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idiom

hit the trail

开始旅行或开始冒险
Meaning
to start traveling or begin an adventure
Example
We’ll **hit the trail** early in the morning.
我们将早晨开始旅行。
idiom

double check

再次验证某事以确保准确性
Meaning
to verify something again for accuracy
Example
Always **double check** the numbers before submitting.
在提交之前始终**双重检查**数字。
idiom

one in a million

非常特别或稀有
Meaning
very special or rare
Example
Her kindness makes her **one in a million**.
她的善良使她成为**百万分之一**。
idiom

do the right thing

以道德或社会责任的方式行事
Meaning
to act in a morally or socially responsible way
Example
Even when it’s hard, always **do the right thing**.
即使很困难，始终做正确的事。
idiom

roll up one's sleeves

准备努力工作或接受挑战
Meaning
to prepare to work hard or take on a challenge
Example
We need to **roll up our sleeves** if we want to finish this task on time.
如果我们想按时完成这个任务，我们需要**卷起袖子**。
idiom

wired to learn

天生被设计来获取知识或技能
Meaning
naturally designed to acquire knowledge or skills
Example
Humans are **wired to learn**, just like AI systems.
人类天生就像人工智能系统一样被设计来学习。
idiom

hold oneself accountable

为自己的行为或决定承担责任
Meaning
to take responsibility for one's actions or decisions
Example
A true leader **holds himself accountable** for the team’s failures.
真正的领导者会为团队的失败承担责任。
idiom

home is where the heart is

你真正的家是和你爱的人在一起
Meaning
your true home is with the people you love
Example
I may live far away, but **home is where the heart is**.
我可能住得很远，但**家是心之所在**。
idiom

out like a light

很快就睡着了
Meaning
to fall asleep very quickly
Example
He was **out like a light** as soon as his head hit the pillow.
他的头一碰到枕头就睡着了。
idiom

talk around something

讨论某事，但不直接涉及
Meaning
to discuss something without addressing it directly
Example
She kept **talking around** the topic instead of answering the question directly.
她继续围绕话题谈论，而不是直接回答问题。
idiom

save for a rainy day

为了未来的紧急情况而存钱
Meaning
to save money for future emergencies
Example
You should **save for a rainy day**.
你应该**为雨天存钱**。
idiom

make a fresh start

以一种新的方式重新开始某事
Meaning
to start something again in a new way
Example
After the failure, she decided to **make a fresh start**.
在失败后，她决定**重新开始**。
idiom

hold down

将某物保持在低水平
Meaning
to keep something at a low level
Example
It’s tough to **hold down** rent costs in this city.
在这个城市，控制租金成本非常困难。
idiom

no rocket scientist

不太聪明；不是天才
Meaning
not very intelligent; not a genius
Example
He’s **no rocket scientist**, but he works hard.
他不是**天才**，但是他努力工作。
idiom

come to mind

突然想起某事
Meaning
to suddenly remember something
Example
Her name didn’t **come to mind** at first.
她的名字一开始没有想起来。
idiom

code your way out

通过编程技能解决问题
Meaning
to solve a problem through programming skills
Example
When the system crashed, she managed to **code her way out**.
当系统崩溃时，她成功地**编程解决了问题**。
idiom

take pride in

对自己做的事情感到自豪
Meaning
to feel good about something you have done
Example
You should **take pride in** your achievements.
你应该为自己的成就感到自豪。
idiom

to err is human

每个人都会犯错误；不完美是自然的
Meaning
everyone makes mistakes; it’s natural to be imperfect
Example
**To err is human**, but to learn from errors is wisdom.
犯错是人类的本性，但从错误中学习就是智慧
idiom

lose your mind

变得精神不稳定或极度心烦
Meaning
to become mentally unstable or extremely upset
Example
He nearly **lost his mind** after the breakup.
他在分手后几乎**疯了**。
idiom

warp speed

非常高的速度；极快的进展
Meaning
very high speed; extremely fast progress
Example
The project is moving at **warp speed** now.
该项目现在正在以速战速决的速度推进。
idiom

full of the joys of spring

非常快乐和充满活力
Meaning
very happy and energetic
Example
She’s **full of the joys of spring** after her vacation.
她度假后充满了春天的喜悦。
idiom

on the grapevine

间接听到八卦或谣言
Meaning
to hear gossip or rumor indirectly
Example
I heard **on the grapevine** that they’re getting divorced.
我**从八卦中听说**他们要离婚了。
idiom

All hands on deck

每个人都必须一起工作或帮助完成任务。
Meaning
Everyone must work together or help with a task.
Example
We need **all hands on deck** to finish this project by tomorrow.
我们需要 **所有人一起行动** 来在明天之前完成这个项目。
idiom

Spin the story

以偏颇或操纵的方式呈现信息
Meaning
To present information in a biased or manipulative way
Example
The politician tried to **spin the story** to his advantage.
政治家试图操纵故事以谋取自己的利益。
idiom

In the calm before the storm

在困难局势或冲突发生之前的平静时期。
Meaning
A peaceful period before a difficult situation or conflict arises.
Example
The office was quiet, **in the calm before the storm**, as they prepared for the big meeting.
办公室很安静，**在风暴之前的平静**，他们在为重要会议做准备。
idiom

over the horizon

即将发生的事情
Meaning
something that is expected to happen soon
Example
A big change in the market may be **over the horizon**.
市场上可能会有重大变化。
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

be sure of yourself

对你的能力或意见有信心
Meaning
to have confidence in your abilities or opinions
Example
To be a leader, you must **be sure of yourself**.
成为一名领导者，你必须对自己有信心。
idiom

take responsibility

对你做过的事或你负责的事情负责。
Meaning
to be accountable for something you did or are in charge of.
Example
You need to **take responsibility** for your actions.
你需要为你的行为**承担责任**。
idiom

pack up

收拾东西并准备离开
Meaning
to gather belongings and prepare to leave
Example
We should **pack up** and head home before the storm starts.
我们应该**打包**，在风暴开始前回家
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

in seventh heaven

处于极度幸福的状态
Meaning
in a state of great happiness
Example
They were **in seventh heaven** during their honeymoon.
他们在蜜月期间如同置身天堂。
idiom

come back to earth

从兴奋或做白日梦中回到现实
Meaning
to return to reality after being excited or daydreaming
Example
After the vacation, it’s time to **come back to earth**.
假期后，应该是时候**回到现实**了。
idiom

go above and beyond

做得比要求的更多
Meaning
to do more than what is required
Example
She **went above and beyond** to complete the project ahead of schedule.
她**做得比要求的更多**，提前完成了项目。
idiom

fail forward

从失败中学习和成长
Meaning
to learn and grow from failure
Example
Don’t be afraid to **fail forward** and learn from your mistakes.
不要害怕**向前失败**，从错误中学习。
idiom

take the rap

因某事受到惩罚或责备，通常不公平。
Meaning
to be punished or blamed for something, often unfairly.
Example
He **took the rap** for the team’s poor performance.
他为团队的糟糕表现承担了责任。
idiom

It’s not over till it’s over

不要在结束前失去希望。
Meaning
Don’t lose hope until the end.
Example
**It’s not over till it’s over**, we can still win this game.
一切还没结束，直到一切结束，我们仍然可以赢得这场比赛。
idiom

dodged a bullet

侥幸逃脱危险或不幸的情况。
Meaning
To narrowly escape a dangerous or unlucky situation.
Example
We really **dodged a bullet** when that deal fell through.
当那笔交易失败时，我们真的侥幸逃脱了。
idiom

pull out all the stops

尽一切可能去实现某事
Meaning
to make every possible effort to achieve something
Example
The team **pulled out all the stops** to win the championship.
团队尽一切可能赢得了冠军。
idiom

smoke-filled room

一个权势人物秘密做决定的地方
Meaning
a place where powerful people make decisions secretly
Example
The new policy was decided in a **smoke-filled room** by senior officials.
新政策是在**烟雾弥漫的房间**中由高级官员决定的。
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

out of your mind

疯狂或极度担心
Meaning
crazy or extremely worried
Example
You must be **out of your mind** to drive that fast!
你一定是**疯了**，开这么快！
idiom

out of harm’s way

远离危险或困难。
Meaning
To be safe from danger or difficulty.
Example
Make sure the children are **out of harm’s way** before lighting the fire.
在点火之前，确保孩子们远离危险。
idiom

digital footprint

用户在线活动留下的信息痕迹
Meaning
the trace of information left by a user's online activities
Example
Be cautious about what you post online; your **digital footprint** lasts forever.
小心你在线发布的内容; 你的 **数字足迹** 会永远存在。
idiom

bend the truth

稍微改变事实，使某事听起来更好
Meaning
to slightly change the truth to make something sound better
Example
He tends to **bend the truth** when telling stories.
他在讲故事时常常**bend the truth**。
idiom

get a move on

赶快或更快地移动
Meaning
to hurry up or move faster
Example
**Get a move on**, or we’ll miss the train!
**快点!**, 否则我们会错过火车!
idiom

pop the champagne

庆祝一个特殊的事件或成功
Meaning
to celebrate a special event or success
Example
Let’s **pop the champagne** to celebrate our victory!
让我们打开香槟庆祝我们的胜利！
idiom

green with jealousy

极其嫉妒
Meaning
extremely jealous
Example
He was **green with jealousy** when he saw her with someone else.
当他看到她和别人一起时，他**绿得像嫉妒**。
idiom

at the eleventh hour

在最后时刻
Meaning
at the very last moment
Example
He submitted his assignment **at the eleventh hour**.
他在最后时刻提交了他的作业。
idiom

in deep water

处于严重的麻烦或困境
Meaning
to be in serious trouble or difficulty
Example
He’s **in deep water** after missing the deadline again.
他在**深水区**因为再次错过了截止日期。
idiom

Give and take

互相妥协或合作。
Meaning
Mutual compromise or cooperation.
Example
Good teamwork is all about **give and take**.
良好的团队合作就是互相给予和接受。
idiom

music to one’s ears

让某人感到非常高兴或满意的事情
Meaning
something that makes someone feel very happy or pleased
Example
The news of his promotion was **music to his ears**.
他升职的消息对他来说如音乐入耳。
idiom

set the bar high

设定高标准或期望
Meaning
to establish high standards or expectations
Example
Her achievements have **set the bar high** for future leaders.
她的成就为未来的领导者设定了高标准。
idiom

No guts, no glory

没有勇气，你无法取得成功。
Meaning
Without courage, you can’t achieve success.
Example
He took the challenge—**no guts, no glory**.
他接受了挑战—**没有勇气，便没有荣耀。**
idiom

beat down

重复用力打击，例如强烈的阳光或雨水
Meaning
to strike repeatedly with force, such as intense sun or rain
Example
The afternoon sun **beat down** on the field all day.
下午的阳光 **照射** 在田野上整整一天。
idiom

heart of stone

冷酷无情或无同情心
Meaning
to be unkind or without compassion
Example
She must have a **heart of stone** to ignore that crying child.
她一定有一颗**铁石心肠**，才能忽视那个哭泣的孩子。
idiom

a work of art

非常美丽或巧妙制作的东西
Meaning
something very beautiful or skillfully made
Example
Her wedding dress was truly **a work of art**.
她的婚纱真的是**一件艺术品**。
idiom

cloak and dagger

涉及秘密、神秘和欺骗
Meaning
involving secrecy, mystery, and deception
Example
The meeting was surrounded by **cloak and dagger** secrecy.
会议充满了‘cloak and dagger’的秘密。
idiom

the dream team

一群工作非常默契的人
Meaning
a group of people who work extremely well together
Example
With these members, we’ve built **the dream team**.
有了这些成员，我们建立了**梦想团队**。
idiom

pop the question

求婚
Meaning
to ask someone to marry you
Example
He finally **popped the question** during dinner.
他终于在晚餐时提了这个问题。
idiom

minimum viable product

可以发布以测试一个想法的产品最简单版本
Meaning
the simplest version of a product that can be released to test an idea
Example
The team launched an **MVP (minimum viable product)** to gather user feedback.
团队推出了一个 **MVP（最小可行产品）** 来收集用户反馈。
idiom

rules are made to be broken

有时可以忽略规则
Meaning
sometimes it's okay to ignore rules
Example
He believes **rules are made to be broken**.
他相信规则是为了被打破的
idiom

Pop quiz

未经警告的突击测试
Meaning
a surprise test given without warning
Example
Our teacher gave us a **pop quiz** today.
我们的老师今天给了我们一个**pop quiz**。
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**。
idiom

scratch someone's back

为某人做某事，以换取以后得到的帮助或好处
Meaning
to do something for someone in exchange for a favor or help later
Example
We agreed to **scratch each other's backs** in this business deal.
我们同意在这笔商业交易中互相**刮背**。
idiom

hold your fire

延迟采取行动或回应
Meaning
to delay taking action or making a response
Example
He told his team to **hold their fire** until he gave the signal.
他说他的团队要等到他发出信号时再**暂停开火**。
idiom

A tough row to hoe

一项难以处理的任务或情况。
Meaning
A difficult task or situation to handle.
Example
Starting a new business is **a tough row to hoe**.
创业是一项难以处理的任务。
idiom

on the front line

直接参与某事中最活跃或最危险的部分
Meaning
directly involved in the most active or dangerous part of something
Example
Doctors were **on the front line** during the pandemic.
在疫情期间，医生们**在前线**。
idiom

in the back of one's mind

在没有完全注意的情况下想到某事
Meaning
thinking about something without giving it full attention
Example
I've always had this idea **in the back of my mind**, but never really acted on it.
我一直在**脑海深处**有这个想法，但从未真正付诸行动。
idiom

make a comeback

在一段失败后的时期重新取得成功
Meaning
to return to success after a period of failure
Example
After a year of struggle, the team managed to **make a comeback** and won the championship.
经过一年的奋斗，球队成功地**做出了复出**并赢得了冠军。
idiom

take it to the bank

确信某事是真的或将会发生
Meaning
to be certain that something is true or will happen
Example
You can **take it to the bank** that he’ll deliver on his promise.
你可以**确定**他会履行他的承诺。
idiom

Sail close to the wind

冒险或危险行事。
Meaning
To take risks or act dangerously.
Example
He’s **sailing close to the wind** by lying to his boss.
他通过对老板撒谎，**在风中航行得很近**。
idiom

wield power

有效地拥有和使用权力或影响力
Meaning
to have and use power or influence effectively
Example
He’s not the president, but he still **wields a lot of power**.
他不是总统，但他仍然**拥有很大的权力**。
idiom

to hit it off

迅速成为好朋友
Meaning
to quickly become good friends
Example
We **hit it off** the moment we met.
我们一见面就成了好朋友。
idiom

let someone off the hook

释放某人免受责任或惩罚
Meaning
to release someone from blame or punishment
Example
The judge decided to **let him off the hook** with a warning.
法官决定放过他，只给了警告。
idiom

virus of doubt

一种迅速传播的不确定感
Meaning
a feeling of uncertainty that spreads quickly
Example
A **virus of doubt** spread after the project delay.
项目延迟后，不确定的病毒开始蔓延。
idiom

security blanket

让人有安全感或安慰的东西
Meaning
something that gives a sense of safety or comfort
Example
Using a strong password manager is my **security blanket** online.
使用强密码管理器是我在网上的**安全毯**。
idiom

draw the line

设定什么是可以接受的限制
Meaning
to set a limit on what is acceptable
Example
We have to **draw the line** when it comes to unethical behavior.
当涉及不道德行为时，我们必须**划定界限**。
idiom

to tell you the truth

用于表达诚实或令人惊讶的看法
Meaning
used to introduce an honest or surprising opinion
Example
**To tell you the truth**, I didn’t enjoy the party.
说实话，我并不喜欢那个聚会。
idiom

plans are up in the air

计划不确定或尚未决定
Meaning
plans are uncertain or not decided yet
Example
Our travel plans are still **up in the air**.
我们的旅行计划仍然是**悬而未决**。
idiom

call a spade a spade

诚实直接地说话，即使它令人不悦
Meaning
to speak honestly and directly, even if it’s unpleasant
Example
She always **calls a spade a spade**, no matter who gets offended.
她总是直言不讳，不管谁生气。
idiom

opt out

选择不参与
Meaning
to choose not to participate
Example
Employees can **opt out** of the program if they want.
员工可以选择不参加该程序，如果他们愿意的话。
idiom

take the fall

为某事承担责任，通常是为了保护他人。
Meaning
to accept blame for something, often to protect others.
Example
He agreed to **take the fall** for the team’s mistake.
他同意为团队的错误**承担责任**。
idiom

the power behind the throne

一个秘密控制或影响领导者的人
Meaning
a person who secretly controls or influences the leader
Example
Though he's not the CEO, he's **the power behind the throne**.
虽然他不是CEO，但他是**王座背后的权力**。
idiom

Roll up your sleeves

准备好努力工作。
Meaning
To prepare to work hard.
Example
Let’s **roll up our sleeves** and get started.
让我们**卷起袖子**开始吧。
idiom

slip through the cracks

在系统或流程中被忽视或遗漏
Meaning
to be overlooked or missed in a system or process
Example
Unfortunately, your application **slipped through the cracks** and wasn't reviewed.
不幸的是，你的申请被忽视了，没有被审查。
idiom

mend a broken heart

在分手后从情感痛苦中痊愈
Meaning
to heal from emotional pain after a breakup
Example
It takes time to **mend a broken heart**.
治愈一颗破碎的心需要时间。
idiom

make ends meet

赚取足够的钱以维持生活
Meaning
to earn enough money to live on
Example
He works two jobs to **make ends meet**.
他做两份工作以维持生计。
idiom

Out of curiosity

出于想要知道或学习某事的愿望。
Meaning
Because of a desire to know or learn something.
Example
I asked him **out of curiosity**, not to interfere.
我出于**好奇**问了他，而不是为了干涉。
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**。
idiom

show initiative

在没有被告知该做什么的情况下采取行动
Meaning
to take action without being told what to do
Example
Employees are encouraged to **show initiative** and come up with solutions on their own.
鼓励员工**展示主动性**并自行提出解决方案。
idiom

feel off-color

感觉有点不舒服
Meaning
to feel slightly ill
Example
I’m feeling a bit **off-color** today.
我今天感觉有点不舒服。
idiom

race against time

赶在截止日期前完成某事
Meaning
to rush to complete something before a deadline
Example
We’re in a **race against time** to meet the client’s demand.
我们正在**与时间赛跑**，以满足客户的需求。
idiom

find common ground

找到共同的兴趣或协议
Meaning
to find shared interests or agreement
Example
We must **find common ground** to resolve this conflict.
我们必须找到共同点来解决这个冲突。
idiom

once bitten, twice shy

在一次不愉快的经历之后，你会小心避免它再次发生
Meaning
after an unpleasant experience, you are careful to avoid it happening again
Example
After losing money in the stock market, he became **once bitten, twice shy**.
在股市中失去钱后，他变得**一旦受伤，两次害羞**。
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Faith can move mountains

坚定的信念可以实现不可能的事情。
Meaning
Strong belief can achieve the impossible.
Example
He believes that **faith can move mountains** when you truly believe.
他相信，当你真正相信时，**信念可以移山**。
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The devil is in the details

小细节往往是最重要或最麻烦的。
Meaning
Small details are often the most important or problematic.
Example
The overall concept was great, but **the devil is in the details**.
整体概念很好，但**魔鬼藏在细节中**。
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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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backdoor entry

一种秘密或非官方的方式进入某物
Meaning
a secret or unofficial way to access something
Example
Hackers found a **backdoor entry** into the company’s database.
黑客找到了公司数据库中的**后门入口**。
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seat of power

一个权力或控制被行使的地方
Meaning
a place where authority or control is exercised
Example
The prime minister returned to the **seat of power** after a long illness.
总理在长时间生病后回到了**xī tè ān dé tàiyì ér de ào fū**。
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carry weight

拥有影响力或重要性
Meaning
to have influence or importance
Example
His opinion **carries a lot of weight** in this organization.
他的意见在这个组织中**具有很大的影响力**。
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lay one’s cards on the table

对一个人的意图或感受保持开放和诚实
Meaning
to be open and honest about one’s intentions or feelings
Example
It’s time to **lay our cards on the table** and discuss the issue.
现在是时候**把我们的牌摊在桌面上**并讨论这个问题了。
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a rolling stone gathers no moss

一个不断前进和探索的人避免了无聊或停滞
Meaning
a person who keeps moving and exploring avoids boredom or stagnation
Example
**A rolling stone gathers no moss**, and he’s always on the move.
滚动的石头不会长苔藓，他总是在移动。
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draw a line in the sand

设定一个明确的界限或清晰地界定一个限制
Meaning
to set a firm boundary or make a limit clear
Example
The prime minister **drew a line in the sand** regarding national security.
总理在国家安全问题上划定了界限。
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spin-off

一个从另一个现有的产品或节目产生的产品或节目
Meaning
a product or show that results from another existing one
Example
The successful TV show led to a **spin-off** featuring the same characters.
成功的电视节目导致了一个以相同角色为主角的**衍生节目**。
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lose ground

在一种情况下失去优势或控制
Meaning
to lose advantage or control in a situation
Example
During the talks, one side began to **lose ground** quickly.
在谈判中，一方迅速开始**失去地盘**。
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tighten the belt

减少开支；因为经济困难而节省开销
Meaning
to reduce spending; to save money due to financial constraints
Example
In tough economic times, businesses must **tighten the belt** to survive.
在经济困难时期，公司必须勒紧裤腰带以维持生存。
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firewall

一种用于保护网络免受未经授权访问的安全系统。
Meaning
A security system designed to protect a network from unauthorized access.
Example
The company installed a **firewall** to protect sensitive data from cyber attacks.
公司安装了一个**防火墙**，以保护敏感数据免受网络攻击。
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reduce carbon footprint

减少释放到大气中的二氧化碳和其他温室气体的数量
Meaning
to decrease the amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere
Example
Many companies are working to **reduce their carbon footprint** by using renewable energy.
许多公司正在通过使用可再生能源来**减少他们的碳足迹**
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touch and go

一种结果难以预料的风险或不确定的情况
Meaning
a risky or uncertain situation where the outcome is doubtful
Example
It was **touch and go** whether he would survive the surgery.
他是否能在手术中幸存下来，真是**很难说**。
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A Jekyll and Hyde

一个人格中有两个完全不同面的人。
Meaning
A person with two very different sides to their personality.
Example
He’s like **a Jekyll and Hyde**—nice one moment and cruel the next.
他就像一个杰基尔与海德——一会儿温柔，一会儿残酷。
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on the market

可供出售
Meaning
available for sale
Example
Their house has been **on the market** for over six months.
他们的房子已经在市场上待了超过六个月。
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be lost for words

惊讶到无法言语
Meaning
to be so surprised that you cannot speak
Example
I was **lost for words** when I won the prize.
当我赢得奖品时，我 **无言以对**。
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the life of the party

一个充满活力、娱乐性且成为社交聚会焦点的人
Meaning
a person who is lively, entertaining, and the center of attention at social gatherings
Example
Everyone loves Tom because he’s always **the life of the party**.
每个人都喜欢汤姆，因为他总是聚会的灵魂。
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put down roots

定居并在某个地方变得稳定
Meaning
to settle and become established somewhere
Example
After moving to Canada, they finally **put down roots** there.
移居加拿大后，他们终于在那里**扎根**。
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to be in the spotlight

获得大量的公众关注
Meaning
to receive a lot of public attention
Example
The artist has been **in the spotlight** since her latest exhibition.
自从她最近的展览以来，艺术家一直处于**聚光灯下**。
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carve out a niche

为自己创造一个独特的地方或角色
Meaning
to establish a unique place or role for oneself
Example
She **carved out a niche** as a specialist in art restoration.
她作为艺术修复专家**创造了一个自己的定位**。
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Plow the field

为未来的工作或成功做准备。
Meaning
To prepare for future work or success.
Example
Before launching the product, we need to **plow the field** with proper research.
在推出产品之前，我们需要通过适当的研究来**plow the field**。
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a drop in the ocean

与所需相比非常少的量
Meaning
a very small amount compared to what is needed
Example
The money they raised was just **a drop in the ocean** compared to the total cost.
他们筹集的钱与总成本相比只是大海中的一滴水。
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win by a landslide

以压倒性优势获胜
Meaning
to win by a very large margin
Example
The candidate **won by a landslide** with 80% of the votes.
该候选人以80%的选票压倒性优势获胜。
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build bridges

改善人与人之间的关系
Meaning
to improve relationships between people
Example
We need to **build bridges** between our two departments.
我们需要在两个部门之间**建立联系**。