her sights on** becoming a doctor.
她下定决心要成为医生。
phrasal-verb

push back on

抵制或挑战提案或行动
Meaning
to resist or challenge a proposal or action
Example
Citizens **push back on** the policy until leaders revise it.
公民们抵制该政策，直到领导者重新审视它。
phrasal-verb

get back

返回一个地方; 找回失去的东西
Meaning
to return to a place; to recover something lost
Example
I hope you **get back** safely from your trip.
希望你能安全地从旅行中返回。
idiom

Curiosity killed the cat

过于好奇可能导致麻烦。
Meaning
Being too inquisitive can lead to trouble.
Example
Don't ask too many questions about his past — **curiosity killed the cat**.
不要问他太多关于过去的问题 — 好奇害死了猫。
phrasal-verb

tap into your potential

充分利用您的能力来实现成功
Meaning
to use your abilities fully to achieve success
Example
You must **tap into your potential** to unlock greater confidence.
你必须**发挥你的潜力**来解锁更大的自信。
phrasal-verb

talk about

讨论一个话题；在对话中提到某事
Meaning
to discuss a topic; to mention something in conversation
Example
We need to **talk about** your plans for next year.
我们需要**谈论**你明年的计划。
idiom

to steal the show

吸引所有的注意力或称赞
Meaning
to attract all the attention or praise
Example
Her performance in the play completely **stole the show**.
她在戏剧中的表演完全**抢了风头**。
phrasal-verb

lay out a vision

清晰地解释未来的计划或目标
Meaning
to clearly explain plans or goals for the future
Example
The CEO **laid out a vision** for the company’s next five years.
CEO为公司未来五年的规划提出了一个愿景。
phrasal-verb

take over from

从某人那里接管责任
Meaning
to assume responsibility from someone else
Example
After my father retired, I **took over from** him in managing family affairs.
在我父亲退休后，我 **接管了** 他在管理家庭事务方面的责任。
idiom

go on a spending spree

在短时间内花费大量金钱
Meaning
to spend a lot of money in a short period of time
Example
She **went on a spending spree** after getting her bonus.
她在拿到奖金后**大肆购物**。
idiom

sharp as a tack

非常聪明或思维敏捷
Meaning
very intelligent or quick-thinking
Example
She's **sharp as a tack** and always has the best answers in class.
她非常聪明，总是能给出课堂上最好的答案。
phrasal-verb

learn by

通过特定的方法或方式获得知识或技能
Meaning
to gain knowledge or skill through a specific way or method
Example
Many people **learn by** making mistakes and correcting them.
许多人通过犯错并改正它们来学习。
phrasal-verb

move beyond anger

放下怨恨，专注于和解
Meaning
to let go of resentment and focus on reconciliation
Example
She learned to **move beyond anger** and rebuild trust.
她学会了 **超越愤怒**，重建信任。
phrasal-verb

sign in to

输入用户名和密码以访问账户
Meaning
to enter a username and password to access an account
Example
Please **sign in to** your account before starting the quiz.
请在开始测验之前登录您的账户。
phrasal-verb

map onto

与特定的计划或想法匹配或连接
Meaning
to match or connect with a particular plan or idea
Example
Your skills **map onto** the company’s long-term vision perfectly.
你的技能完美契合公司长期愿景。
idiom

couch potato

一个花很多时间坐着看电视的人
Meaning
a person who spends a lot of time sitting and watching TV
Example
He’s such a **couch potato**, he never goes out or exercises.
他是一个 **couch potato**，他从不外出，也不做运动。
idiom

quiet down

安静下来或减少噪音
Meaning
to become calmer or make less noise
Example
The kids finally **quieted down** after story time.
孩子们在故事时间后终于安静下来了。
idiom

make a name for oneself

因某事而出名；成名
Meaning
to become well-known or famous for something
Example
He **made a name for himself** as a creative designer.
他作为一名有创意的设计师而出名。
phrasal-verb

go down with

得轻病
Meaning
to catch an illness, especially one that is not serious
Example
Several students **went down with** food poisoning.
几个学生**得了**食物中毒。
phrasal-verb

lean towards

倾向于支持或更喜欢一个建议而不是另一个
Meaning
to tend to support or prefer one suggestion over another
Example
I **lean towards** your idea because it’s more practical.
我倾向于你的想法，因为它更实用。
idiom

penny wise, pound foolish

小心使用少量的钱，但对大量的钱不小心
Meaning
being careful with small amounts of money but careless with large amounts
Example
She refuses to buy a $10 book, but spends $100 on clothes; she's **penny wise, pound foolish**.
她拒绝买一本10美元的书，却在衣服上花100美元；她是**penny wise, pound foolish**。
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

act the part

以符合特定角色或情境的方式行事
Meaning
to behave in a way that fits a particular role or situation
Example
If you want to be treated like a leader, you need to **act the part**.
如果你想像一个领导者一样被对待，你需要**扮演角色**。
phrasal-verb

get across

成功地传达一个想法，使别人能够理解
Meaning
to communicate an idea successfully so that others understand it
Example
He struggled to **get across** his main message to the audience.
他努力将他的主要信息传达给观众。
idiom

beat oneself up

对某事过分自责
Meaning
to blame yourself too much for something
Example
Don’t **beat yourself up** over one mistake.
不要因为一个错误而**过分责备自己**。
phrasal-verb

weigh in with

贡献意见或建议
Meaning
to contribute an opinion or advice
Example
Directors **weigh in with** fresh perspectives near the end of the meeting.
董事们在会议结束时提供新的视角。
idiom

Born and bred

在特定地方度过一生并受其文化影响
Meaning
Having lived all one’s life in a particular place and influenced by its culture
Example
She’s a Dhaka **born and bred** woman.
她是一个在达卡出生并长大的女人。
phrasal-verb

come through for

做需要或期望的事情，特别是在困难时期
Meaning
to do what is needed or expected, especially in difficult times
Example
Our teammates always **come through for** each other when deadlines are tight.
我们的队友在截止日期紧迫时总是互相支持。
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。
phrasal-verb

cheer someone for

通过赞美或鼓励某人来表达欣赏
Meaning
to show appreciation by praising or encouraging someone
Example
They **cheered him for** his volunteer work at the shelter.
他们因他的志愿者工作在收容所中为他加油。
phrasal-verb

move up the value chain

转向生产更先进或更高价值的产品
Meaning
to shift toward producing more advanced or higher-value products
Example
The nation is working to **move up the value chain** by investing in technology.
国家正在通过投资科技**推动价值链向上移动**。
phrasal-verb

carry off with

用力带走或拿走
Meaning
to remove or take away forcefully
Example
The thief **carried off** the jewels **with** surprising speed.
小偷以惊人的速度带走了珠宝。
idiom

draw inspiration from

受到某物的启发或影响
Meaning
to be motivated or influenced by something
Example
He **drew inspiration from** nature for his latest painting.
他为自己的最新画作**从自然中汲取了灵感**。
idiom

kindred spirit

有相似兴趣或感情的人
Meaning
someone who has similar interests or feelings
Example
We became friends because we’re **kindred spirits**.
我们成为朋友是因为我们是志同道合的人。
idiom

latch onto

快速接受一个想法或与某人建立联系。
Meaning
to quickly embrace an idea or connect with someone
Example
The students quickly **latched onto** the new study app.
学生们迅速接受了新的学习应用。
phrasal-verb

shake up

对组织进行重大改革以提高它
Meaning
to make major changes in an organization to improve it
Example
The new CEO plans to **shake up** the company’s culture to encourage innovation.
新任CEO计划对公司的文化进行重大改革，以促进创新。
idiom

put your shoulder to the wheel

开始努力工作于某事
Meaning
to start working hard on something
Example
Everyone needs to **put their shoulder to the wheel** to finish the project.
每个人都需要为完成项目而努力工作。
idiom

put in a good word for someone

为某人说一些积极的话来帮助他
Meaning
to say something positive about someone in order to help them
Example
I will **put in a good word for you** with the manager.
我会为你向经理说几句好话。
idiom

put to the test

考验某人或某事
Meaning
to see how good someone or something is
Example
Her knowledge was **put to the test** during the interview.
她的知识在面试中受到了考验。
phrasal-verb

depend on

依赖某人或某物提供帮助或支持
Meaning
to rely on someone or something for help or support
Example
You can always **depend on** me when you need advice.
当你需要建议时，你可以永远依赖我。
idiom

big picture

整体观点或情况
Meaning
the overall perspective or situation
Example
Producers always try to see the **big picture** before making changes.
制片人总是在做出改变之前试图看到整体情况。
idiom

get a degree

完成一个正式的教育课程
Meaning
to complete a formal education program
Example
She worked hard to **get a degree** in engineering.
她努力学习以获得工程学位。
phrasal-verb

pivot to

应对挑战或新机会时改变方向或策略
Meaning
to change direction or strategy in response to challenges or new opportunities
Example
When their initial product failed, the startup decided to **pivot to** a new market.
当他们的初始产品失败时，初创公司决定**转向**一个新市场。
phrasal-verb

adhere to principles

继续遵守或遵循道德规则或信仰
Meaning
to continue to obey or follow moral rules or beliefs
Example
A true professional should **adhere to principles** even under pressure.
一个真正的专业人士即使在压力下也应该**adhere to principles**。
idiom

scoop the news

第一个报道重要新闻
Meaning
to be the first to report an important piece of news
Example
The local newspaper **scooped the news** about the mayor's resignation.
当地报纸**抢先报道**了市长的辞职消息。
idiom

brick by brick

逐步而稳定地实现某事
Meaning
to achieve something gradually and steadily
Example
He built his business **brick by brick**.
他一点一点地建立了自己的事业。
idiom

Make a clean break

完全与某事或某人分离，通常是为了新的开始。
Meaning
To completely separate from something or someone, often for a fresh start.
Example
He decided to **make a clean break** from his old habits.
他决定 **彻底摆脱** 他的旧习惯。
phrasal-verb

come round

恢复意识
Meaning
to regain consciousness
Example
She fainted but soon **came round**.
她昏倒了，但很快恢复了意识。
idiom

mums the word

对秘密保持沉默
Meaning
keep silent about a secret
Example
**Mum’s the word** about the new project.
对新项目保持沉默。
idiom

forgive and forget

停止生气，不再记得别人的错误
Meaning
to stop being angry and not remember someone’s mistake
Example
Let’s **forgive and forget** and move on.
让我们原谅并忘记，然后继续前进。
idiom

political hot potato

一个没有人愿意处理的有争议的问题
Meaning
a controversial issue that no one wants to deal with
Example
Immigration reform has become a **political hot potato** for the government.
移民改革已成为政府的**政治热土豆**。
idiom

change of heart

对某事或某人感受的变化
Meaning
a change in the way one feels about something or someone
Example
He had a **change of heart** and decided to stay.
他改变了主意，决定留下。
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

look before you leap

在做任何事情之前，仔细思考可能的风险
Meaning
to think carefully about possible risks before doing something
Example
Before starting your own business, remember to **look before you leap**.
在开始自己的生意之前，记得 **look before you leap**。
phrasal-verb

turn setbacks into strengths

将失败或困难作为学习和自信的来源
Meaning
to use failures or difficulties as a source of learning and confidence
Example
She learned to **turn setbacks into strengths** through self-belief.
她通过自信学会了**将挫折转化为力量**。
idiom

a run on the bank

由于担心银行倒闭，许多人从银行提取他们的钱
Meaning
a situation where many people withdraw their money from a bank due to fear of collapse
Example
Rumors of insolvency caused **a run on the bank**.
破产的传闻引发了**银行挤兑**。
idiom

give me a hand

帮助某人
Meaning
to help someone
Example
Can you **give me a hand** with this bag?
你能**帮我一把**这个袋子吗？
idiom

come to terms

在讨论或冲突后达成协议
Meaning
to reach an agreement after discussion or conflict
Example
After weeks of negotiation, both sides finally **came to terms**.
经过几周的谈判，双方最终达成了协议。
phrasal-verb

light up with happiness

看起来非常高兴
Meaning
to look very happy
Example
Her face **lit up with happiness** when she saw the gift.
她看到礼物时，脸上 **洋溢着幸福的笑容**。
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power up

打开或启动一个电子设备
Meaning
to turn on or start an electronic device
Example
You should **power up** the computer before connecting peripherals.
你应该在连接外设之前开启计算机。
phrasal-verb

come down

当雨或雪猛烈地下落时
Meaning
when rain or snow falls heavily
Example
The rain is really **coming down** now.
现在雨真的下得很大。
phrasal-verb

open up to challenges

愿意以信心面对或接受困难的情况
Meaning
to be willing to face or accept difficult situations with confidence
Example
If you want to grow, you must **open up to challenges** instead of avoiding them.
如果你想成长，你必须**open up to challenges**，而不是回避它们。
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try and try again

继续尝试，直到成功
Meaning
to keep trying until you succeed
Example
He didn’t give up and decided to **try and try again**.
他没有放弃，决定继续 **继续尝试，直到成功**。
phrasal-verb

brace for

为不愉快或困难的事情做好准备
Meaning
to prepare for something unpleasant or difficult
Example
The company is **bracing for** possible losses after the policy change.
公司在政策变更后正在为可能的损失做好准备。
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stick around

在一个地方再待短时间
Meaning
to stay in a place for a short time longer
Example
Can you **stick around** for the Q&A session?
你能再留一会儿参加问答环节吗？
phrasal-verb

peer into

仔细或小心地看难以看到的事物
Meaning
to look closely or carefully at something difficult to see
Example
She **peered into** the darkness, trying to see who was there.
她**凝视**着黑暗，试图看清楚谁在那里。
phrasal-verb

put back

将某物放回原处；推迟事件
Meaning
to return something to its place; to delay an event
Example
Please **put back** the book when you’re done reading.
请在读完后**把**书放回原处。
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knock around

花时间做随意的活动
Meaning
to spend time doing casual activities
Example
We’ll **knock around** the city after the workshop.
我们将在工作坊之后在城市里闲逛。
idiom

school of hard knocks

通过艰难的生活经历学习
Meaning
learning through difficult life experiences
Example
He didn’t go to college; he learned from the **school of hard knocks**.
他没有上大学；他从**艰难教训学校**中学习。
phrasal-verb

rise back up

在跌倒后再次上升
Meaning
to increase again after falling
Example
Employment rates began to **rise back up** as new businesses opened.
就业率开始随着新企业的开设而**回升**。
phrasal-verb

come off well

在某事中取得成功或被积极评判
Meaning
to succeed or be judged positively in something
Example
She **came off well** in the presentation and impressed the board.
她在演示中**表现很好**，给董事会留下了深刻印象。
idiom

the calm before the storm

问题开始前的平静时光
Meaning
a peaceful time before trouble begins
Example
The classroom was silent, like **the calm before the storm**.
教室里很安静，就像**风暴前的宁静**。
idiom

streamline the process

通过简化或消除不必要的步骤，使过程更加高效和有效
Meaning
to make a process more efficient and effective by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps
Example
We need to **streamline the process** of content creation to save time.
我们需要**streamline the process**内容创作过程，以节省时间。
idiom

weigh your options

在做决定之前考虑不同的可能性
Meaning
to consider different possibilities before deciding
Example
You should **weigh your options** before buying the car.
在买车之前你应该**weigh your options**。
idiom

give someone a shot in the arm

提高某人的自信或热情
Meaning
to boost someone’s confidence or enthusiasm
Example
The victory **gave the team a shot in the arm** before the final.
这场胜利**给了球队一个振奋**，为决赛做准备。
phrasal-verb

push beyond comfort

做超出自己舒适区的事情
Meaning
to do more than what feels easy or safe
Example
Success begins when you **push beyond comfort** and take risks.
成功始于你突破舒适区并承担风险。
phrasal-verb

open up to feedback

愿意听取并接受建设性的批评
Meaning
to be willing to listen and accept constructive criticism
Example
A good leader must **open up to feedback** from the team.
一个好的领导者必须**对反馈开放**来自团队。
idiom

make a decision

在考虑之后选择某事
Meaning
to choose something after thinking about it
Example
I need some time to **make a decision** about my career path.
我需要一些时间来**做出决定** 关于我的职业道路。
phrasal-verb

cut off negativity

去除负面影响或思想
Meaning
to remove negative influences or thoughts
Example
He learned to **cut off negativity** to stay mentally strong.
他学会了去除负面影响，以保持心理强大。
idiom

the ivory tower

一个人与实际问题或现实世界脱节的地方或情况
Meaning
a place or situation where one is disconnected from practical concerns or the real world
Example
Academics are often accused of living in **the ivory tower**.
学者们经常被指控生活在**象牙塔**中。
idiom

zoom out

从更广的角度看待一个情况
Meaning
to look at a situation from a broader perspective
Example
Let’s **zoom out** and review the yearly goals.
让我们**放大视野**，回顾一下年度目标。
phrasal-verb

call out energy waste

当能源被不小心使用时，指出这一点
Meaning
to point out when energy is being used carelessly
Example
Teammates **call out energy waste** whenever lights stay on overnight.
队友们每当灯光整夜开着时就会指出能源浪费
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back and forth

反复改变意见或决策
Meaning
to change opinions or decisions repeatedly
Example
We’ve been going **back and forth** about this issue for weeks.
我们已经就这个问题讨论了几个星期。
idiom

take on board

接受或承担某事的责任
Meaning
to accept or take responsibility for something
Example
The manager had to **take on board** the new task for the team.
经理必须接受团队的新任务。
idiom

adapt or die

为了生存，必须适应不断变化的环境
Meaning
to survive, one must adjust to changing conditions
Example
In business, it’s **adapt or die**.
在商业中，这是**适应或死**。
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take stock of

在做决定之前仔细审查情况
Meaning
to review a situation carefully before making decisions
Example
Let’s **take stock of** our priorities this quarter.
让我们在本季度评估我们的优先事项。