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idiom

slip one's mind

不小心忘记了某事
Meaning
to forget something accidentally
Example
Sorry, it completely **slipped my mind** to call you.
对不起，我完全忘记给你打电话了。
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

a debt of gratitude

对帮助过你的人心存感激的感觉
Meaning
a feeling of being grateful to someone who has helped you
Example
We owe **a debt of gratitude** to our mentors.
我们对我们的导师欠有**一笔感激之债**
idiom

To meet one’s Waterloo

遭遇最终的失败或挫折。
Meaning
To encounter one’s ultimate defeat or failure.
Example
After years of success, the company finally **met its Waterloo**.
经过多年的成功，这家公司终于**遇到了它的滑铁卢**。
idiom

Building castles in the air

有不切实际或不实际的计划或梦想。
Meaning
To have unrealistic or impractical plans or dreams.
Example
She’s always **building castles in the air**, dreaming of a perfect world.
她总是在**空中建造城堡**，梦想着一个完美的世界。
idiom

hold the upper hand

拥有更多的权力或优势
Meaning
to have more power or advantage over others
Example
Negotiations continued, but the buyer **held the upper hand**.
谈判继续进行，但买方 **占据了上风**。
idiom

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。
idiom

A flash of inspiration

突如其来的创意
Meaning
A sudden creative idea
Example
He had **a flash of inspiration** while working late at night.
他在深夜工作时有了**灵感的闪现**。
idiom

to pass the baton

将责任交给别人
Meaning
to transfer responsibility to someone else
Example
After years of leadership, he decided it was time to **pass the baton** to his successor.
在多年领导之后，他决定是时候将**接力棒传递**给他的继任者了。
idiom

hold the vision

保持明确的方向感或目标
Meaning
to maintain a clear sense of direction or goal
Example
Leaders who **hold the vision** can guide their teams through difficult times.
那些**保持愿景**的领导者，能够带领他们的团队度过困难时期。
idiom

come full circle

经历一系列变化后回到原来的状态
Meaning
to return to the original state after a series of changes
Example
After years abroad, she’s **come full circle** and moved back home.
在国外多年后，她回到了原点并搬回了家。
idiom

filter out

从某物中去除不需要的部分
Meaning
to remove unwanted parts from something
Example
Use this tool to **filter out** spam messages.
使用此工具**过滤掉**垃圾邮件。
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**。
idiom

grin and bear it

耐心接受困难的情况
Meaning
to accept a difficult situation patiently
Example
You just have to **grin and bear it** until the work is done.
你只需要忍耐直到工作完成
idiom

feel on top of things

感觉积极并掌控自己的生活
Meaning
feeling positive and in control of your life
Example
After organizing her tasks, she felt **on top of things**.
在整理完任务后，她感到 **掌控一切**。
idiom

keep an eye on someone

仔细观察某人，因为你不完全信任他们
Meaning
to watch someone carefully because you don’t trust them completely
Example
I’ll **keep an eye on him** while you’re away.
当你不在时，我会**盯着他**。
idiom

cut the mustard

表现得好或符合期望
Meaning
to perform well or meet expectations
Example
She didn’t **cut the mustard** in her new role.
她在新角色中没有**切黄芥末**。
idiom

Open-minded

愿意考虑新的想法或意见。
Meaning
Willing to consider new ideas or opinions.
Example
A good therapist must be **open-minded**.
一个好的治疗师必须**思想开放**。
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

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

from the ground up

从头开始完全构建或启动某事
Meaning
to build or start something completely from the beginning
Example
The software was built **from the ground up** using new code.
该软件是使用新代码从头开始开发的。
idiom

off script

偏离预定的计划或演讲
Meaning
to deviate from a prepared plan or speech
Example
During the meeting, he went **off script** and made some bold statements.
在会议期间，他**离开剧本**并做出了一些大胆的陈述。
idiom

ghost in the machine

系统或人中的神秘或无法解释的力量
Meaning
a mysterious or unexplained force in a system or person
Example
There must be a **ghost in the machine** causing these AI errors.
肯定有一个**机器中的鬼魂**导致这些AI错误。
idiom

like a kid in a candy store

对许多选择或事物感到非常兴奋和开心
Meaning
very excited and happy about many options or things
Example
He was **like a kid in a candy store** when he saw all the gadgets.
当他看到所有的小玩意时，他**像糖果店里的孩子一样**开心。
idiom

come crashing down

突然失败或崩溃
Meaning
to suddenly fail or collapse
Example
Their plans **came crashing down** after the crisis.
他们的计划在危机后崩溃了。
idiom

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。
idiom

catch some z’s

睡一会儿
Meaning
to get some sleep
Example
I need to **catch some z’s** before the meeting.
我需要在会议前睡一会儿。
idiom

under the weather

感觉不舒服或生病
Meaning
feeling ill or unwell
Example
I didn’t go to work because I felt **under the weather**.
我没去工作，因为我感觉不舒服。
idiom

Don’t lose heart

不要灰心。
Meaning
Don’t become discouraged.
Example
Even if you fail once, **don’t lose heart**.
即使你失败一次，也不要灰心。
idiom

a lawyer's brief

一个摘要或简明陈述一个论点或案件
Meaning
a summary or concise statement of an argument or case
Example
The **lawyer's brief** was submitted to the judge before the trial began.
**律师的摘要** 在审判开始前提交给法官。
idiom

a figure of speech

一种以非字面意义用于强调或效果的短语
Meaning
a phrase used in a non-literal way for effect or emphasis
Example
When he said he could eat a horse, it was just **a figure of speech**.
当他说他能吃一匹马时，这只是**一种修辞手法**
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**。
idiom

lose sleep over something

为某事过度担心
Meaning
to worry a lot about something
Example
Don’t **lose sleep over** minor issues.
不要为小事失眠。
idiom

At your own risk

你对任何可能的危险或损失负责。
Meaning
You are responsible for any possible danger or loss.
Example
You can enter the cave, but it’s **at your own risk**.
你可以进入洞穴，但这是**自担风险**。
idiom

keep your cards close to your chest

保持你的计划或意图秘密
Meaning
to keep your plans or intentions secret
Example
She always **keeps her cards close to her chest** during negotiations.
她在谈判中总是把自己的底牌藏得很紧。
idiom

nail down

使某事确定或明确
Meaning
to make something definite or certain
Example
We need to **nail down** the details before signing the contract.
在签合同之前，我们需要确定细节。
idiom

same old story

令人厌烦的老一套
Meaning
something boringly repetitive
Example
It's the **same old story** every time we meet.
每次我们见面，都是老一套。
idiom

hope for the best

即使在不确定中也期望积极的结果
Meaning
expect a positive outcome even in uncertainty
Example
We did everything we could, now let’s **hope for the best**.
我们做了我们能做的一切，现在让我们希望最好的结果。
idiom

bold as brass

非常自信，完全不害羞
Meaning
to be very confident and not shy at all
Example
She walked into the meeting **bold as brass**.
她毫不羞怯地走进了会议。
idiom

hair-raising experience

非常可怕或令人恐惧的事情
Meaning
something very frightening or terrifying
Example
Driving through that storm was a **hair-raising experience**.
穿越那场风暴是一场毛骨悚然的经历。
idiom

talk in circles

讨论某事而没有得出结论
Meaning
to discuss something without reaching a conclusion
Example
We **talked in circles** for hours but didn’t solve anything.
我们讨论了几个小时，但什么都没解决。
idiom

the world is your oyster

对某事完全厌倦或恼火
Meaning
you can achieve anything you want in life
Example
With your talent, **the world is your oyster**.
我厌倦了听他的借口。
idiom

grease the wheels

通过帮助或简化过程使其更加顺畅
Meaning
to make a process run more smoothly by helping it along or making it easier
Example
Bribing officials is a common way to grease the wheels in international trade negotiations.
在国际贸易谈判中，行贿官员是润滑车轮的常见方式。
idiom

get your act together

开始高效或正确地工作
Meaning
start working efficiently or properly
Example
You need to **get your act together** if you want to meet the deadline.
如果你想按时完成任务，你需要振作起来。
idiom

hold up your end

对某事完全感到无聊或烦恼
Meaning
to fulfill your part of an agreement or duty
Example
If you **hold up your end**, the project will succeed.
我**生病和厌倦**听他的借口。
idiom

A Faustian bargain

为权力或成功而牺牲道德完整性的交易。
Meaning
A deal where one sacrifices moral integrity for power or success.
Example
Signing that contract was **a Faustian bargain** for him.
签署那份合同对他来说是一个福斯蒂安交易。
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

rant and rave

大声喊叫并抱怨
Meaning
to shout and complain loudly
Example
He was **ranting and raving** about the bad service.
他正在 **大声喊叫和抱怨** 糟糕的服务。
idiom

mind your peace and quiet

保护你的平静，避免压力或干扰
Meaning
to protect your calm and avoid stress or disturbance
Example
She values her alone time to **mind her peace and quiet**.
她喜欢独处，保持平静，避免压力或干扰。
idiom

grind away

长时间在某事上努力工作
Meaning
to work hard on something for a long period
Example
She **grinded away** at her studies to pass the exam.
她努力工作，努力学习，最终通过了考试。
idiom

behind enemy lines

处于敌对或危险的情况中
Meaning
in a hostile or dangerous situation
Example
Journalists were working **behind enemy lines** to report the truth.
记者们在敌人的防线后工作，以报道真相。
idiom

kick up your heels

通过跳舞或庆祝来享受自己
Meaning
to enjoy yourself by dancing or celebrating
Example
Everyone was ready to **kick up their heels** at the reunion.
每个人都准备在聚会上尽情享受。
idiom

A little knowledge is a dangerous thing

了解一点事情可能会导致错误。
Meaning
Knowing a small amount about something can lead to mistakes.
Example
**A little knowledge is a dangerous thing** — don’t try to fix it if you’re not an expert.
**一点知识是一件危险的事** — 如果你不是专家，别尝试修理它。
idiom

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**。
idiom

The more, the merrier

当有更多人参与时，事情会更有趣或更有效。
Meaning
Things are more fun or effective with more people involved.
Example
Bring your friends along — **the more, the merrier**!
带上你的朋友——人越多越热闹！
idiom

close ranks

在面对反对时团结并相互支持
Meaning
to unite and support each other when facing opposition
Example
The employees **closed ranks** after the company came under criticism.
员工们在公司受到批评后**团结一致**。
idiom

twist someone's arm

强迫某人说服
Meaning
to persuade someone forcefully
Example
I had to **twist his arm** to get him to come.
我不得不**扭他的胳膊**让他来。
idiom

A shot in the dark

一个没有太多或任何关于结果的了解就做出的猜测或尝试
Meaning
a guess or attempt made without knowing much or anything about the result
Example
His idea about solving the problem was just **a shot in the dark**.
他解决问题的想法只是**A shot in the dark**。
idiom

ring the changes

对某事进行改变，使其更加有趣或有效
Meaning
to make changes to something to make it more interesting or effective
Example
The restaurant decided to **ring the changes** with a new menu.
餐厅决定通过新的菜单进行改变。
idiom

fill in on

向某人提供最新信息
Meaning
to provide someone with the latest information
Example
Could you **fill me in on** the policy updates?
你能告诉我政策的最新更新吗？
idiom

Frankenstein’s monster

一个反抗其创造者的创造物。
Meaning
A creation that turns against its creator.
Example
Social media became a **Frankenstein’s monster** for its inventors.
社交媒体成了它的发明者的弗兰肯斯坦怪物。
idiom

runs in the family

家族成员间共同的特质或品质
Meaning
a trait or quality common among family members
Example
Musical talent **runs in the family**.
音乐才华 **家族中有**。
idiom

take aback

使某人突然感到惊讶或震惊
Meaning
to surprise or shock someone suddenly
Example
I was **taken aback** by his rude behavior.
我被他的粗鲁行为吓到了。
idiom

heart of gold

一个非常善良和慷慨的人
Meaning
a very kind and generous person
Example
My grandmother has a **heart of gold**.
我的祖母有一颗**金心**。
idiom

happy as a clam

非常满足和舒适
Meaning
very content and comfortable
Example
She looked **happy as a clam** on her vacation.
她在度假时看起来非常开心。
idiom

light bulb moment

突如其来的领悟或新想法
Meaning
a sudden realization or new idea
Example
She had a **light bulb moment** while brainstorming for the campaign.
她在为活动进行头脑风暴时，突然有了一个**灵光一现**。
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

Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today

不要把今天能做的事拖到明天。
Meaning
Do not procrastinate; take advantage of the present moment.
Example
Finish your work now, **don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today**.
现在就完成你的工作，不要把今天能做的事拖到明天。
idiom

hang on

等一下
Meaning
to wait for a short time
Example
**Hang on** a minute, I’ll be right back.
等一下，我马上回来。
idiom

set a precedent

为未来的行动建立一个标准或先例
Meaning
to establish a standard or example for future actions
Example
Banning unethical AI systems will **set a precedent** for accountability.
禁止不道德的人工智能系统将为问责制树立一个先例。
idiom

keep it together

在困难时刻保持冷静
Meaning
to stay composed during difficult times
Example
Even after hearing the bad news, he managed to **keep it together**.
即使在听到坏消息后，他也能够保持冷静。
idiom

go ballistic

变得极度愤怒或激动
Meaning
to become extremely angry or excited
Example
Dad **went ballistic** when he found out I dented his car.
爸爸发现我把他的车撞凹了后，**暴怒了**。
idiom

Exit strategy

一种计划，说明投资者或创始人最终如何退出或兑现。
Meaning
A plan for how investors or founders will eventually leave or cash out.
Example
Every startup should have a clear **exit strategy**.
每个初创公司应该有一个明确的**退出策略**。
idiom

make up your mind

决定某事
Meaning
to decide something
Example
You need to **make up your mind** about which job to take.
你需要**决定**要选择哪个工作。
idiom

cover up

掩盖某事的真相
Meaning
to hide the truth about something
Example
They tried to **cover up** the mistake.
他们试图掩盖这个错误。
idiom

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**。
idiom

to throw one's hat into the ring

宣布参加某事的竞选或竞争意图
Meaning
to announce one’s candidacy or intention to compete in something
Example
He decided to **throw his hat into the ring** and run for mayor.
他决定**宣布参选**并竞选市长。
idiom

love is blind

恋爱中的人看不到对方的缺点
Meaning
people in love do not see each other's faults
Example
They say **love is blind**, and he proves it every day.
他们说**爱情是盲目的**，他每天都在证明这一点。
idiom

code like a machine

在编程中极快且高效地工作
Meaning
to work extremely fast and efficiently on programming
Example
She can **code like a machine** when a deadline is near.
当截止日期临近时，她可以**像机器一样编程**。
idiom

a job well done

一项成功完成的任务
Meaning
a task completed with great success
Example
The project was completed ahead of schedule, truly **a job well done**.
项目提前完成，真的**做得很好**。
idiom

a taste of your own medicine

体验你曾经给别人带来的不愉快
Meaning
to experience the same unpleasantness you caused to others
Example
He was rude to everyone, but now he’s getting **a taste of his own medicine**.
他曾经对每个人都很粗鲁，但现在他正在体验**他自己的药**。
idiom

above board

诚实合法; 没有欺骗
Meaning
honest and legal; without deceit
Example
Their business deal was completely **above board**.
他们的商业交易完全是**诚实合法**的。
idiom

think on your feet

在压力下做出快速决策或想法
Meaning
to make quick decisions or ideas under pressure
Example
Good leaders can **think on their feet**.
优秀的领导者能够**随机应变**。
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

in black and white

书面形式; 明确声明
Meaning
in written form; clearly stated
Example
The rules are clearly written **in black and white**.
规则明确写成了 **黑白分明**。
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

in good spirits

心情愉快且充满信心
Meaning
to be cheerful and confident
Example
She was **in good spirits** after her presentation.
她在演讲后心情愉快且充满信心。
idiom

fail better

通过从过去的失败中学习来改进
Meaning
to improve by learning from past failures
Example
Even if you fail, try to **fail better** next time.
即使你失败了，下次也要尽量**失败得更好**。
idiom

lost in translation

当意义在翻译或交流中丧失或改变时
Meaning
when the meaning is lost or changed in translation or communication
Example
The humor was **lost in translation** when the movie was dubbed.
当电影被配音时，幽默感在**翻译中失落**。
idiom

Risk it for the biscuit

冒险去获得有价值的东西。
Meaning
To take a risk to achieve something worthwhile.
Example
He knew it was risky, but he decided to **risk it for the biscuit**.
他知道这很冒险，但他决定**为饼干冒险**。
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

lazy bones

一个懒人
Meaning
a lazy person
Example
Come on, **lazy bones**, get out of bed!
快点，**懒骨头**，起床！
idiom

button up

完成准备工作或安全地关闭某物
Meaning
to finish preparations or close something securely
Example
Let’s **button up** the proposal by Friday.
让我们在周五前**button up**提案。
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take the initiative

首先采取行动并展示领导力
Meaning
to act first and show leadership
Example
Effective leaders often **take the initiative** to improve things.
有效的领导者常常主动采取行动来改善事情。
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keep the fire burning

保持火焰
Meaning
to stay motivated and passionate about something
Example
Even after failure, he managed to **keep the fire burning**.
即使失败后，他仍然能够保持火焰。
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get away with murder

做坏事却不受惩罚
Meaning
to do something very bad without being punished for it
Example
He’s so spoiled that he can **get away with murder** at home.
他被宠坏了，在家里他可以 **做任何他想做的事**，而没有人会惩罚他。
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switch off

停止思考工作或问题
Meaning
to stop thinking about work or problems
Example
It’s important to **switch off** after a long day.
在漫长的一天后，**关闭** 是很重要的。
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under oath

在法庭上发誓说真话
Meaning
having sworn to tell the truth in court
Example
He lied **under oath** and was charged with perjury.
他在 **宣誓** 后撒谎，并被控伪证罪。
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the internet of things (IoT)

将日常物品连接到互联网以发送和接收数据
Meaning
the connection of everyday objects to the internet to send and receive data
Example
Smart homes are part of the **internet of things (IoT)**, where devices are interconnected.
智能家居是**物联网 (IoT)**的一部分，设备之间相互连接。
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Caught with your pants down

被抓到没有准备或感到尴尬。
Meaning
To be caught unprepared or embarrassed.
Example
The manager was **caught with his pants down** when asked about the figures.
当被问及数据时，经理毫无准备地被抓到。
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party line

政党的官方政策或立场
Meaning
the official policy or position of a political party
Example
Members were warned not to speak against the **party line**.
成员们被警告不要反对**政党路线**。
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have faith in

相信或信任某人或某事
Meaning
to believe or trust in someone or something
Example
You should **have faith in** your abilities.
你应该 **相信自己** 的能力。
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take a stand

明确表示坚定的决定或观点
Meaning
to make a firm decision or opinion known
Example
It’s time to **take a stand** and support what you believe in.
是时候**表明立场**并支持你所信仰的事物。
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phishing expedition

通过欺骗获取敏感信息的企图
Meaning
an attempt to obtain sensitive information by deceit
Example
The suspicious email was part of a **phishing expedition**.
那封可疑的电子邮件是一场网络钓鱼活动的一部分。
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step away

从一种情况中稍作休息
Meaning
to take a short break from a situation
Example
Take a minute to **step away** if you feel overwhelmed.
如果你感到不堪重负，花一分钟**步开**一下。
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go belly up

完全失败；破产
Meaning
to fail completely; to go bankrupt
Example
Many small businesses **went belly up** during the pandemic.
许多小企业在疫情期间破产了。
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time flies

时间过得非常快
Meaning
time passes very quickly
Example
**Time flies** when you’re having fun.
当你玩得开心时，时间飞逝
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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**。
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in a tight spot

处于一个困难或棘手的情况
Meaning
to be in a difficult or tricky situation
Example
He found himself **in a tight spot** when both friends asked for help.
当两个朋友请求帮助时，他发现自己**陷入困境**。
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bag of bones

一个非常瘦的人
Meaning
a very thin person
Example
After his illness, he turned into a **bag of bones**.
生病后，他变成了一个瘦骨如柴的人。
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wrap your head around

理解或领会困难的事情
Meaning
to understand or comprehend something difficult
Example
It took me a while to **wrap my head around** the new software.
我花了一些时间才**理解**新软件。
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a blank slate

一个没有任何先前知识或经验的人
Meaning
a person with no prior knowledge or experience
Example
He came to the school like a **blank slate**.
他像一张**空白纸**一样来到学校。
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piece of the puzzle

完整解决方案或理解的一部分
Meaning
a part of the complete solution or understanding
Example
This information is just **a piece of the puzzle**.
这条信息只是拼图的一部分。
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stay on task

继续专注于需要做的事情
Meaning
to continue focusing on what needs to be done
Example
Try to **stay on task** even when things get difficult.
即使事情变得困难，也要尽量**stay on task**
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I owe you one

用于表达感谢并计划回报恩惠
Meaning
used to express that you are thankful and plan to return the favor
Example
Thanks for helping me move, **I owe you one**!
谢谢你帮我搬家，**我欠你一个人情**!
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sit back

放松并什么也不做
Meaning
to relax and do nothing
Example
Just **sit back** and enjoy the show.
只需坐下，享受表演。
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a friend in need is a friend indeed

真正的朋友是在困难时帮助你的人
Meaning
a true friend helps you in difficult times
Example
When I was sick, Jane took care of me—**a friend in need is a friend indeed**.
我生病时，简照顾了我——患难见真情。
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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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in all honesty

完全诚实或真诚。
Meaning
To be completely truthful or sincere.
Example
**In all honesty**, I think he deserves the job.
说实话，我认为他应该得到这份工作。
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to clean one's hands

摆脱某事的责任，尤其是错误行为的责任
Meaning
to rid oneself of responsibility for something, especially wrongdoing
Example
He tried to **clean his hands** of the situation, but we all knew he was involved.
他试图**洗手不干**，但我们都知道他参与了。
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pioneer a path

成为第一个做新颖或创新的事情的人。
Meaning
to be the first to do something new or innovative.
Example
She is determined to **pioneer a path** in sustainable fashion.
她决心在可持续时尚领域**开辟一条道路**。