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idiom

mea culpa

用来承认自己错误的表达
Meaning
an expression used to admit one's own fault
Example
He offered a public **mea culpa** for his earlier comments.
他为自己早先的评论公开做了**mea culpa**。
idiom

have a brainwave

突然有了一个聪明的想法
Meaning
to suddenly have a clever idea
Example
I **had a brainwave** and solved the puzzle.
我突然有了一个聪明的想法，并解开了这个谜题。
idiom

go the extra mile

付出额外的努力去实现某事
Meaning
to make a special effort to achieve something
Example
She always **goes the extra mile** to help her team succeed.
她总是尽心尽力帮助她的团队取得成功。
idiom

on the right track

走在通往成功的正确道路上
Meaning
to be going in the correct direction to achieve success
Example
Your plan sounds great — you’re **on the right track**.
你的计划听起来很棒——你走在正确的道路上。
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

don't sweat the small stuff

不要为小事或不重要的事情担心
Meaning
don’t worry about minor or unimportant things
Example
It’s just a little mistake, **don’t sweat the small stuff**.
这只是一个小错误，**不要为小事担心**。
idiom

get it right

在犯错之后把事情做好
Meaning
to do something correctly after making a mistake
Example
It took a few tries, but she finally **got it right**.
尝试了几次，但她终于做对了。
idiom

practice what you preach

按照你给别人的建议行事
Meaning
to act according to the advice you give to others
Example
If you want others to be kind, you need to **practice what you preach**.
如果你想让别人友善，你需要实践你所宣扬的。
idiom

Don't put all your eggs in one basket

不要把所有的风险放在一个计划上。
Meaning
Don’t risk everything on a single plan.
Example
You should invest in different areas; **don’t put all your eggs in one basket**.
你应该在不同的领域投资；不要把所有的鸡蛋放在一个篮子里。
idiom

show your true colors

展示你的真实本性或意图
Meaning
to reveal your real character or intentions
Example
He finally **showed his true colors** when he refused to help his friend in need.
他终于**展示了他的真实本性**，当他拒绝帮助需要帮助的朋友时。
idiom

a flash in the pan

一开始看起来有希望但最终失败的东西
Meaning
something that seems promising at first but fails to deliver
Example
The peace talks were just **a flash in the pan**.
和平谈判只是**昙花一现**。
idiom

divide and conquer

通过引起他人之间的分歧来获得控制
Meaning
to gain control by causing disagreement among others
Example
The dictator used a **divide and conquer** strategy to maintain power.
独裁者使用了**分而治之**战略来维持权力。
idiom

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**。
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

a bridge too far

一个过于雄心勃勃或无法实现的尝试或目标
Meaning
an attempt or goal that is too ambitious or impossible to achieve
Example
The proposal to negotiate with all the countries at once was **a bridge too far**.
同时与所有国家谈判的提议是**一座太远的桥**。
idiom

clear your head

暂时停止思考某事并放松
Meaning
to stop thinking about something for a while and relax
Example
After a stressful week, I like to take a walk to **clear my head**.
在一周的压力之后，我喜欢散步来**清理头脑**。
idiom

toss out

丢掉某物
Meaning
to throw something away
Example
We had to **toss out** the expired snacks.
我们不得不**丢掉**过期的零食。
idiom

join up with

加入一个团队或小组
Meaning
to become part of a group or team
Example
She’ll **join up with** the outreach crew tomorrow.
她明天将加入外展团队。
idiom

give it your all

尽全力或用尽全部精力
Meaning
to try your best or use all your energy
Example
If you **give it your all**, you’ll be proud of yourself no matter the result.
如果你尽全力，不论结果如何，你都会为自己感到自豪。
idiom

cutting-edge marketing

使用最新和最先进的营销技术
Meaning
using the latest and most advanced marketing techniques
Example
Our company invests in **cutting-edge marketing** strategies.
我们的公司投资于前沿营销策略。
idiom

forbidden fruit

吸引人但不允许或道德上错误的东西
Meaning
something attractive but not allowed or morally wrong
Example
For teenagers, breaking rules often feels like **forbidden fruit**.
对于青少年来说，打破规则常常像是**禁果**。
idiom

make sense of

理解一些复杂或不清楚的事情
Meaning
to understand something that is complicated or unclear
Example
I finally **made sense of** the instructions after reading them twice.
我终于在读了两遍之后，**弄懂了**这些指示。
idiom

political mileage

从政治局势中获得的优势
Meaning
advantage gained from a political situation
Example
Opposition leaders tried to gain **political mileage** from the crisis.
反对派领导人试图从危机中获得**政治里程**。
idiom

live and let live

允许别人按照自己的方式生活，不去干涉
Meaning
to allow others to live as they choose without interference
Example
I believe in the principle of **live and let live**.
我相信**各过各的**的原则。
idiom

build castles in the air

做不切实际的计划或梦想
Meaning
to make unrealistic plans or dreams
Example
He’s always **building castles in the air** instead of acting.
他总是在做空想而不行动。
idiom

mark up

提高某物的价格
Meaning
to increase the price of something
Example
Vendors plan to **mark up** prices during the festival.
商家计划在节日期间**标记价格**。
idiom

Economic backbone

经济中最重要的部分。
Meaning
The most important part of the economy.
Example
Small businesses are the **economic backbone** of the nation.
小企业是国家的**经济支柱**。
idiom

cry over spilt milk

为无法改变的事情而懊恼
Meaning
to be upset about something that cannot be changed
Example
There’s no use **crying over spilt milk**.
为洒掉的牛奶哭是没有用的。
idiom

bubbling with joy

非常开心和兴奋
Meaning
very happy and excited
Example
The children were **bubbling with joy** after receiving their gifts.
孩子们在收到礼物后非常开心和兴奋。
idiom

overfitting

当一个模型在训练数据上表现良好，但在未见过的数据上表现差
Meaning
when a model performs well on training data but poorly on unseen data
Example
The model seems to be **overfitting** because it performs well on the training data but poorly on the test set.
模型似乎在**过拟合**，因为它在训练数据上表现良好，但在测试集上表现差。
idiom

a man of integrity

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

a slippery slope

一个看似导致不良或危险后果的行动
Meaning
a course of action that seems to lead to undesirable or dangerous consequences
Example
Starting to ignore small violations can lead to **a slippery slope** of bigger legal issues.
开始忽视小的违规行为可能会导致 **一个滑坡** 更大的法律问题。
idiom

Bet the farm

在一个重大决定上冒险一切。
Meaning
To risk everything on one big decision.
Example
He **bet the farm** on that business deal.
他在那笔商业交易中**赌上了一切**。
idiom

white as snow

纯洁和无辜。
Meaning
Pure and innocent.
Example
Her intentions were **white as snow**.
她的意图是**如雪般纯洁**的。
idiom

bounce back from

在挫折后迅速恢复
Meaning
to recover quickly after a setback
Example
The team needs to **bounce back from** last week's loss.
队伍需要从上周的失利中迅速恢复。
idiom

Burn the bridges

摧毁返回先前情况的可能性
Meaning
to destroy the possibility of returning to a previous situation
Example
Once he left the company, he decided to **burn the bridges** and not look back.
一旦他离开了公司，他决定 **burn the bridges** 并且不回头看。
idiom

a brush with fame

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

crystal ball

预测未来的能力
Meaning
the ability to predict the future
Example
I don’t have a **crystal ball**, so I can’t tell what will happen.
我没有**水晶球**，所以我不能说将会发生什么。
idiom

red-eye flight

一个晚上晚些时候起飞并在早晨早些时候到达的航班
Meaning
a flight that leaves late at night and arrives early in the morning
Example
I took a **red-eye flight** to save a day on my trip.
我坐了一个红眼航班来节省一天的旅行时间。
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the moral compass

一个人或社会对是非善恶的判断力
Meaning
a person's or society’s sense of right and wrong
Example
We must ensure AI doesn’t lose its **moral compass**.
我们必须确保人工智能不会失去它的道德指南针。
idiom

feeling low

感到沮丧或不开心
Meaning
feeling depressed or unhappy
Example
I’ve been **feeling low** lately due to stress.
最近因为压力我感到很沮丧。
idiom

bust someone

逮捕或抓住某人做非法的事情
Meaning
to arrest or catch someone doing something illegal
Example
The officer was able to **bust someone** for selling drugs.
警察成功地逮捕了一个卖毒品的人。
idiom

good to see you

一种友好的方式，向你认识的人打招呼
Meaning
a friendly way to greet someone you know
Example
**Good to see you** again after so long!
好久不见，真高兴见到你！
idiom

fall flat on one’s face

完全失败或让自己出丑
Meaning
to fail completely or embarrass oneself
Example
He **fell flat on his face** trying to start a new business.
他在尝试创业时**彻底失败，颜面尽失**。
idiom

on one's shoulders

承担某事的责任或负担
Meaning
having the responsibility or burden of something
Example
The success of the project is **on his shoulders**.
项目的成功**落在他肩上**。
idiom

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

word of mouth

人们口耳相传的信息
Meaning
information spread by people talking to each other
Example
The news spread quickly by **word of mouth**.
消息通过口耳相传很快传播开了。
idiom

run with it

接受一个想法并进一步发展它或基于它采取行动
Meaning
to take an idea and develop it further or act on it
Example
They liked the concept and told us to **run with it**.
他们喜欢这个概念并告诉我们要**run with it**。
idiom

beyond a reasonable doubt

毫无合理怀疑；完全确定
Meaning
without any logical reason to doubt; with full certainty
Example
The evidence proved his guilt **beyond a reasonable doubt**.
证据证明了他的罪行毫无合理怀疑。
idiom

take it in stride

冷静地接受某事而不生气
Meaning
to accept something calmly without being upset
Example
She **took the criticism in stride**.
她**冷静地接受了批评**。
idiom

lean on

依赖某人提供支持
Meaning
to depend on someone for support
Example
You can always **lean on** me when things get tough.
当事情变得艰难时，你可以随时依赖我。
idiom

settle in

在新环境或新地方适应
Meaning
to become comfortable in a new place or situation
Example
It took a week to **settle in** after the move.
搬家后，我们花了一周时间适应。
idiom

pass sentence

在法庭上宣布惩罚
Meaning
to announce a punishment in court
Example
The judge will **pass sentence** next week.
法官将在下周**通过判决**。
idiom

groundbreaking discovery

一个在某个领域改变理解的发现
Meaning
a discovery that changes understanding in a field
Example
The new vaccine was a **groundbreaking discovery** in medicine.
新疫苗是医学领域的突破性发现。
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the cutting edge

某物中最先进或创新的部分
Meaning
the most advanced or innovative part of something
Example
This new design is at **the cutting edge** of architecture.
这个新设计处于建筑学的**最前沿**。
idiom

be in high spirits

感到非常开心和积极
Meaning
to feel very happy and positive
Example
Everyone was **in high spirits** after the successful event.
每个人在成功的活动后都非常开心。
idiom

face the consequences

接受你行为的结果，不论是好是坏
Meaning
to accept the results of your actions, whether good or bad
Example
You will have to **face the consequences** of your actions.
你将不得不面对你行为的后果。
idiom

a slow learner

一个理解或学习事物较慢的人
Meaning
someone who takes time to understand or learn things
Example
Don’t worry if you need more time—you’re just **a slow learner**.
如果你需要更多时间，别担心——你只是一个**慢学习者**。
idiom

trade off

在两个对立的事物之间取得平衡；做出妥协
Meaning
to balance between two opposing things; to compromise
Example
Globalization involves a **trade off** between efficiency and equality.
全球化涉及在效率和平等之间的**权衡**。
idiom

on the house

免费；由店家招待
Meaning
free of charge; paid for by the establishment
Example
The drinks were **on the house** tonight.
今晚的饮料是店家请客的。
idiom

rise to the occasion

在困难的情况下表现得很好
Meaning
to perform well in a difficult situation
Example
He really **rose to the occasion** during the crisis.
他在危机中真的**迎难而上**。
idiom

stay composed

保持冷静并且不表现情绪
Meaning
to remain calm and not show emotion
Example
He **stayed composed** even when things went wrong.
他在事情出错时仍然**保持冷静**。
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

breakthrough

一个重大的或突如其来的发展或发现；一个重要的成就
Meaning
a significant or sudden development or discovery; an important achievement
Example
The scientist made a major **breakthrough** in his research on cancer treatment.
科学家在癌症治疗研究中取得了一个重大的**bùruì kè sū**。
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

wander off

漫无目的或方向地走
Meaning
to walk away without purpose or direction
Example
The child **wandered off** while we were shopping.
小孩在我们购物的时候**走开**了。
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bury your head in the sand

忽略问题，指望它自己解决
Meaning
to ignore a problem hoping it will go away
Example
We can’t **bury our heads in the sand** about climate change any longer.
我们不能再对气候变化**把头埋在沙里**了
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**。
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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。
idiom

turn the page

完成或克服某事后，转向新的事物
Meaning
to move on to something new after finishing or overcoming something
Example
After the breakup, she decided to **turn the page** and start fresh.
分手后，她决定 **转页** 开始新的生活。
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An old friend is better than two new ones

长时间的朋友比新朋友更有价值
Meaning
Long-time friends are more valuable than new ones.
Example
I trust John more than anyone else—**an old friend is better than two new ones**.
我比任何人都更信任约翰—**一个老朋友比两个新朋友更好**。
idiom

outsmart the algorithm

击败或欺骗使用人工智能或自动化的系统
Meaning
to beat or trick a system that uses AI or automation
Example
People try to **outsmart the algorithm** to boost their posts.
人们试图通过**欺骗算法**来增加他们的帖子曝光。
idiom

pass with flying colors

出色地成功或以卓越的成绩达成某事
Meaning
to succeed brilliantly or achieve something with excellence
Example
She **passed the exam with flying colors**.
她以优异成绩通过了考试。
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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

cut through the noise

在竞争中脱颖而出；尽管有干扰，依然能够引起注意
Meaning
to stand out from the competition; to be noticed despite distractions
Example
Our campaign needs to **cut through the noise** and grab people’s attention.
我们的营销需要在竞争中脱颖而出，吸引人们的注意。
idiom

call to order

正式开始会议或讨论
Meaning
to officially begin a meeting or discussion
Example
The chairperson **called the meeting to order** at 10 AM.
主席在上午10点**召集了会议**。
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brainchild of

由某人创造的想法或发明
Meaning
an idea or invention created by someone
Example
ChatGPT is the **brainchild of** OpenAI researchers.
ChatGPT 是 **brainchild of** OpenAI 研究人员的创意。
idiom

dance to one's own tune

独立行事；不受他人影响
Meaning
to behave independently; not influenced by others
Example
He always **dances to his own tune** and never follows the crowd.
他总是按照自己的节奏行事，从不随波逐流。
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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

cancel culture

在某人做了冒犯性的事情之后撤回对他们的支持的做法
Meaning
the practice of withdrawing support from someone after they do something offensive
Example
Many celebrities fear **cancel culture** online.
许多名人害怕在线的**取消文化**
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a storybook ending

一个完美或幸福的结局，就像童话故事一样
Meaning
a perfect or happy ending, like in a fairy tale
Example
Their wedding was a true **storybook ending**.
他们的婚礼真是一个童话般的结局。
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sandboxing

一种安全机制，用于在隔离的环境中运行应用程序，以防止对系统造成潜在的损害。
Meaning
A security mechanism used to run applications in an isolated environment to prevent potential damage to the system.
Example
By using **sandboxing**, the malware was contained and couldn't affect the rest of the system.
通过使用**沙盒技术**，恶意软件被遏制，无法影响系统的其余部分。
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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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source close to the matter

一个未确定但知情的来源
Meaning
an unidentified but informed source
Example
A **source close to the matter** confirmed the rumor.
一个接近此事的来源确认了这个谣言。
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a weak link

系统或小组中最不可靠或最不安全的部分
Meaning
the least reliable or secure part of a system or group
Example
One careless employee can be **a weak link** in the security chain.
一个不小心的员工可能是安全链中的**薄弱环节**。
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wise beyond one's years

展现出超越年龄期望的智慧或成熟
Meaning
showing wisdom or maturity greater than expected for one's age
Example
Her advice is always thoughtful—she’s **wise beyond her years**.
她的建议总是深思熟虑——她的智慧**超越了她的年龄**。
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be a good sport

在困难的情况下保持公平和积极
Meaning
to be fair and positive in difficult situations
Example
Even when she lost the game, she was **a good sport** and congratulated the winner.
即使她输了比赛，她还是一个好运动员，祝贺了获胜者。
idiom

paint a rosy picture

以过于乐观的方式描述某事
Meaning
to describe something in an overly optimistic way
Example
The guide **painted a rosy picture** of the museum's future.
导游**为博物馆的未来绘制了一幅过于乐观的画面**。
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Break a sweat

付出努力或在某事上辛苦工作。
Meaning
To exert effort or work hard at something.
Example
She didn't even **break a sweat** while finishing the entire project in one day.
她在一天内完成整个项目时，甚至没有出一滴汗。
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make progress

向前进或改进
Meaning
to move forward or improve
Example
She is slowly **making progress** with her studies.
她在学习上**取得进展**。
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bring to the table

贡献一些有用或有价值的东西
Meaning
to contribute something useful or valuable
Example
Each team member **brings something unique to the table**.
每个团队成员**带来一些独特的东西**。
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have a crush on someone

对某人产生浪漫的感情，往往是秘密的
Meaning
to have romantic feelings for someone, often secretly
Example
I’ve **had a crush on** her for months.
我曾暗恋她几个月了。
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grow out of something

随着你变老或变得更成熟，停止喜欢或做某事
Meaning
to stop liking or doing something as you become older or more mature
Example
He eventually **grew out of** his bad habits.
他最终戒掉了他的坏习惯。
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logged in

获得对计算机或系统的访问
Meaning
to gain access to a computer or system
Example
She **logged in** to check her emails.
她登录了以检查她的电子邮件。
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To question everything

批判性地审视一切，并不盲目接受现状或公认的信念。
Meaning
To critically examine and not blindly accept the status quo or accepted beliefs.
Example
In philosophy, one is encouraged **to question everything** in order to arrive at the truth.
在哲学中，人们被鼓励 **质疑一切** 以便达成真理。
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make a good impression

在某人脑海中塑造自己正面的形象
Meaning
to create a positive image of yourself in someone's mind
Example
You should dress well to **make a good impression**.
你应该穿得好看一点，以便**给人留下好印象**。
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on good terms

保持友好和平的关系
Meaning
to have a friendly and peaceful relationship
Example
They are still **on good terms** even after the breakup.
他们即使分手后仍然关系很好。
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hot potato

一个有争议的问题，没有人愿意处理
Meaning
a controversial issue that no one wants to deal with
Example
The refugee crisis has become a **hot potato** in the government.
难民危机在政府中变成了一个有争议的问题
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push your luck

冒险希望获得更多成功
Meaning
take a risk hoping for more success
Example
You already got a discount, don’t **push your luck**.
你已经获得了折扣，不要再 **试探运气**。
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keep something under wraps

将某事保密
Meaning
to keep something secret
Example
They managed to **keep the project under wraps** until the launch day.
他们成功地**将项目保密**直到发布日。
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you can’t teach an old dog new tricks

老年人很难学习新事物或改变习惯
Meaning
it’s hard for older people to learn new things or change habits
Example
My dad refuses to use a smartphone — **you can’t teach an old dog new tricks**.
我父亲拒绝使用智能手机——**你无法教老狗新把戏**。
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make a name for yourself

在某个领域中闯出名声
Meaning
to become well-known or successful in a particular field
Example
She **made a name for herself** in the world of fashion design.
她在时装设计界闯出了名声。
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drop a bombshell

宣布一些令人震惊或出乎意料的事情
Meaning
to announce something shocking or unexpected
Example
She **dropped a bombshell** by quitting her job.
她通过辞掉工作让大家吃了一惊。
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an open book

一个容易理解或非常诚实的人
Meaning
someone who is easy to understand or very honest
Example
He’s **an open book**; you can always tell what he’s thinking.
他是一本打开的书；你总能知道他在想什么。
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bring forward

将某物移至较早的时间
Meaning
to move something to an earlier time
Example
We had to **bring forward** the meeting due to travel.
由于旅行，我们不得不提前会议。
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gloss over

避免提及不愉快的细节
Meaning
to avoid mentioning unpleasant details
Example
The report tries to **gloss over** the budget cuts.
报告试图回避预算削减。
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run the show

负责某项活动或组织
Meaning
to be in charge of an activity or organization
Example
Ever since the director left, Emma has been **running the show**.
自从导演离开后，艾玛一直在**掌控大局**。
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wanderlust

强烈的旅行和探索世界的欲望
Meaning
a strong desire to travel and explore the world
Example
His **wanderlust** took him to every continent on Earth.
他的 **wanderlust** 带他去了地球上的每一个大陆
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bend someone’s ear

与某人长时间交谈，通常是为了抱怨
Meaning
to talk to someone for a long time, usually to complain
Example
He **bent my ear** about his terrible day at work.
他**在我耳边抱怨**他工作中的糟糕一天。
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play fair

诚实行事并平等对待他人
Meaning
to act honestly and treat others equally
Example
We expect everyone to **play fair** during the competition.
我们希望每个人在比赛期间都能**公平竞争**。
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cross the line

做被认为不可接受的事情
Meaning
to do something that is considered unacceptable
Example
He **crossed the line** when he insulted her in front of everyone.
当他当着所有人的面侮辱她时，他**越界了**。
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ace the test

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

重新开始或重新起步
Meaning
to start fresh or make a new beginning
Example
After the failure, the team decided to **hit the reset button**.
失败之后，团队决定重新开始。
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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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a drama queen

一个夸大其词或对情况过度反应的人
Meaning
someone who exaggerates or overreacts to situations
Example
Stop acting like **a drama queen**; it’s not that serious.
别像一个戏剧女王一样表现; 事情没有那么严重。
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Change is the only constant

生活中的一切都在不断变化；没有什么保持不变。
Meaning
Everything in life keeps changing; nothing stays the same.
Example
Don’t resist — change is the only constant.
不要抵抗 — 变化是唯一不变的。
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bring the curtain down

结束某事；完成一场表演或活动
Meaning
to end something; to finish a performance or event
Example
The concert **brought the curtain down** on the music festival.
音乐会**为音乐节画上了句号**。
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new blood

新的人带来新鲜的想法
Meaning
new people who bring fresh ideas
Example
The company needs **new blood** to stay competitive.
公司需要**新的人**来保持竞争力。
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steal someone’s thunder

夺取别人想法或成功的功劳
Meaning
to take credit for someone else’s idea or success
Example
She **stole my thunder** by announcing the news first.
她通过首先宣布新闻，**抢了我的风头**
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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
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talk someone's ear off

说得太多、太久
Meaning
to talk too much and for a long time
Example
She **talked my ear off** about her new job.
她不停地谈她的新工作。