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idiom

make yourself clear

以便他人容易理解你表达的意思
Meaning
to express yourself so that others understand you easily
Example
Could you **make yourself clear**, please?
您能**说清楚一点**吗？
idiom

give over to

将时间或空间奉献给某事
Meaning
to devote time or space to something
Example
They **gave the evening over to** brainstorming.
他们 **将晚上时间用来** 进行头脑风暴。
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brush past

轻轻接触并迅速经过某人或某物
Meaning
to move quickly by someone or something with slight contact
Example
He **brushed past** the reporters without stopping.
他**轻轻地擦过**记者们没有停下来。
idiom

mind the gap

意识到潜在的问题或差异
Meaning
to be aware of potential problems or discrepancies
Example
The developer needs to **mind the gap** between AI expectations and real-world capabilities.
开发者需要 **注意差距**，人工智能的预期和现实世界的能力之间的差距。
idiom

the algorithm knows best

这表明人工智能或机器学习模型通常是做出决策或预测的最可靠或高效的方式
Meaning
suggesting that AI or machine learning models are often the most reliable or efficient way to make decisions or predictions
Example
In most cases, **the algorithm knows best** when it comes to sorting large volumes of data.
在大多数情况下，**算法最了解情况**，当涉及到对大量数据进行排序时
idiom

hold off

推迟做某事
Meaning
to delay doing something
Example
Let’s **hold off** on finalizing the order until we confirm the budget.
在确认预算之前，让我们先推迟定单的最终确认。
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off the beaten path

做一些不寻常或原创的事情
Meaning
doing something unusual or original
Example
Her ideas are always **off the beaten path**.
她的想法总是**与众不同**。
idiom

mud-slinging

批评某人，尤其是在政治中，旨在破坏其声誉的行为
Meaning
the act of criticizing someone, especially in politics, to harm their reputation
Example
The debate turned into **mud-slinging** very quickly.
辩论很快变成了相互指责。
idiom

A golden opportunity

做某事的一个非常好的机会
Meaning
a very good chance to do something
Example
Getting this scholarship is **a golden opportunity** for you.
获得这个奖学金对你来说是**一个黄金机会**。
idiom

hear someone out

听某人说话，直到他讲完
Meaning
to listen to someone until they have finished speaking
Example
Please **hear me out** before you make a decision.
请在做决定之前**听我说完**。
idiom

a heart of gold

一个非常友善和关心他人的人
Meaning
someone who is very kind and caring
Example
She has **a heart of gold**, always helping anyone in need.
她有**一颗金子般的心**，总是帮助有需要的人。
idiom

come to terms with

在经过一些谈判后达成协议或接受一种情况
Meaning
to reach an agreement or accept a situation after some negotiation
Example
It took some time, but eventually we **came to terms with** the new policy.
这花了一些时间，但最终我们**接受了**新政策。
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

Down the rabbit hole

陷入一个奇怪、复杂或离奇的境地。
Meaning
Entering into a strange, complicated, or bizarre situation.
Example
I went **down the rabbit hole** researching ancient myths.
我在研究古代神话时陷入了 **down the rabbit hole**。
idiom

lay the foundation

为某事创造基础或起点
Meaning
to create the base or starting point for something
Example
They worked hard to **lay the foundation** for future growth.
他们努力工作，为未来的增长**打下基础**。
idiom

tickled pink

非常高兴或愉快
Meaning
very pleased or delighted
Example
She was **tickled pink** by the surprise gift.
她因收到惊喜礼物而**非常高兴**。
idiom

to learn the ropes

学习如何做某事，特别是工作
Meaning
to learn how to do something, especially a job
Example
She is new here, but she is quickly **learning the ropes**.
她是新来的，但她很快就学会了**绳索**。
idiom

buckle under pressure

因过度压力或压力而屈服或失败。
Meaning
to give in or fail due to too much stress or pressure
Example
Some employees **buckle under pressure**, while others thrive.
一些员工在压力下屈服，而其他员工则茁壮成长。
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

couldn’t care less

表现出完全的冷漠
Meaning
to show total indifference
Example
She **couldn’t care less** about what people think.
她对别人怎么想完全不在乎。
idiom

step up

在需要时承担责任或采取行动
Meaning
to take responsibility or action when needed
Example
When the manager was away, she **stepped up** to lead the team.
当经理不在时，她主动站出来领导团队。
idiom

burning the midnight oil

熬夜工作
Meaning
working late into the night
Example
She’s been **burning the midnight oil** to finish the report.
她为了完成报告，一直在熬夜工作。
idiom

let sleeping dogs lie

避免提出会引起麻烦的问题
Meaning
to avoid bringing up a problem that will cause trouble
Example
It is better to **let sleeping dogs lie**.
最好让睡着的狗保持安静。
idiom

tear one’s hair out

极度担心或烦恼
Meaning
to be extremely worried or upset
Example
She was **tearing her hair out** trying to find her lost keys.
她在努力寻找丢失的钥匙时，**撕掉了自己的头发**。
idiom

can of worms

一个复杂的问题，一旦开始，可能会引发更多麻烦
Meaning
a complex problem that may cause more trouble once started
Example
AI bias is a **can of worms** that’s hard to fix.
AI偏见是一个**can of worms**，很难解决。
idiom

tag along

未经邀请加入别人的在线活动或对话
Meaning
to join someone’s online activity or conversation uninvited
Example
He just **tagged along** in our group chat without asking.
他没有问就加入了我们的群聊。
idiom

a giant leap for mankind

一次重大的或开创性的成就
Meaning
a significant or groundbreaking achievement
Example
The first man landing on the moon was truly **a giant leap for mankind**.
第一个登月的人真的是**人类的伟大飞跃**。
idiom

under the gun

在压力下完成或做某事
Meaning
under pressure to perform or complete something
Example
We were **under the gun** to meet the deadline for the report.
我们为了赶报告的截止日期而承受压力。
idiom

moral compass

一个人判断对与错的能力
Meaning
a person’s ability to judge what is right and wrong
Example
Developers must keep their **moral compass** while designing AI tools.
开发人员在设计AI工具时，必须保持他们的**道德指南针**。
idiom

set the standard

设定一个卓越的典范，供他人争取达到
Meaning
to establish an example of excellence that others strive to reach
Example
Her work ethic has **set the standard** for the entire team.
她的工作伦理为整个团队**设定了标准**。
idiom

Power behind the throne

对领导层有隐藏或间接影响的人或团体
Meaning
A person or group who has a hidden or indirect influence over the leadership
Example
The chief advisor is often considered the **power behind the throne**.
首席顾问通常被认为是**王位背后的权力**。
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To be there for someone

在某人需要时提供情感支持
Meaning
To offer emotional support when someone is in need
Example
No matter what happens, I’ll always **be there for you**.
无论发生什么，我都会一直在你身边。
idiom

have faith in someone

完全信任某人
Meaning
to trust someone completely
Example
You should **have faith in** your team.
你应该**信任**你的团队。
idiom

take the pressure off

让紧张的情况变得轻松一些
Meaning
to make a stressful situation easier
Example
Hiring an assistant really **took the pressure off** me.
雇一个助理真的让我减轻了压力。
idiom

the big bang

一个突如其来的强大开始；通常用于隐喻
Meaning
a sudden and powerful beginning; often used metaphorically
Example
The startup launched with **a big bang** in the tech world.
这家初创公司在科技界以**大爆炸**的方式推出。
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fear of the unknown

对未知事物的焦虑
Meaning
anxiety about things that are unfamiliar or uncertain
Example
Many people avoid change because of their **fear of the unknown**.
许多人因为他们的**对未知的恐惧**而避免变化。
idiom

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**。
idiom

mix in

將一件事物與其他事物結合
Meaning
to combine one thing with others
Example
Now **mix in** the chopped herbs.
現在將切碎的香草混合進去。
idiom

bend the law

以不诚实的方式利用法律来达到目的
Meaning
to use the law in a dishonest way to achieve something
Example
Some lawyers know how to **bend the law** to help their clients.
一些律师知道如何**钻法律的空子**来帮助他们的客户。
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carry the world on your shoulders

感到对一切负责；承受过多的压力
Meaning
to feel responsible for everything; to take on too much stress
Example
You can’t **carry the world on your shoulders**; learn to share the load.
你不能 **背负整个世界在肩上**；学会分担负担。
idiom

AI arms race

公司或国家之间在人工智能发展中争夺领导地位的竞争
Meaning
competition among companies or nations to lead in AI development
Example
Big tech companies are engaged in an **AI arms race**.
大型科技公司正在参与一场**AI军备竞赛**。
idiom

going viral

在互联网或社交媒体上迅速变得非常受欢迎
Meaning
to become very popular very quickly on the internet or social media
Example
The video of the cat dancing has **gone viral** and everyone is talking about it.
那只跳舞的猫的视频已经**病毒式传播**，每个人都在谈论它。
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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

carry over

将某事物转移到稍后的时间或地点
Meaning
to transfer something to a later time or place
Example
We’ll **carry over** the unused vacation days to next year.
我们将把未使用的假期天数转移到明年。
idiom

mutton dressed as lamb

一位年长的人试图看起来更年轻
Meaning
an older person trying to look younger
Example
People laughed when she wore teenage clothes — they said she was **mutton dressed as lamb**.
当她穿上青少年衣服时，人们笑了——他们说她是**mutton dressed as lamb**。
idiom

flat broke

一点钱都没有
Meaning
having no money at all
Example
I was **flat broke** after paying all my bills this month.
这个月我付完所有账单后完全没有钱了。
idiom

sick as a dog

非常生病
Meaning
very ill
Example
I was **sick as a dog** after eating that street food.
我吃了那道街头食物后非常生病。
idiom

show true colors

揭示一个人真实的性格或意图
Meaning
to reveal one’s real character or intentions
Example
He **showed his true colors** when he took charge of the team.
当他接管团队时，他展现了自己的真实面目。
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

give it a shot

尝试某事，即使你不确定是否会成功
Meaning
to try something, even if you are not sure of success
Example
You should **give it a shot**; you might surprise yourself.
你应该尝试一下；你可能会让自己惊讶。
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。
idiom

nip in the bud

在问题变得更严重之前停止它
Meaning
to stop something before it becomes a bigger problem
Example
We should **nip the problem in the bud** before it spreads.
我们应该在问题扩散之前**把问题扼杀在萌芽状态**。
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。
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split second

非常短的时间
Meaning
a very short amount of time
Example
The decision was made in a **split second**.
决定是在**一瞬间**做出的。
idiom

Chart a course

计划达成某事的方法。
Meaning
To plan a way to achieve something.
Example
The company has **charted a course** for global expansion.
公司已为全球扩展**制定了计划**。
idiom

work hand in hand

与某人紧密而有效地合作
Meaning
to work closely and effectively with someone
Example
The designers and developers **work hand in hand** on the project.
设计师和开发人员在项目中密切合作。
idiom

bide your time

耐心等待合适的时机
Meaning
to wait patiently for the right moment
Example
She decided to **bide her time** before making a move.
她决定在行动之前**耐心等待合适的时机**。
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break the problem down

将复杂的问题分解成较小、更易管理的部分
Meaning
to divide a complex problem into smaller, more manageable parts
Example
Let's **break the problem down** into smaller steps.
让我们把问题分解成较小的步骤
idiom

spread the word

告诉很多人某件事
Meaning
to tell many people about something
Example
Please **spread the word** about our new course.
请传播我们新课程的信息。
idiom

beyond reasonable doubt

没有任何逻辑上的不确定性
Meaning
without any logical uncertainty
Example
The jury found him guilty **beyond reasonable doubt**.
陪审团认定他毫无合理怀疑地有罪。
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go through a transformation

经历一次重大的变化或改善
Meaning
to undergo a significant change or improvement
Example
The company had to **go through a transformation** to survive in the competitive market.
公司必须**经历一次转变**才能在竞争激烈的市场中生存。
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

to be in the same boat

处于相同的困难境地
Meaning
to be in the same difficult situation
Example
We are all **in the same boat** when it comes to the upcoming project deadline.
当涉及到即将到来的项目截止日期时，我们都**在同一条船上**。
idiom

walk on eggshells

非常小心地说或做，以避免冒犯某人
Meaning
to be very careful about what you say or do to avoid upsetting someone
Example
Ever since the argument, I've been **walking on eggshells** around him.
自从争执之后，我一直在他周围**走在蛋壳上**。
idiom

state of the art

最现代化和先进的
Meaning
the most modern and advanced
Example
They built a **state-of-the-art** research facility.
他们建造了一个**最先进的**研究设施。
idiom

hit the target audience

用信息或产品触达目标受众
Meaning
to reach the intended group of people with a message or product
Example
The new campaign failed to **hit the target audience** effectively.
新的宣传活动未能有效地**触达目标受众**。
idiom

That ship has sailed

这个机会已经过去，不能再使用。
Meaning
That opportunity is gone and cannot be used anymore.
Example
I wanted to apply for that job, but **that ship has sailed**.
我想申请那份工作，但**这个机会已经过去了**。
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Throw down the gauntlet

挑战某人打架或竞争。
Meaning
To challenge someone to fight or compete.
Example
He **threw down the gauntlet** by questioning his opponent’s honesty.
他通过质疑对手的诚实来抛出了挑战。
idiom

drum up

增加对某事的兴趣或支持
Meaning
to increase interest or support for something
Example
The volunteers are visiting schools to **drum up** excitement for the festival.
志愿者正在访问学校，以增加节日的兴奋。
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to shoot for the stars

瞄准非常雄心勃勃或难以实现的目标
Meaning
to aim for something very ambitious or difficult to achieve
Example
He decided to **shoot for the stars** by applying to the most prestigious universities.
他决定通过申请最负盛名的大学来**瞄准星星**。
idiom

double check with

与某人确认信息
Meaning
to confirm information with someone
Example
Could you **double check with** finance about the budget?
你能和财务部门确认预算吗?
idiom

color outside the lines

以创造性和不拘一格的方式思考或行动
Meaning
to think or act creatively and unconventionally
Example
Good designers always **color outside the lines**.
优秀的设计师总是**超越界限**思考。
idiom

Get traction

开始在市场中获得关注或成功。
Meaning
To start gaining attention or success in the market.
Example
The new app is starting to **get traction** among users.
新应用正在开始在用户中**获得 traction**。
idiom

Tear down barriers

消除人与人之间的障碍或偏见。
Meaning
To remove obstacles or prejudices between people.
Example
Education helps to **tear down barriers** between communities.
教育有助于消除社区之间的障碍。
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ahead of its time

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

keep something to yourself

不要告诉任何人某事
Meaning
not tell anyone about something
Example
Please **keep it to yourself** until we’re ready to announce.
请**保密**，直到我们准备好宣布。
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eye on the prize

保持专注于实现你的目标
Meaning
to stay focused on achieving your goal
Example
She always keeps her **eye on the prize** no matter what.
无论发生什么，她总是**紧盯着奖品**。
idiom

crash and burn

彻底或突然失败
Meaning
to fail completely or suddenly
Example
The new software update **crashed and burned** after launch.
新的软件更新在发布后**彻底失败了**。
idiom

get into the habit

开始做某事并保持规律性
Meaning
to begin to do something regularly
Example
I’ve **got into the habit** of reading before bed.
我已经养成了睡前读书的习惯。
idiom

Pyrrhic victory

以过高代价赢得的胜利，不值得的胜利。
Meaning
A victory won at too great a cost to be worthwhile.
Example
Winning the lawsuit was a **Pyrrhic victory** since it drained all their finances.
赢得诉讼是一场**惨胜**，因为它耗尽了他们的财产。
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time's up

某事或某人的时间已经结束
Meaning
the time for something or someone has ended
Example
You have to finish the test now. **Time's up**!
你现在必须完成测试。时间到了！
idiom

to play fair

诚实行事并遵循规则。
Meaning
To act honestly and follow the rules.
Example
In every competition, we must **play fair**.
在每场比赛中，我们必须**公平竞赛**。
idiom

every cloud has a silver lining

每个困难的情况都有积极的一面
Meaning
every difficult situation has a hopeful aspect
Example
I was sad when I lost my job, but then I found a better one. **Every cloud has a silver lining**.
我失业时很难过，但后来找到了一份更好的工作。每个困难的情况都有积极的一面。
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lean into

拥抱并积极参与某事
Meaning
to embrace and actively engage with something
Example
She decided to **lean into** the new role and learn quickly.
她决定拥抱这个新角色并迅速学习。
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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**。
idiom

troll someone

故意在网上激怒或惹恼某人
Meaning
to deliberately provoke or upset someone online
Example
Some users love to **troll** others just for fun.
有些用户只是为了好玩而喜欢**喷**别人。
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on the big screen

出现在电影中
Meaning
appearing in a cinema film
Example
Her novel was adapted **on the big screen** last year.
她的小说去年在**大银幕上**改编。
idiom

laugh off

把某事当作玩笑来搪塞或不当回事
Meaning
to dismiss something by treating it as a joke
Example
She tried to **laugh off** the mistake during the presentation.
她试图在演讲中把那个错误当作玩笑来搪塞过去。
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under the stars

在露天，特别是在夜晚
Meaning
in the open air, outside, especially at night
Example
We slept **under the stars** by the lake.
我们在湖边**在星空下**睡觉。
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The sun is shining

幸福或积极性的隐喻，通常在事情进展顺利时使用。
Meaning
A metaphor for happiness or positivity, often used when things are going well.
Example
After all the hard work, things finally seemed to be **shining**.
经过所有的努力，事情最终似乎在**闪耀**。
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spin up

快速启动某事，尤其是一个系统
Meaning
to start something quickly, especially a system
Example
The IT team can **spin up** a test server in minutes.
IT团队可以在几分钟内启动一个测试服务器。
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blow out of proportion

夸大或过度陈述某事
Meaning
to exaggerate or overstate something
Example
The media **blew the story out of proportion**.
媒体把故事夸大了。
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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。
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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**。
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throw a curveball

用意想不到的事情让某人感到惊讶
Meaning
to surprise someone with something unexpected
Example
The new policy really **threw us a curveball**.
新政策真的是让我们感到惊讶。
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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。
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blow one’s top

突然变得非常生气
Meaning
to suddenly become very angry
Example
He **blew his top** when he saw the mistake.
当他看到错误时，他非常生气。
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talk nineteen to the dozen

说话非常快而且不停
Meaning
to talk very quickly and without stopping
Example
Once she starts, she **talks nineteen to the dozen**.
她一开始就**不停地说话**。
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throw the book at someone

严厉惩罚某人
Meaning
to punish someone severely
Example
The judge decided to **throw the book at** the criminal.
法官决定对犯人**施以严惩**。
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run like clockwork

顺利高效地运作
Meaning
to operate smoothly and efficiently
Example
The production line **runs like clockwork** these days.
生产线 **像时钟一样运作** 这些天。
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You can do it

要有信心; 相信自己的能力。
Meaning
Have confidence; believe in your ability.
Example
Don’t doubt yourself, **you can do it**!
不要怀疑自己，你可以做到！
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juggle work and life

同时管理工作和个人生活
Meaning
to manage both work and personal life at the same time
Example
It's not easy to **juggle work and life**, but I try to do my best.
同时 **juggling 工作和生活** 不容易，但我尽力做到最好。
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Fit like a glove

完美契合。
Meaning
To fit perfectly.
Example
This dress **fits like a glove** on you!
这件裙子**就像手套一样合适**！
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on the same wavelength

与某人以相似的方式思考
Meaning
to think in a similar way as someone else
Example
My best friend and I are always **on the same wavelength**.
我和我最好的朋友总是保持同样的思路。
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penny stock

一种价格非常低且高风险的股票
Meaning
a very low-priced, high-risk stock
Example
He made a fortune trading **penny stocks**.
他通过交易**便士股票**赚了一笔财富。
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butterflies in one's stomach

感到紧张或焦虑
Meaning
feeling nervous or anxious
Example
I had **butterflies in my stomach** before the interview.
面试前我感到很紧张。
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bad luck

不幸或运气差的情况
Meaning
unfortunate or unlucky situation
Example
It’s just **bad luck** that it rained on our picnic day.
只是**运气不好**，在我们的野餐日下雨了。
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family comes first

家庭是生活中最重要的优先事项
Meaning
family is the most important priority in life
Example
No matter how busy I get, **family comes first** for me.
无论我多么忙碌，**家庭第一**对我来说是最重要的。
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step up one’s game

提高自己的努力或表现
Meaning
to improve one’s effort or performance
Example
If you want that promotion, you need to **step up your game**.
如果你想获得晋升，你需要**提高你的表现**。
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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**。
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Get down to brass tacks

开始讨论事情的基本或最重要的方面。
Meaning
To start discussing the essential or most important aspects of a matter.
Example
Let’s **get down to brass tacks** and talk about the real issues.
让我们**进入正题**，谈谈真正的问题。
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take it to the next level

显著改善某事; 升级到更高的阶段
Meaning
to improve something significantly; to advance to a higher stage
Example
We plan to **take our business to the next level** this year.
我们计划今年将**我们的业务提升到下一个层次**。
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flesh out

向某事物添加更多细节
Meaning
to add more detail to something
Example
We need to **flesh out** the proposal before presenting it.
我们需要在展示之前将提案补充更多细节。
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open heart

在感情和行动上诚实与友善
Meaning
to be honest and kind in feelings and actions
Example
He welcomed everyone with an **open heart**.
他以开诚布公的心欢迎每个人。
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stoic calm

在困难或压力大的情况下保持冷静
Meaning
to remain calm in difficult or stressful situations
Example
Even during the crisis, she maintained **stoic calm**.
即使在危机时，她也保持了**stoic calm**。
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fill out

通过提供信息来填写表格
Meaning
to complete a form by providing information
Example
Please **fill out** this survey after the workshop.
请在研讨会后填写此调查。
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grab a bite

快速吃点东西
Meaning
to eat something quickly
Example
Let’s **grab a bite** before the meeting.
我们在会议之前吃点东西。
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blur the lines

使两者之间的区别变得不那么清晰
Meaning
to make the difference between two things less clear or distinct
Example
AI-generated art often **blurs the lines** between human creativity and machine output.
人工智能生成的艺术常常**模糊了**人类创造力与机器输出之间的界限。
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Crossing the Rubicon

采取一个不可逆转的步骤，带来严重后果。
Meaning
Taking an irreversible step with serious consequences.
Example
By going public with the information, he was **crossing the Rubicon**.
通过公开信息，他迈出了一个不可逆转的步伐。
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brush up on

提高某人的技能或知识
Meaning
to improve one’s skill or knowledge
Example
She decided to **brush up on** her painting techniques.
她决定提高她的绘画技巧。
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press ahead

尽管有障碍，依然坚定地继续
Meaning
to continue with determination despite obstacles
Example
Let’s **press ahead** even if the timeline shifts.
即使时间表改变，我们也要**press ahead**。