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idiom

hold back on

推迟或减少做某事
Meaning
to delay or reduce doing something
Example
Let’s **hold back on** hiring until sales improve.
让我们推迟招聘，直到销售有所改善。
idiom

edge in

逐渐插入或添加某物
Meaning
to insert or add something gradually
Example
He managed to **edge in** a quick question before the meeting ended.
他在会议结束之前成功地**边缘插入**了一个快速的问题。
idiom

pick oneself up

从失败或挫折中恢复
Meaning
to recover from a setback or failure
Example
Even though he failed, he managed to **pick himself up** and try again.
尽管他失败了，他设法**振作起来**，并再次尝试。
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

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

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。
idiom

to encrypt data

将数据转换为安全格式，以防止未经授权的访问
Meaning
to convert data into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access
Example
All sensitive information must be **to encrypt data** before storage.
所有敏感信息在存储前必须**去加密数据**。
idiom

there’s always tomorrow

未来你将有另一次机会
Meaning
you’ll have another chance in the future
Example
Don’t be sad about today’s failure — **there’s always tomorrow**.
不要为今天的失败感到难过——明天总会有机会。
idiom

beta test

在正式发布之前测试产品
Meaning
to test a product before official release
Example
We are going to **beta test** our app next week.
我们将在下周进行我们的应用程序测试。
idiom

play dirty

使用不公平或不诚实的方法获胜
Meaning
to use unfair or dishonest methods to win
Example
Politicians often **play dirty** during elections.
政治家在选举中经常使用不诚实的方法。
idiom

catch up

在很长一段时间后见面并交谈; 达到与某人相同的水平
Meaning
to meet and talk after a long time; to reach the same level as someone
Example
Let’s **catch up** over coffee this weekend.
这个周末我们一起喝咖啡聊聊。
idiom

the proof is in the pudding

事物的真正价值只有在使用时才能判断
Meaning
the real value of something can only be judged when it's put to use
Example
He claims the app is great, but **the proof is in the pudding**.
他说这个应用很好，但用过之后才能见真章。
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。
idiom

carry on luggage

随身携带的小包或行李
Meaning
small bags taken with you on a plane or trip
Example
She packed all her essentials in her **carry on luggage**.
她把所有必需品都装在她的随身行李里。
idiom

run a tight ship

有效且严格地管理一个组织或团队
Meaning
to manage an organization or group efficiently and strictly
Example
The manager **runs a tight ship**, and everyone follows the rules.
经理**严格管理团队**，每个人都遵守规则。
idiom

Straight shooter

一个诚实而直接的人。
Meaning
A person who is honest and direct.
Example
You can trust him; he’s a **straight shooter**.
你可以信任他；他非常直接。
idiom

tears of joy

因幸福而哭泣
Meaning
crying because of happiness
Example
She shed **tears of joy** when her son returned home.
当她的儿子回家时，她流下了**快乐的眼泪**。
idiom

push the envelope

突破常规的限制；大胆创新
Meaning
to go beyond the usual limits; to innovate boldly
Example
Tech companies must **push the envelope** to stay competitive.
科技公司必须突破限制才能保持竞争力。
idiom

air out

让新鲜空气进入空间
Meaning
to let fresh air into a space
Example
Open the windows to **air out** the room.
打开窗户让房间通风
idiom

go separate ways

结束一段关系或伙伴关系
Meaning
to end a relationship or partnership
Example
After ten years together, they decided to **go separate ways**.
十年后，他们决定**各走各的路**。
idiom

off the air

停止广播
Meaning
no longer being broadcasted
Example
The show went **off the air** after ten years.
该节目在十年后停止了广播。
idiom

hold yourself accountable

为你的行为承担个人责任
Meaning
to take personal responsibility for your actions
Example
You must always **hold yourself accountable** for your actions.
你必须总是**为自己的行为负责**。
idiom

once in a blue moon

非常罕见
Meaning
very rarely
Example
I only see him **once in a blue moon**.
我很少见到他。
idiom

book someone

正式指控某人犯罪
Meaning
to officially charge someone with a crime
Example
The police **booked** him for theft.
警察因盗窃指控了他。
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**。
idiom

put the finishing touches

通过添加最后的细节来完美地完成某事
Meaning
to complete something perfectly by adding the final details
Example
She’s **putting the finishing touches** on her painting.
她正在为她的画作做最后的修饰。
idiom

change with the times

适应社会或科技的变化
Meaning
to adapt to the changes in society or technology
Example
In order to stay relevant in the business, it's important to **change with the times**.
为了在商业中保持相关性，重要的是要**与时俱进**。
idiom

cornerstone of success

实现成功的最重要基础或要素
Meaning
the most important foundation or element for achieving success
Example
Hard work is the **cornerstone of success**.
勤奋工作是**成功的基石**。
idiom

Tell the truth and shame the devil

永远说出真相，即使这很困难或冒险。
Meaning
Always speak the truth, even when it’s hard or risky.
Example
Just **tell the truth and shame the devil**, even if it hurts.
只要**说出真相，让魔鬼羞愧**，即使它会伤害。
idiom

give ground

在讨论中做出让步或妥协
Meaning
to make concessions or yield in a discussion
Example
He finally **gave ground** on the pricing issue.
他最终在定价问题上**让步**了。
idiom

break someone’s heart

让某人非常伤心
Meaning
to make someone very sad
Example
It really **broke his heart** when she left him.
当她离开他时，真的让他心碎了。
idiom

Burn rate

创业公司花费资本的速度。
Meaning
The rate at which a startup spends its capital.
Example
Our **burn rate** is too high; we need to cut costs.
我们的**烧钱率**太高；我们需要削减成本。
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

guide the way

引导某人完成一个过程或路径
Meaning
to lead someone through a process or path
Example
A good leader knows how to **guide the way** for their team to succeed.
一个好领导知道如何**引导道路**让团队获得成功。
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

brave the storm

勇敢地面对巨大的困难
Meaning
to face great difficulties with courage
Example
They **braved the storm** to rescue the stranded people.
他们**勇敢地面对风暴**去营救被困的人。
idiom

ground control

管理情况的权威或人们
Meaning
authority or people managing a situation
Example
In this project, Sarah is **ground control**.
在这个项目中，Sarah 是控制中心。
idiom

A Sherlock Holmes

一个非常擅长解决谜题或发现信息的人
Meaning
A person who is extremely good at solving mysteries or finding out information.
Example
He’s such **a Sherlock Holmes** when it comes to finding lost things.
在寻找丢失的东西时，他真像一个夏洛克福尔摩斯
idiom

laugh your head off

笑得前仰后合
Meaning
to laugh very loudly or uncontrollably
Example
The movie was so funny that we **laughed our heads off**.
这部电影太搞笑了，以至于我们笑得前仰后合。
idiom

give someone the shirt off your back

非常慷慨和无私
Meaning
to be extremely generous and selfless
Example
He’d **give you the shirt off his back** if you needed it.
如果你需要，他会把自己的衬衫给你。
idiom

make peace

结束分歧并重新成为朋友
Meaning
to end a disagreement and become friendly again
Example
The two families finally **made peace** after many years.
两家人经过多年终于和好了。
idiom

robotic response

无感情或机械的反应
Meaning
an emotionless or mechanical reaction
Example
She gave a **robotic response** during the interview.
她在面试中给出了一个机械反应。
idiom

zone out

停止注意并在思想上漂移
Meaning
to stop paying attention and mentally drift away
Example
I completely **zoned out** during the long presentation.
在长时间的演讲中我完全**走神**了。
idiom

count on

依赖某人做某事
Meaning
to rely on or trust someone to do something
Example
You can always **count on** me.
你总是可以依赖我。
idiom

start off on the right foot

以积极或良好的方式开始某事
Meaning
to begin something well or positively
Example
I want to **start off on the right foot** with my new job.
我希望在我的新工作中有一个好的开始。
idiom

the going gets tough

当情况变得非常困难或具有挑战性时
Meaning
when the situation becomes very difficult or challenging
Example
When **the going gets tough**, the tough get going.
当**情况变得困难**时，强者会迎难而上。
idiom

battle of wills

双方都拒绝让步的冲突
Meaning
a conflict where both sides refuse to give up
Example
It became a **battle of wills** between the manager and the team leader.
它变成了经理和团队领导之间的**意志之战**。
idiom

make someone's jaw drop

让某人大为惊讶或震惊
Meaning
to surprise or amaze someone greatly
Example
Her stunning dress **made everyone's jaw drop**.
她那件惊艳的裙子**让每个人都目瞪口呆**。
idiom

crazy about someone

深深地被某人吸引或迷住
Meaning
to be deeply attracted or infatuated with someone
Example
She’s **crazy about** her new boyfriend.
她对她的新男朋友**疯狂**。
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。
idiom

green-eyed jealousy

强烈的嫉妒情感
Meaning
strong feeling of envy
Example
**Green-eyed jealousy** can ruin even the best relationships.
**绿眼睛的嫉妒**甚至可以摧毁最好的关系。
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

a bundle of joy

某人或某物带来巨大的幸福
Meaning
someone or something that brings great happiness
Example
Their new baby is **a bundle of joy** for the family.
他们的新宝宝是家庭的**快乐源泉**。
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

call it a night

停止正在做的事并回家，特别是在派对后
Meaning
to stop what you are doing and go home, especially after a party
Example
It’s getting late, let’s **call it a night**.
已经很晚了，我们回家吧。
idiom

sitting on the fence

避免站队或做决定
Meaning
to avoid taking sides or making a decision
Example
He is **sitting on the fence** about the new policy.
他对新政策没有表态。
idiom

personally speaking

表达个人观点
Meaning
expressing one’s own personal view
Example
**Personally speaking**, I prefer quiet places.
**就个人而言**，我更喜欢安静的地方。
idiom

dot the i's and cross the t's

关注小细节或完美地完成事情
Meaning
to pay attention to small details or finalize things perfectly
Example
Before the presentation, we need to **dot the i's and cross the t's**.
在演讲之前，我们需要**dot the i's and cross the t's**。
idiom

tiger mom

一位严格的母亲，她推动孩子们达到高标准
Meaning
a strict mother who pushes her children to achieve high standards
Example
Her friends call her a **tiger mom** because she’s very demanding.
她的朋友们称她为**老虎妈妈**，因为她要求很高。
idiom

pharming

一种网络攻击，將网站的流量重定向到一个欺诈性网站，以窃取信息
Meaning
a cyber attack that redirects a website’s traffic to a fraudulent site to steal information
Example
The victim's bank details were stolen due to a **pharming** attack.
由于**法明**攻击，受害人的银行账户信息被窃取。
idiom

sing from the same hymn sheet

与他人表达相同的意见，特别是公开地
Meaning
to express the same opinion as others, especially publicly
Example
All the managers are **singing from the same hymn sheet** on this issue.
所有经理在这个问题上都在**唱同一首歌**。
idiom

masterpiece in the making

正在发展成伟大的某种事物
Meaning
something developing into something great
Example
Her latest project looks like **a masterpiece in the making**.
她的最新项目看起来像是**一件正在制作的杰作**。
idiom

share the load

将工作或责任分配给人们
Meaning
to divide the work or responsibility among people
Example
We should **share the load** so no one gets too tired.
我们应该**分担负担**，这样就不会有人太累了
idiom

split up

分开或结束一段关系或婚姻
Meaning
to separate or end a relationship or marriage
Example
John and Mary **split up** last month.
John 和 Mary 上个月 **分开** 了。
idiom

too big to fail

一个公司或机构如此重要以至于不太可能失败
Meaning
a company or institution that is so important that it is unlikely to fail
Example
Many financial institutions were considered **too big to fail** during the 2008 financial crisis.
在2008年金融危机期间，许多金融机构被认为是‘大而不倒’。
idiom

get to the point

专注于对话或问题的重要部分
Meaning
to focus on the important part of a conversation or issue
Example
We don’t have much time, so let’s **get to the point**.
我们时间不多，所以让我们直接进入正题。
idiom

frozen with fear

因恐惧而僵硬
Meaning
unable to move because of extreme fear
Example
She stood **frozen with fear** when the snake appeared.
她因恐惧而僵硬，当蛇出现时。
idiom

go viral

在网上变得非常受欢迎
Meaning
to become extremely popular online
Example
Her funny video **went viral** overnight.
她的搞笑视频一夜之间就火了。
idiom

fly high

非常成功或快乐
Meaning
to be very successful or happy
Example
After winning the award, she’s been **flying high**.
赢得奖项后，她一直非常高兴。
idiom

hand off to

将责任或控制转交给其他人
Meaning
to transfer responsibility or control to someone else
Example
I’ll **hand this off to** the design team tomorrow.
我明天将这交给设计团队。
idiom

fed up with

对某事感到厌倦或烦恼
Meaning
tired or annoyed with something
Example
I'm **fed up with** doing the same thing every day.
我厌倦了每天做同样的事情。
idiom

Eureka moment

突然发现或意识到的时刻
Meaning
a sudden moment of discovery or realization
Example
She had a **Eureka moment** when she found the solution to the problem.
当她找到问题的解决方案时，她有一个 **尤里卡 时刻**。
idiom

Make headlines

成为重要的新闻故事
Meaning
To become an important news story
Example
Her sudden resignation **made headlines** across the country.
她的突然辞职成为全国的头条新闻。
idiom

I feel that

用来表达个人的信念或感觉
Meaning
Used to express a personal belief or feeling
Example
I feel that we could do better next time.
我觉得我们下次可以做得更好。
idiom

take a rain check

拒绝一个提议，但建议另择时间
Meaning
to decline an offer but suggest doing it another time
Example
Can I **take a rain check** on dinner? I am busy tonight.
我可以**推迟晚餐**吗？我今晚很忙。
idiom

helicopter parent

一个过度参与孩子生活的父母
Meaning
a parent who is overly involved in their child’s life
Example
She’s a bit of a **helicopter parent**, always watching over her kids.
她有点像**直升机父母**，总是关注她的孩子。
idiom

Put our heads together

一起讨论并共同找到解决办法。
Meaning
To discuss and find a solution collectively.
Example
Let’s **put our heads together** and come up with a plan.
让我们一起想办法并制定一个计划。
idiom

on the warpath

非常生气并且可能争论或打架
Meaning
very angry and likely to argue or fight
Example
She was **on the warpath** after hearing the bad news.
她听到坏消息后非常生气。
idiom

new lease on life

在困难时期之后重新开始生活或做某事的机会
Meaning
a chance to live or start something again after a period of difficulty
Example
Winning the award gave her a **new lease on life**.
获奖给了她生活的新机会。
idiom

play the field

与多人约会或建立浪漫关系而不做承诺
Meaning
to date or have romantic relationships with many people without commitment
Example
He’s still **playing the field** and not looking for a serious relationship.
他还在 **玩情场**，并不在寻找严肃的关系。
idiom

use up

完全消耗某物
Meaning
to consume something completely
Example
We’ve **used up** all the printer paper already.
我们已经用完了所有的打印纸。
idiom

Give the shirt off your back

尽一切所能去帮助某人
Meaning
to give everything you can to help someone
Example
She would **give the shirt off her back** if it meant helping her friends.
如果能帮助她的朋友，她会**脱下背上的衬衫**。
idiom

crack of dawn

非常早的早晨
Meaning
very early in the morning
Example
He wakes up at the **crack of dawn** every day.
他每天早上在黎明时分醒来。
idiom

get a foot in the door

迈出实现某事的第一步，特别是获得工作
Meaning
to take the first step towards achieving something, especially a job
Example
He took an internship to **get a foot in the door** of the company.
他参加了实习，想在公司里得到一个职位。
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

Put your heart into it

全心全意地去做某事。
Meaning
To do something with full effort and enthusiasm.
Example
If you **put your heart into it**, you’ll achieve great results.
如果你全心全意地去做，你会取得很好的成果。
idiom

sort through

通过分开所需和不需要的物品进行组织
Meaning
to organize by separating what is needed from what is not
Example
Let’s **sort through** the survey responses this afternoon.
今天下午我们整理调查问卷的回复。
idiom

Go down the rabbit hole

深深地参与某事，往往是无意的。
Meaning
To get deeply involved in something, often unintentionally.
Example
I started reading about AI and **went down the rabbit hole** for hours.
我开始阅读关于人工智能的内容，**进入了兔子洞**几个小时。
idiom

take the road less traveled

做一些不同寻常的事情
Meaning
to do something different or unconventional
Example
He **took the road less traveled** by choosing a career in adventure sports.
他通过选择冒险运动的职业，**走了人迹较少的道路**。
idiom

cry one’s eyes out

大声哭泣; 无法控制地哭泣
Meaning
to cry a lot; to weep uncontrollably
Example
She **cried her eyes out** after watching that sad movie.
她在看完那部悲伤的电影后**哭得不成样子**。
idiom

break the silence

在一段沉默之后开始说话
Meaning
to start talking after a period of silence
Example
He was the one to **break the silence** after the awkward pause.
尴尬的沉默之后，他是那个**打破沉默**的人。
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relieve stress

减少或消除焦虑或压力的感觉
Meaning
to reduce or eliminate feelings of anxiety or pressure
Example
Yoga can really help to **relieve stress** and improve your mood.
瑜伽确实可以帮助缓解压力并改善你的心情。
idiom

to take the bull by the horns

直接并且果断地面对问题或挑战
Meaning
to confront a problem or challenge directly and with determination
Example
We need to **take the bull by the horns** and start making decisions now.
我们需要**抓住公牛的角**，现在开始做出决定。
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plan B

第一个计划失败时的备用计划
Meaning
an alternative plan if the first one fails
Example
We should have a **plan B** in case things go wrong.
我们应该有一个计划B，以防事情出错。
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your own flesh and blood

家庭成员或亲密的亲戚。
Meaning
A family member or close relative.
Example
How can you turn away from **your own flesh and blood**?
你怎么能背弃你自己的骨肉呢？
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broken-hearted

因某事或某人而极度悲伤
Meaning
extremely sad about something or someone
Example
He was **broken-hearted** after the breakup.
分手后，他心碎了。
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the grass is always greener on the other side

其他情况总是看起来比你自己的好
Meaning
other situations always seem better than your own
Example
**The grass is always greener on the other side**, but be grateful.
**另一边的草总是更绿**, 但要心存感激。
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cutthroat competition

极其激烈而残酷的竞争
Meaning
extremely intense and ruthless competition
Example
The smartphone market is a **cutthroat competition**.
智能手机市场是一场残酷的竞争。
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Rise from the ashes

在失败或毁灭之后重新恢复并变得强大。
Meaning
To recover and become strong again after failure or destruction.
Example
The company **rose from the ashes** after going bankrupt.
公司在破产后**从灰烬中重生**。
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teacher’s pet

老师特别喜欢的学生
Meaning
a student who is favored by the teacher
Example
Everyone teases her for being the **teacher’s pet**.
大家都取笑她是老师的宠儿。
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rise and shine

醒来并充满活力地开始你的一天
Meaning
wake up and start your day energetically
Example
**Rise and shine**, it’s a brand new day!
起床闪耀吧，这是全新的一天！
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hammer home

强调某事
Meaning
to emphasize something forcefully
Example
The trainer **hammered home** the importance of rest.
教练**强调**休息的重要性。
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back into

无意中向后移到某物中
Meaning
to move backwards into something unintentionally
Example
I nearly **backed into** the recycling bin while parking.
我差点在停车时倒退进回收箱里。
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long story short

简要总结某事
Meaning
to summarize something briefly
Example
**Long story short**, we missed the train.
简而言之，我们错过了火车。
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pivot on a dime

快速改变方向或策略
Meaning
to change direction or strategy quickly
Example
Startups often have to **pivot on a dime** when market trends shift.
当市场趋势发生变化时，创业公司通常需要**在一枚硬币上转向**。
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get ahead of the game

比其他人更成功或更先进
Meaning
to be more successful or advanced than others
Example
He’s always looking for new ideas to **get ahead of the game**.
他总是寻找新的想法，以便超越他人。
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break the law

犯下非法行为
Meaning
to commit an illegal act
Example
Anyone who **breaks the law** should be punished.
任何**违法的人**都应该受到惩罚。
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pass along

将信息或物品与其他人共享
Meaning
to share information or items with someone else
Example
Could you **pass along** the agenda to the interns?
你能将议程传递给实习生吗？
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eat one's words

承认自己说的错了
Meaning
to admit that what one said was wrong
Example
He had to **eat his words** after breaking his promise.
他在打破承诺后不得不**吃掉自己的话**。
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synergy effect

两家或更多公司共同合作所带来的更高效能或价值
Meaning
the increased effectiveness or value that results from two or more companies working together
Example
The partnership created a **synergy effect**, benefiting both companies.
合作关系创造了一个协同效应，使两家公司都受益。
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luck of the Irish

与爱尔兰人民相关的好运
Meaning
good fortune associated with Irish people
Example
He found gold! Must be the **luck of the Irish**.
他找到了黄金！一定是**爱尔兰的好运**。
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Follow your nose

相信你的直觉，走你认为对的方向。
Meaning
Trust your instincts and go in the direction that feels right.
Example
If you're lost, just **follow your nose** and you'll find the way.
如果你迷路了，只需 **跟着你的鼻子走**，你就会找到路。
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make amends

做某事以表示你感到抱歉
Meaning
to do something to show you are sorry
Example
He tried to **make amends** by helping her with her work.
他试图通过帮她工作来**弥补**。
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crossing the ethical boundary

以超出道德可接受范围的方式行事
Meaning
to act in a way that goes beyond moral acceptability
Example
Using AI to manipulate emotions may be **crossing the ethical boundary**.
使用人工智能操纵情绪可能是在**跨越道德界限**。
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a thorn in one's side

不断的烦恼或问题的来源
Meaning
a constant source of annoyance or trouble
Example
The trade dispute has become **a thorn in our side**.
贸易争端已成为**我们侧面的刺**。
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have a soft spot for

对某事或某人有好感或喜爱
Meaning
to have a fondness or affection for something or someone
Example
I **have a soft spot for** old classic movies.
我对老电影有特别的喜爱。
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shoot for the moon

瞄准非常高或雄心勃勃的目标
Meaning
to aim for something very high or ambitious
Example
He decided to **shoot for the moon** and apply to Harvard.
他决定 **瞄准非常高的目标** 并申请哈佛。
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set an example

以一种其他人应该跟随的方式行事
Meaning
to behave in a way that others should follow
Example
A true leader **sets an example** for others to follow.
一个真正的领导者为其他人树立**榜样**。
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What’s done is done

对于过去的错误没有必要再担心了。
Meaning
There is no point in worrying about past mistakes.
Example
We can’t change the past, so **what’s done is done**.
我们不能改变过去，所以**做过的就是做过的**。
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brush aside

把某事视为不重要并置之不理
Meaning
to dismiss something as unimportant
Example
Management **brushed aside** the rumors during the briefing.
管理层在简报中**无视**了这些谣言。
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hard luck story

关于某人不幸的故事
Meaning
a story about someone's misfortune
Example
He’s always telling a **hard luck story** to get sympathy.
他总是在讲一个 **倒霉的故事** 来获得同情。