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idiom

Scale up

扩大公司的运营或范围。
Meaning
To expand a company’s operations or reach.
Example
The startup is ready to **scale up** after its first funding round.
该初创公司在第一轮融资后准备**扩大**。
idiom

branch out

扩展到新的活动或领域
Meaning
to expand into new activities or areas
Example
The bakery plans to **branch out** into catering services next year.
面包店计划明年扩展到餐饮服务。
idiom

count to ten

在生气之前暂停并冷静下来
Meaning
to pause and calm down before reacting in anger
Example
When you’re upset, just **count to ten** before speaking.
当你生气时，在说话之前先**数到十**。
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

learn from mistakes

通过理解和纠正错误来提升自己
Meaning
to improve oneself by understanding and correcting errors
Example
I always try to **learn from mistakes** to avoid repeating them.
我总是尝试从错误中学习，以避免重复它们。
idiom

put first things first

先处理最重要的事情
Meaning
to focus on the most important things before others
Example
When managing time, always **put first things first**.
在管理时间时，始终要先处理最重要的事情。
idiom

know someone inside out

非常了解某人
Meaning
to know someone very well
Example
I **know her inside out**; we’ve been friends for years.
我非常了解她；我们已经是多年的朋友了。
idiom

day in court

一个公正的机会为自己辩护或被听到
Meaning
a fair opportunity to defend oneself or be heard
Example
Everyone deserves their **day in court**.
每个人都应得他们的**法庭日**
idiom

write down

在纸上记录信息
Meaning
to record information on paper
Example
Please **write down** the maintenance request number.
请**写下**维修请求编号。
idiom

Bootstrap the business

仅使用个人资金建立公司。
Meaning
To build a company using only personal finances.
Example
They decided to **bootstrap the business** instead of seeking investors.
他们决定**bootstrap the business**，而不是寻求投资者。
idiom

Unicorn company

一家估值超过十亿美元的初创公司。
Meaning
A startup valued at over one billion dollars.
Example
Becoming a **unicorn company** is every founder’s dream.
成为一家**独角兽公司**是每个创始人的梦想。
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

brand loyalty

消费者倾向于不断购买相同品牌的趋势
Meaning
the tendency of consumers to keep buying the same brand
Example
**Brand loyalty** often depends on consistent quality.
**品牌忠诚度**通常依赖于持续的质量。
idiom

A clear conscience is a soft pillow

当你诚实时，你会平静地睡觉，没有愧疚感。
Meaning
When you live honestly, you sleep peacefully without guilt.
Example
After telling the truth, he had a peaceful night’s sleep because **a clear conscience is a soft pillow**.
告诉真相后，他度过了一个安静的夜晚，因为**清晰的良心是一个柔软的枕头**。
idiom

come to light

浮出水面；变得为人所知或被揭示
Meaning
to become known or revealed
Example
The truth finally **came to light** after many years.
真相在多年后终于**浮出水面**。
idiom

reach for the moon

设定非常高的目标
Meaning
to set very high goals
Example
Don’t be afraid to **reach for the moon**.
不要害怕**追求月亮**。
idiom

lost for words

哑口无言，因惊讶或震惊而无法说话
Meaning
unable to speak because of surprise or shock
Example
I was **lost for words** when I saw the results.
当我看到结果时，我无言以对。
idiom

keep track of

持续监控或记录信息
Meaning
to monitor or record information consistently
Example
Use the shared sheet to **keep track of** expenses.
使用共享表格来跟踪支出。
idiom

all in the same boat

处于相同的情况或面临相同的挑战
Meaning
in the same situation or facing the same challenges
Example
We're all **in the same boat**, so let's work together to solve this problem.
我们都**在同一条船上**，所以让我们一起合作解决这个问题。
idiom

hit a home run

取得巨大成功
Meaning
to achieve great success
Example
The new marketing campaign really **hit a home run** with its audience.
新的市场营销活动真的是与观众**击出全垒打**了。
idiom

trust someone as far as you can throw them

不太信任某人
Meaning
to not trust someone much
Example
I wouldn’t **trust him as far as I can throw him**.
我**一点也不信任他**。
idiom

drive someone crazy

使某人生气或烦恼
Meaning
to irritate or annoy someone very much
Example
The noise is **driving me crazy**!
这个噪音让我快疯了！
idiom

in the clear

无罪或没有嫌疑
Meaning
not guilty or free from suspicion
Example
After the investigation, he was found to be **in the clear**.
经过调查后，他被发现是清白的。
idiom

a fresh start

在困难或错误之后的全新开始
Meaning
a new beginning after difficulties or mistakes
Example
After the breakup, she wanted **a fresh start**.
分手后，她想要一个全新的开始。
idiom

honesty is the best policy

诚实永远是最好的行为方式
Meaning
being honest is always the best way to behave
Example
My parents always taught me that **honesty is the best policy**.
我的父母总是教我诚实是最好的政策。
idiom

mind your own business

专注于自己的事务，不干涉他人的事务
Meaning
to focus on your own matters and not interfere in others’ affairs
Example
You should **mind your own business** instead of gossiping.
你应该**关注你自己的事务**，而不是八卦。
idiom

loose cannon

一个无法预测的可能引发问题的人
Meaning
an unpredictable person who may cause problems
Example
He’s a **loose cannon** who often says things without thinking.
他是一个**松散的大炮**，经常在没有思考的情况下说话。
idiom

sick to death of something

对某事感到极度疲倦或恼火
Meaning
extremely tired or annoyed by something
Example
I’m **sick to death of** listening to his complaints.
我已经厌烦听他的抱怨了。
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

keep tabs on

密切关注某人或某事
Meaning
to monitor someone or something closely
Example
I try to **keep tabs on** industry trends.
我尽量密切关注行业趋势。
idiom

a silver bullet

解决复杂问题的简单方法
Meaning
a simple solution to a complex problem
Example
There is no **silver bullet** for solving climate change, but we need to take action.
没有**银弹**可以解决气候变化问题，但我们需要采取行动。
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

data mining

在大型数据集发现模式和关系的过程
Meaning
the process of discovering patterns and relationships in large datasets
Example
Data mining helps businesses understand customer behavior and predict trends.
数据挖掘帮助企业理解客户行为并预测趋势。
idiom

pan out

结果很好或产生了好的结果
Meaning
to turn out well or produce a good result
Example
Luckily, our backup plan **panned out**.
幸运的是，我们的备用计划成功了。
idiom

out with the old, in with the new

用新的东西或想法代替旧的东西
Meaning
to replace old things or ideas with new ones
Example
It's time for **out with the old, in with the new**.
是时候 **告别旧的，迎接新的**。
idiom

On the clock

工作中，通常有严格的时间限制或截止日期。
Meaning
Working, often with a strict time limit or deadline.
Example
I’m **on the clock** today, so I can’t waste any time.
我今天**在上班**，所以不能浪费时间。
idiom

debug the mind

清理思绪或修复心理混乱
Meaning
to clear one’s thoughts or fix mental confusion
Example
Before making big design decisions, it’s good to **debug your mind**.
在做出重大设计决定之前，调试一下你的大脑是很好的。
idiom

call the shots

掌控决策，做出决定
Meaning
to be in charge and make decisions
Example
In this company, the manager **calls the shots**.
在这家公司，经理做出决策。
idiom

Fortune favors the bold

那些敢于冒险的人更有可能成功。
Meaning
Those who take risks are more likely to be successful.
Example
Remember, **fortune favors the bold**, so don’t be afraid to invest in new opportunities.
记住，**勇敢者得福**，所以不要害怕投资于新的机会。
idiom

in a good mood

感到快乐或愉快
Meaning
feeling happy or cheerful
Example
She's always **in a good mood** when the sun is shining.
当阳光照耀时，她总是心情愉快。
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

cross the aisle

与对立政治党派的成员合作
Meaning
to cooperate with members of the opposing political party
Example
He often **crosses the aisle** to work on bipartisan issues.
他经常**穿过过道**与对方党派合作处理两党问题。
idiom

keep a straight face

在有趣的情况下避免笑出声
Meaning
to avoid laughing in a funny situation
Example
It was hard to **keep a straight face** during his silly speech.
在他愚蠢的演讲过程中，很难保持严肃的表情。
idiom

In due time

在适当或合适的时间。
Meaning
At the right or appropriate time.
Example
Everything will be alright **in due time**, just be patient.
一切都会好起来的 **在适当时间**，只需耐心等待。
idiom

toe the line

遵守规则或遵循官方政策
Meaning
to obey rules or follow the official policy
Example
All members are expected to **toe the line** with party policy.
所有成员都应该遵循党派政策。
idiom

weed out

去除不需要的人或物品
Meaning
to remove unwanted people or things
Example
The editor **weeded out** the mistakes before publishing.
编辑在发布之前**去除了**错误。
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

blow out of the water

完全惊讶或击败
Meaning
to surprise or defeat completely
Example
Their performance **blew us out of the water**.
他们的表现**完全让我们吃惊**。
idiom

rise and fall

某人或某事随时间的成功与失败
Meaning
the success and failure of someone or something over time
Example
The documentary shows the **rise and fall** of the Roman Empire.
纪录片展示了罗马帝国的**rise and fall**。
idiom

take a chill pill

冷静下来或放松；不要过度反应
Meaning
to calm down or relax; to not overreact
Example
Hey, **take a chill pill**! It’s not that serious.
嘿，**冷静点吧**！没那么严重。
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

Pay the piper

为自己的行为或决定承担后果。
Meaning
To face the consequences of one’s actions or decisions.
Example
After years of overspending, the country had to **pay the piper**.
经过多年的过度开支，这个国家不得不承担后果。
idiom

burn your boats

承诺采取行动而没有退路
Meaning
to commit yourself to a course of action without a way back
Example
He **burned his boats** when he quit his job to start a business.
当他辞去工作并开始创业时，他**烧掉了自己的船**。
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**。
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

burst with ideas

一下子有许多创意的想法
Meaning
to have many creative ideas at once
Example
After watching the film, he was **bursting with ideas** for his next project.
看完电影后，他为下一个项目有了许多创意的想法。
idiom

lay it on thick

夸大称赞或奉承
Meaning
to exaggerate praise or flattery
Example
She really **laid it on thick** when complimenting her boss.
她在夸奖老板时真的**过分夸奖**。
idiom

three sheets to the wind

非常醉或中毒。
Meaning
Very drunk or intoxicated.
Example
After the party, he was **three sheets to the wind**.
聚会后，他**非常醉**。
idiom

see the big picture

理解整体情况或目标
Meaning
to understand the overall situation or goal
Example
You need to **see the big picture** before making decisions.
在做决定之前，你需要**看到大局**。
idiom

Be as good as your word

Zuò nǐ suǒ chéngnuò de shì.
Meaning
To do what you promised to do.
Example
He said he’d help and he’s **as good as his word**.
Tā shuō tā huì bāngzhù, ér tā **rú tā de huà yīyàng hǎo**.
idiom

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

the singularity

一个假设的未来时刻，当人工智能超过人类智能时
Meaning
a hypothetical future point when AI surpasses human intelligence
Example
Some experts believe **the singularity** could change humanity forever.
一些专家认为**奇点**可能永远改变人类
idiom

a light at the end of the tunnel

表示情况很快会有所改善的迹象；在困难情况下的希望
Meaning
a sign that a situation will improve soon; hope in a difficult situation
Example
After months of hard work, she finally saw **a light at the end of the tunnel**.
经过几个月的努力工作后，她终于看到了**隧道尽头的光**。
idiom

throw a tantrum

发脾气或沮丧，通常是以儿童的方式
Meaning
to have an outburst of anger or frustration, often in a childish manner
Example
The child **threw a tantrum** when she didn’t get the toy she wanted.
当孩子没有得到她想要的玩具时，她发了脾气。
idiom

caught off guard

被某些意外事情惊讶或震惊
Meaning
surprised or shocked by something unexpected
Example
She was **caught off guard** by the sudden question.
她被突如其来的问题吓了一跳。
idiom

the green-eyed monster

嫉妒具象化或描述为一种毁灭性力量
Meaning
jealousy personified or described as a destructive force
Example
Don't let **the green-eyed monster** ruin your friendship.
不要让**绿眼怪物**毁了你的友谊。
idiom

tempt fate

冒险可能带来坏运气
Meaning
to take a foolish risk that may bring bad luck
Example
You’re **tempting fate** by driving without insurance.
你在**挑战命运**，开车没有保险。
idiom

back out

退出协议或承诺
Meaning
to withdraw from an agreement or commitment
Example
They can’t **back out** after signing the contract.
他们在签署合同后不能退出。
idiom

a splash of color

为了效果而添加的小量明亮颜色
Meaning
a small amount of bright color added for effect
Example
Add **a splash of color** to make the room lively.
添加**一抹色彩**让房间更有生气。
idiom

add insult to injury

让糟糕的情况变得更糟
Meaning
to make a bad situation even worse
Example
First, they lost the game, and then, to **add insult to injury**, their bus broke down.
首先，他们输了比赛，然后，**雪上加霜**，他们的公交车坏了。
idiom

a tough act to follow

某事如此令人印象深刻，以至于其他人难以匹配或超越
Meaning
something so impressive that others find it hard to match or surpass
Example
His last performance was **a tough act to follow**.
他的最后一次表演是**一个难以超越的精彩表演**。
idiom

pair up

形成两人一组
Meaning
to form groups of two
Example
Students should **pair up** before starting the lab activity.
学生们应该在开始实验室活动前两人一组。
idiom

Get off the ground

成功开始；开始运作。
Meaning
To start successfully; to begin operating.
Example
Our startup finally **got off the ground** after months of planning.
经过几个月的计划，我们的创业公司终于**起步了**。
idiom

come a long way

取得了很大的进步或改善
Meaning
to make a lot of progress or improvement
Example
She has **come a long way** since she started her career.
她自从开始自己的事业后取得了巨大的进步。
idiom

in one’s element

做自己擅长或喜欢的事情
Meaning
doing something one is good at or enjoys
Example
He’s **in his element** when he’s cooking for friends.
他在为朋友做饭时**在他的元素中**
idiom

gear down

减慢活动的速度
Meaning
to slow the pace of activity
Example
We can **gear down** after the product launch is stable.
我们可以在产品发布稳定后**gear down**。
idiom

break into a market

成功进入一个新的市场或行业
Meaning
to successfully enter a new market or industry
Example
The company is trying to **break into the Asian market**.
公司正在尝试进入亚洲市场。
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

Speaking personally

表达个人的观点或意见
Meaning
Expressing one’s personal view or opinion
Example
Speaking personally, I wouldn’t take that risk.
个人来说，我不会冒这个风险。
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

driven by passion

因对某事的强烈热情或爱而受到激励
Meaning
to be motivated by strong enthusiasm or love for something
Example
He is **driven by passion** to help others succeed.
他受到热情驱动，帮助他人取得成功。
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to hit the jackpot

取得巨大成功或赚很多钱
Meaning
to achieve great success or gain a lot of money
Example
After years of hard work, she finally **hit the jackpot** with her startup.
经过多年的努力工作，她最终通过她的创业公司中了大奖。
idiom

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

A hard row to hoe

一个困难的任务或挑战。
Meaning
A difficult task or challenge.
Example
Getting this project done on time is going to be **a hard row to hoe**.
按时完成这个项目将是 **一个困难的任务**。
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

a blank canvas

可以自由发展的一个人或情况
Meaning
a person or situation that can be developed freely
Example
Starting a new project is like working with **a blank canvas**.
开始一个新项目就像与**一张空白画布**一起工作。
idiom

cut to the chase

迅速进入正题
Meaning
to get to the point quickly
Example
Let’s **cut to the chase** and discuss the main issue.
让我们直接进入正题，讨论主要问题。
idiom

break the mold

做不同于传统的事情
Meaning
to do something differently from tradition
Example
She **broke the mold** by becoming the first female CEO.
她通过成为首位女性CEO，打破常规。
idiom

go under the knife

动手术
Meaning
to have a surgical operation
Example
He had to **go under the knife** to fix his knee injury.
他不得不动手术来修复膝盖受伤。
idiom

work around the clock

昼夜不停地工作
Meaning
to work continuously day and night
Example
They **worked around the clock** to finish the project.
他们日夜工作完成了项目。
idiom

strike it lucky

拥有意外的好运
Meaning
to have unexpected good fortune
Example
We **struck it lucky** and found the last two tickets.
我们运气好，找到了最后两张票。
idiom

have big plans

对未来有重要或雄心勃勃的计划
Meaning
to have important or ambitious goals for the future
Example
He **has big plans** to expand his business overseas.
他有扩大自己海外业务的宏伟计划。
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。
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through thick and thin

在好时光和坏时光中
Meaning
in good times and bad times
Example
She stood by me **through thick and thin**.
她一直陪在我身边 **无论风雨**。
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team effort

一群人共同努力以实现共同目标的工作
Meaning
work done by a group of people to achieve a common goal
Example
The success of the project was due to a great **team effort**.
项目的成功归功于伟大的**团队努力**。
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cut back on

减少某事的数量
Meaning
to reduce the amount of something
Example
We’re trying to **cut back on** eating out during the week.
我们正在试图减少一周内外出就餐的次数。
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Make a move

采取行动或开始做某事
Meaning
to take action or start doing something
Example
If you want success, it’s time to **make a move**.
如果你想要成功，现在是采取行动的时候了。
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live the dream

过上自己一直梦想的生活
Meaning
to be living the life you always wanted
Example
After years of hard work, he’s finally **living the dream**.
经过多年的努力，他终于过上了梦想中的生活。
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ease back

放松或放慢某事的速度
Meaning
to relax or slow down the pace of something
Example
After the deadline, we can **ease back** a little.
在截止日期后，我们可以稍微放松一下。
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go places

未来有可能成功
Meaning
to be likely to become successful in the future
Example
Everyone says he’s going to **go places** with his skills.
每个人都说他会凭借自己的技能取得成功。
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tell it like it is

诚实地说话，不加修饰
Meaning
to speak honestly without sugarcoating
Example
She’s known for **telling it like it is**, even when the truth hurts.
她以**说真话**而闻名，即使真相很痛。
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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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hit the brakes

减速或停止某事
Meaning
to slow down or stop something
Example
The company had to **hit the brakes** on its expansion plans.
公司不得不暂停其扩张计划。
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On the breadline

生活在贫困中或几乎没有钱。
Meaning
Living in poverty or with very little money.
Example
After losing his job, he was almost **on the breadline**.
失业后，他几乎处于**安德布雷德莱恩**状态。
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High stakes

涉及严重的风险或重大后果。
Meaning
Involving serious risk or significant consequences.
Example
Negotiating with investors is a **high-stakes** game.
与投资者谈判是一场**高风险**的游戏。
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truth will out

真相最终会被揭露
Meaning
the truth will eventually be revealed
Example
You can’t hide it forever; **truth will out**.
你不能永远隐藏它；真相终将被揭露。
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Don't rush things

慢慢来，不要着急。
Meaning
Take your time and don't hurry.
Example
You don't need to finish everything today, **don't rush things**.
你今天不需要完成所有事情，**不要着急**。
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go bananas over something

对某事变得非常兴奋或热情
Meaning
to become extremely excited or enthusiastic about something
Example
Kids **go bananas over** the new video game console.
孩子们对新的电子游戏机兴奋得不得了。
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hush-hush

保密或非常机密
Meaning
kept secret or very confidential
Example
The project is still **hush-hush**, so don’t mention it.
该项目仍然保密，所以不要提到它。
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carry forward

将某事移至以后的时间
Meaning
to move something to a later period
Example
We’ll **carry forward** the unused budget to next quarter.
我们将未使用的预算转到下个季度。
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drill down into

深入检查某事
Meaning
to examine something in great depth
Example
The analyst will **drill down into** the sales numbers for trends.
分析师将深入分析销售数据，寻找趋势。
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old friend

你认识很久的朋友
Meaning
a friend you have known for a long time
Example
I met an **old friend** from college yesterday.
我昨天遇到了一个大学的老朋友。
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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**。
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hear something straight from the horse's mouth

直接从原始或最可靠的来源听到某事
Meaning
to hear something directly from the original or most reliable source
Example
I heard it **straight from the horse's mouth** that the event is canceled.
我直接从马的嘴里听到这个活动被取消了。
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a smart cookie

一个非常聪明或有智慧的人
Meaning
a very clever or intelligent person
Example
Don’t underestimate her; she’s **a smart cookie**.
不要低估她; 她是 **一个聪明的饼干**。
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crack down on

采取严格措施停止某事
Meaning
to take strict action to stop something
Example
The city plans to **crack down on** illegal parking downtown.
城市计划对市中心的非法停车采取严格措施。
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sift through

仔细检查大量信息或物品
Meaning
to examine a large amount of information or items carefully
Example
I spent the afternoon **sifting through** old emails for the missing file.
我花了整个下午**筛选**旧邮件以寻找丢失的文件。
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talk out

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

为了实现某事而尽一切可能。
Meaning
To do everything possible to achieve something.
Example
They **moved heaven and earth** to save the project.
他们竭尽全力拯救这个项目。
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burning ambition

强烈的实现某事的愿望
Meaning
a very strong desire to achieve something
Example
He had a **burning ambition** to become a successful entrepreneur.
他有一个**强烈的愿望**要成为一名成功的企业家。