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phrasal-verb

soak up

完全吸收并享受经历
Meaning
to absorb and enjoy an experience fully
Example
We sat by the sea to **soak up** the peaceful atmosphere.
我们坐在海边享受宁静的氛围。
phrasal-verb

set things straight with

澄清或解决误解
Meaning
to clarify or resolve a misunderstanding
Example
He met her to **set things straight with** her after the confusion.
他在混乱之后去见她，想要澄清事情。
idiom

second childhood

年老时，开始再次像孩子一样行为的时期
Meaning
the time in old age when a person starts behaving like a child again
Example
After retirement, he entered his **second childhood**.
退休后，他进入了他的**第二次童年**。
idiom

success is earned, not given

成功来自于努力工作，而非运气
Meaning
success comes from hard work, not by chance
Example
Remember, **success is earned, not given**, so work hard every day.
记住，**成功是通过努力获得的，而不是天赐的**，因此每天都要努力工作。
phrasal-verb

snap under

在压力下失去控制或生气
Meaning
to lose control or become angry under stress
Example
She finally **snapped under** the constant criticism from her boss.
她终于在老板的不断批评下**崩溃了**。
phrasal-verb

step into strength

尽管害怕，仍然接受自己的信心和力量
Meaning
to embrace one’s confidence and power despite fear
Example
She decided to **step into strength** and face her fears.
她决定**step into strength**，面对她的恐惧。
phrasal-verb

stand united for

为某一事业或问题共同努力
Meaning
to act together in support of a cause or issue
Example
Nations must **stand united for** peace and prosperity.
各国必须**stand united for**和平与繁荣。
phrasal-verb

step beyond fear

尽管害怕，仍然勇敢地行动
Meaning
to act courageously despite being afraid
Example
To succeed, you must **step beyond fear** and take bold action.
为了成功，你必须**step beyond fear**并采取大胆的行动。
phrasal-verb

stand with

支持或表达与某人或某个团体的团结
Meaning
to support or show solidarity with someone or a group
Example
Many countries **stand with** those affected by the global crisis.
许多国家站在那些受到全球危机影响的人们一边。
phrasal-verb

stay away

为安全起见，避免靠近某人或某个地方
Meaning
to avoid going near a person or place for safety
Example
Please **stay away** from the construction site.
请远离施工现场。
idiom

sitting on a gold mine

拥有某些非常有价值的东西，但尚未意识到
Meaning
to have something very valuable that is not yet realized
Example
That old property is worth millions — you're **sitting on a gold mine**.
那块老物业价值数百万——你坐在一座金矿上。
phrasal-verb

swot up on

在事件前集中的学习某些东西
Meaning
to study something intensively before an event
Example
I **swot up on** statistics before every data review.
我在每次数据审查前都会**swot up on**统计学。
phrasal-verb

stand up for your values

自信地捍卫你相信的事物
Meaning
to defend what you believe in confidently
Example
True confidence means you **stand up for your values**, even when others disagree.
真正的自信意味着即使别人不同意，你也会**为你的价值观站出来**。
phrasal-verb

stay focused

保持注意力集中于目标，不受干扰
Meaning
to keep your attention on the goal without distractions
Example
Even during stressful times, it’s important to **stay focused** on your objectives.
即使在压力大的时候，也要专心致志于自己的目标。
phrasal-verb

ship out to

将商品发送到目的地
Meaning
to send goods to a destination
Example
The factory **ships out to** regional stores every Thursday.
工厂每周四将货物发往区域商店。
idiom

speak one’s mind

准确地说出自己的想法
Meaning
to say exactly what one thinks
Example
She always **speaks her mind**, even if it offends people.
她总是**说出自己的想法**，即使这让人不高兴。
phrasal-verb

step outside comfort zones

尝试具有挑战性的任务，以便您可以成长
Meaning
to try tasks that feel challenging so you can grow
Example
We **step outside comfort zones** by volunteering for bold projects.
我们通过志愿参与大胆的项目来**step outside comfort zones**。
phrasal-verb

shut down

关闭计算机或系统
Meaning
to turn off a computer or system
Example
Make sure to **shut down** your computer before leaving.
在离开之前，确保**关闭**您的计算机。
idiom

sell like hotcakes

销售得非常快而且数量很大
Meaning
to sell very quickly and in large quantities
Example
After the ad went viral, the product began to **sell like hotcakes**.
广告走红后，这款产品开始热销。
phrasal-verb

smile at

通过微笑表达温暖或感激之情
Meaning
to express warmth or gratitude through a smile
Example
She **smiled at** me when I handed her the gift.
当我递给她礼物时，她**对我微笑**
idiom

sketchy details

不完整或不清楚的信息
Meaning
information that is incomplete or unclear
Example
The witness gave only **sketchy details** about the incident.
目击者仅提供了事件的模糊细节。
phrasal-verb

shake off pressure

摆脱紧张或压力并重新集中注意力
Meaning
to get rid of tension or stress and regain focus
Example
He took a deep breath to **shake off pressure** before starting his speech.
他深吸一口气，在开始演讲之前，想要摆脱压力。
phrasal-verb

step in for

替代某人以处理情况
Meaning
to take someone’s place to handle a situation
Example
The manager had to **step in for** the team leader during the crisis.
经理在危机期间不得不替代团队领导。
idiom

small talk

关于无关紧要话题的随意或礼貌交谈
Meaning
casual or polite conversation about unimportant topics
Example
We made **small talk** while waiting for the bus.
我们在等公交车时聊了些闲话。
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

Slow and steady wins the race

持之以恒和耐心通向成功。
Meaning
Consistency and patience lead to success.
Example
Remember, **slow and steady wins the race**.
记住，稳步前进的人最终会赢得比赛。
phrasal-verb

stand up to

勇敢地面对某人或某事，以捍卫某人
Meaning
to confront someone or something bravely in defense of someone
Example
He **stood up to** the bully to protect his little brother.
他**站立起来**对抗那个恶霸，以保护他的小弟弟。
phrasal-verb

square off with

准备直接与某人竞争或争论
Meaning
to prepare to compete or argue directly with someone
Example
Two teams **square off with** each other in tonight's final.
两支队伍将在今晚的决赛中相互对抗。
phrasal-verb

step into roles

承担新的责任或职责
Meaning
to take on new responsibilities or duties
Example
She confidently **stepped into** her new managerial role.
她自信地承担了她的新管理角色。
phrasal-verb

stay connected with

与某人保持情感或沟通联系
Meaning
to maintain an emotional or communicative link with someone
Example
Even after moving abroad, she **stays connected with** her old friends.
即使搬到国外，她仍然**保持联系与**她的老朋友。
phrasal-verb

step back

停下来冷静地观察局势
Meaning
to pause and look at a situation calmly and objectively
Example
Sometimes you need to **step back** to see the bigger picture.
有时你需要**退一步**看全局。
idiom

set your sights on

决定要实现某事；瞄准一个具体目标
Meaning
to decide to achieve something; to aim for a specific goal
Example
She has **set her sights on** becoming a doctor.
她下定决心要成为医生。
phrasal-verb

stand out

非常显眼; 比其他人更好
Meaning
to be very noticeable; to be better than others
Example
Her bright dress really **stood out** at the party.
她的亮丽衣服在派对上确实**脱颖而出**。
phrasal-verb

step forward for opportunities

在机会出现时主动或自愿采取行动
Meaning
to volunteer or take initiative when opportunities arise
Example
Ambitious employees often **step forward for opportunities** to learn and grow.
雄心勃勃的员工常常主动为学习和成长的机会挺身而出。
phrasal-verb

stand together with

在挑战中与伙伴们支持并保持团结
Meaning
to support and stay united with partners during challenges
Example
True business partners **stand together with** each other in hard times.
真正的商业伙伴在困难时期**互相支持**。
phrasal-verb

scale up production

显著提高生产能力
Meaning
to increase production capacity significantly
Example
Factories are trying to **scale up production** to meet the growing global demand.
工厂正在尝试**扩大生产**以满足日益增长的全球需求。
phrasal-verb

switch over to

从一个工作或职业路径转换到另一个
Meaning
to change from one job or career path to another
Example
He **switched over to** software development after studying economics.
他在学习经济学后转行做软件开发。
phrasal-verb

show up for

当某人需要你时为他出现
Meaning
to be present for someone when they need you
Example
Real friends always **show up for** each other.
真正的朋友总是互相支持。
phrasal-verb

shout at

生气时对某人大喊大叫
Meaning
to raise your voice in anger at someone
Example
Don’t **shout at** me, I didn’t do anything wrong!
别对我大喊大叫，我没有做错任何事！
idiom

sliding into DMs

在社交媒体上向某人发送私人消息，通常是调情
Meaning
to send a private message to someone on social media, often flirtatiously
Example
He started **sliding into her DMs** after seeing her post.
看到她的帖子后，他开始给她发私信。
phrasal-verb

stick to a plan

严格按照计划执行，不放弃
Meaning
to follow a plan strictly without giving up
Example
If you **stick to a plan**, you’ll achieve your goals faster.
如果你坚持一个计划，你会更快实现目标。
phrasal-verb

stack small wins

通过完成快速成功来建立动力
Meaning
to build momentum by completing quick successes
Example
We **stack small wins** early in the day to feel accomplished.
我们**堆叠小胜利**以便在一天的开始时感到成就感。
phrasal-verb

spread across

扩展到一个大区域或许多人之间
Meaning
to extend over a large area or among many people
Example
The global supply chain **spreads across** several continents.
全球供应链跨越多个大洲。
phrasal-verb

show around

带领某人参观一个地方
Meaning
to give someone a guided tour of a place
Example
I will **show around** our office to the new interns.
我将带领新实习生参观我们的办公室。
phrasal-verb

stick around for

待在附近或保持在场，通常是为了和别人多待一会儿
Meaning
to stay nearby or remain present, usually to spend more time together
Example
Why don’t you **stick around for** a while and have coffee with us?
你为什么不待一会儿，和我们一起喝咖啡？
phrasal-verb

step down costs

逐渐减少开支
Meaning
to gradually reduce expenses
Example
The company will **step down costs** to increase profitability.
公司将减少成本以提高盈利能力。
phrasal-verb

stand out from

明显地不同于或优于他人
Meaning
to be noticeably different or better than others
Example
Her confidence makes her **stand out from** the rest of the team.
她的自信让她在团队中脱颖而出。
phrasal-verb

sign into

使用凭据访问在线账户
Meaning
to access an online account using credentials
Example
You need to **sign into** your account to post a comment.
你需要登录你的账户才能发布评论。
phrasal-verb

settle into

适应新环境或新常规
Meaning
to become comfortable in a new place or routine
Example
After a few months, she finally **settled into** her new role as manager.
几个月后，她终于适应了新的管理角色。
phrasal-verb

step up with

在需要时提供领导或资源
Meaning
to provide leadership or resources when needed
Example
She **steps up with** clear goals whenever the team feels stuck.
每当团队感到困惑时，她总是 step up with 清晰的目标。
phrasal-verb

shift into

转行或转到不同的领域
Meaning
to transition into a different type of job or field
Example
He’s planning to **shift into** a more creative industry next year.
他计划明年转向更具创意的行业。
phrasal-verb

shadow a teammate

密切观察同事以学习
Meaning
to observe a colleague closely to learn
Example
Interns **shadow a teammate** during client demos for practice.
实习生 **影子一个队友** 在客户演示期间进行练习。
idiom

sworn friends

彼此忠诚的朋友。
Meaning
Friends who are deeply loyal to each other.
Example
Since childhood, they’ve been **sworn friends**.
从小他们就是相互忠诚的朋友。
phrasal-verb

speak for unity

表达促进全球和谐与理解的意见
Meaning
to express opinions promoting global harmony and understanding
Example
Leaders often **speak for unity** at international forums.
领导人经常在国际论坛上倡导团结。
idiom

set the example

以自己期望的行为为榜样
Meaning
to model the behavior you expect from others
Example
The manager always tries to **set the example** by being punctual and hardworking.
经理总是通过准时和勤奋工作来**树立榜样**。
phrasal-verb

snow over

完全被雪覆盖
Meaning
to be covered completely with snow
Example
The roads were **snowed over** by morning.
到早晨，道路被**大雪覆盖**
idiom

shoulder the burden

承担困难或不愉快事情的责任
Meaning
to take responsibility for something difficult or unpleasant
Example
She had to **shoulder the burden** of caring for her family.
她不得不承担照顾家庭的重担。
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**。
phrasal-verb

stabilize at

达到某个点使某物变得稳定
Meaning
to reach a point where something becomes steady
Example
The unemployment rate has **stabilized at** 5% after years of fluctuation.
失业率在几年波动后已**稳定在**5%。
idiom

smoke and mirrors

旨在欺骗或混淆的事物
Meaning
something that is intended to deceive or confuse
Example
The company’s promises were just **smoke and mirrors**.
公司的承诺只是空话。
phrasal-verb

stand firm on

坚持自己的信仰或决策
Meaning
to remain strong in one's beliefs or decisions
Example
True leaders **stand firm on** their principles even under pressure.
真正的领导者在压力下依然**坚守立场**。
phrasal-verb

smooth out fluctuations

减少波动并使某物更加稳定
Meaning
to reduce ups and downs and make something more stable
Example
Fiscal policies aim to **smooth out fluctuations** in the economy.
财政政策旨在减少经济中的波动。
phrasal-verb

sign in

输入您的用户名和密码以访问帐户
Meaning
to enter your username and password to access an account
Example
You must **sign in** before commenting on this post.
在评论此帖子之前，您必须**登录**。
idiom

shore up

加强或支持某事
Meaning
to strengthen or support something
Example
They’re investing to **shore up** the rural clinics.
他们正在投资以加强农村诊所。
phrasal-verb

sign off on an agreement

正式批准贸易协议或文件
Meaning
to officially approve a trade deal or document
Example
Both leaders **signed off on an agreement** to strengthen bilateral trade.
两位领导人**签署了一份协议**，以加强双边贸易。
idiom

scene-stealer

吸引注意并脱颖而出的人
Meaning
someone who attracts attention and stands out
Example
That child actor was a real **scene-stealer**.
那个儿童演员真是个**场景抢夺者**。
idiom

split-second decision

在没有太多思考的情况下迅速做出的决定
Meaning
a decision made very quickly without much thought
Example
The pilot had to make a **split-second decision** to avoid the crash.
飞行员必须做出 **分秒决策** 以避免撞机。
phrasal-verb

spark off

使某人感到兴奋或情绪化
Meaning
to cause someone to feel excited or emotional
Example
The movie trailer **sparked off** huge excitement among fans.
电影预告片引发了粉丝们的巨大兴奋。
idiom

scale back

减少某物的大小或数量
Meaning
to reduce the size or amount of something
Example
They had to **scale back** the festival because of the budget.
由于预算，他们不得不缩小节日的规模。
phrasal-verb

scale up investment

增加投资于某个项目或领域的资金数额
Meaning
to increase the amount of money invested in a project or sector
Example
The policy aims to **scale up investment** in renewable energy.
该政策旨在 **扩大投资** 于可再生能源。
phrasal-verb

summarize takeaways for

为个人或团队总结关键课程
Meaning
to recap key lessons for a person or group
Example
I **summarize takeaways for** the team in a two-minute voice note.
我在两分钟的语音备忘录中总结了团队的收获
idiom

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**
idiom

set the stage

为某事的发生做好一切准备
Meaning
to prepare everything for something to happen
Example
The manager's speech helped **set the stage** for the upcoming conference.
经理的讲话帮助**为即将到来的会议做好了准备**。
idiom

simmer down

在生气或激动之后变得冷静
Meaning
to become calmer after being angry or excited
Example
Give him a few minutes to **simmer down** before you talk to him.
给他几分钟时间冷静下来再和他说话。
phrasal-verb

shop around

在购买某物之前比较价格
Meaning
to compare prices before buying something
Example
Always **shop around** before making a big purchase.
在做大宗购买前，总是比较价格。
phrasal-verb

start over

在失败后重新开始
Meaning
to begin again after a failure
Example
If something doesn’t work, just **start over** and try a new way.
如果某些事情不起作用，只需从头开始，尝试新的方法。
idiom

Star-studded

充满著著名或有才华的人。
Meaning
Full of famous or talented people.
Example
The event was **star-studded** with celebrities from all fields.
这个活动充满了来自各个领域的名人。
phrasal-verb

set out for

开始一段旅程或努力，心中有目标
Meaning
to begin a journey or an endeavor with a goal in mind
Example
She **set out for** success with a clear vision and determination.
她带着清晰的愿景和决心开始了通往成功的旅程。
idiom

swing vote

一个尚未决定的选票，可能会朝任何方向发展
Meaning
a vote that is not yet decided and could go either way
Example
The **swing vote** will determine the outcome of the election.
摇摆票将决定选举的结果。
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

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

save the day

通过及时采取行动来防止失败或灾难
Meaning
to prevent failure or disaster by taking timely action
Example
His quick thinking **saved the day**.
他快速的思维**拯救了那一天**
idiom

split the difference

在两个意见或价格之间达成妥协
Meaning
to agree on a compromise between two opinions or prices
Example
Let’s **split the difference** and meet halfway.
让我们**split the difference**并在中途见面。
idiom

safeguard your system

保护你的计算机系统或网络免受攻击
Meaning
to protect your computer system or network from attacks
Example
Make sure to **safeguard your system** with the latest antivirus software.
确保使用最新的防病毒软件来**保护你的系统**。
idiom

sharp as a tack

非常聪明或思维敏捷
Meaning
very intelligent or quick-thinking
Example
She's **sharp as a tack** and always has the best answers in class.
她非常聪明，总是能给出课堂上最好的答案。
phrasal-verb

spin up for

为处理某事而准备系统或资源
Meaning
to prepare systems or resources to handle something
Example
We **spin up for** big launches by testing backup servers early.
我们通过提前测试备份服务器来为大规模启动做准备。
idiom

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。
phrasal-verb

set out new goals

定义或开始追求新的目标
Meaning
to define or start pursuing new objectives
Example
The innovation team **set out new goals** for sustainable business models.
创新团队为可持续的商业模型设定了新的目标。
phrasal-verb

set your mind on

决定去实现某事并专注于此
Meaning
to decide to achieve something and focus on it
Example
Once she **set her mind on** becoming a doctor, nothing could stop her.
一旦她决定成为医生，没有什么能够阻止她。
idiom

stand tall

以自豪和自信的方式行动
Meaning
to act in a proud and confident way
Example
She **stood tall** despite all the criticism.
尽管有所有的批评，她依然昂首挺胸。
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step outside

超越自己的舒适区或熟悉的环境
Meaning
to move beyond one’s comfort zone or familiar environment
Example
You grow as a person when you **step outside** your cultural comfort zone.
当你走出自己的文化舒适区时，你会作为一个人而成长。
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set yourself apart

使自己与他人不同或杰出
Meaning
to make yourself different or outstanding from others
Example
Hard work and creativity will **set you apart** from the rest.
努力工作和创造力将使你从其他人中**脱颖而出**。
idiom

sound off

大声或强烈地表达意见
Meaning
to express an opinion loudly or strongly
Example
Feel free to **sound off** during the feedback session.
在反馈会议中随时**sound off**。
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speak up about

诚实地谈论你做错的事情
Meaning
to talk honestly about something you did wrong
Example
He decided to **speak up about** his past mistakes.
他决定**诚实地谈论**他过去的错误。
idiom

shoot from the hip

不经过仔细思考说话或行动
Meaning
to speak or act without thinking carefully
Example
He tends to **shoot from the hip** during meetings.
他在会议中常常**shut from the hip**。
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stand up under

忍受压力或批评而不崩溃
Meaning
to endure stress or criticism without breaking down
Example
She **stood up under** the criticism and stayed confident.
她**承受了**批评，并保持自信。
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step into power

担任正式领导角色
Meaning
to assume an official leadership role
Example
A new coalition **steps into power** after the election.
选举后，新的联盟掌权。
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skid off

失控地从表面或道路滑出
Meaning
to slide uncontrollably off a surface or road
Example
The bus **skidded off** the icy road.
公交车**滑出**了结冰的道路。
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speak on behalf of

礼貌地代表别人表达意见
Meaning
to represent someone else's opinion politely
Example
I’d like to **speak on behalf of** my team regarding this issue.
我想就此问题**代表我的团队发言**。
idiom

sit tight

保持冷静，耐心等待
Meaning
to stay calm and wait patiently
Example
Just **sit tight** and wait for the results.
只要保持冷静，耐心等待结果。
idiom

silver lining

在糟糕的情况下的积极方面
Meaning
a positive aspect in a bad situation
Example
Every dark cloud has a **silver lining**.
每个黑暗的云朵都有一个 **希望之光**。
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sing out

大声且清晰地唱歌
Meaning
to sing loudly and clearly
Example
Don’t be shy—**sing out** so everyone can hear you!
不要害羞—大声唱，让每个人都能听见你！
idiom

switch on

打开某物以便其运作
Meaning
to turn something on so it operates
Example
Please **switch on** the lights before the clients arrive.
请在客户到达之前打开灯光。
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speak about

谈论特定的话题或问题
Meaning
to talk about a particular topic or issue
Example
He will **speak about** effective communication at the seminar.
他将在研讨会上讨论有效的沟通。
idiom

stab someone in the back

背叛信任你的人
Meaning
to betray someone who trusts you
Example
I can’t believe he **stabbed me in the back** after all I did for him.
我简直不敢相信他在我为他做了这么多之后竟然**在背后捅了我一刀**。
idiom

social engineering

通过心理策略操纵人们泄露机密信息
Meaning
manipulating people into divulging confidential information through psychological tactics
Example
The attacker used **social engineering** to gain access to the company’s secure database.
攻击者利用**社交工程**获取了公司安全数据库的访问权限。
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shore up with

通过增加支持来加强某物
Meaning
to strengthen something by adding support
Example
We **shore up with** extra data before presenting the forecast.
我们在呈现预测之前，通过额外数据来加强。
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step forward with confidence

毫不畏惧地大胆行动或发言
Meaning
to take action or speak up boldly without fear
Example
He decided to **step forward with confidence** and share his idea.
他决定充满信心地迈出一步并分享他的想法。
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speak out on

公开表达对某事的重要看法
Meaning
to publicly express an opinion about something important
Example
The candidate decided to **speak out on** corruption during the debate.
候选人在辩论中决定公开表达对腐败的看法。
idiom

stick your neck out

冒着风险做或说一些可能与他人不同的事情
Meaning
to take a risk by doing or saying something that others may disagree with
Example
He **stuck his neck out** to defend his colleague.
他冒着风险为同事辩护。
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step around

移动以避免某物；绕过问题或规则
Meaning
to move to avoid something; to bypass a problem or rule
Example
He tried to **step around** the issue instead of facing it directly.
他试图绕过问题，而不是直接面对。
idiom

switch over

从一个系统或选项切换到另一个
Meaning
to change from one system or option to another
Example
The team will **switch over** to the new software tonight.
团队今晚将切换到新软件。
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step up investment

增加投入到项目或企业中的资金量
Meaning
to increase the amount of money put into projects or businesses
Example
Foreign companies are expected to **step up investment** in renewable energy.
预计外国公司将在可再生能源领域增加投资。
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set clear goals

设定明确的目标或任务
Meaning
to define specific objectives or targets
Example
A good manager always sets clear goals for the team.
一个好的经理总是为团队设定明确的目标。
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sprout up

像植物一样快速出现或生长
Meaning
to appear or grow quickly like plants
Example
New trees have **sprouted up** after the monsoon rain.
新的树木在季风雨后**冒出来**。
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speak for others

代表缺席者表达关切
Meaning
to voice concerns on behalf of people who are absent
Example
Leaders should **speak for others** who aren't in the room.
领导者应该代表其他不在场的人发声。
idiom

strike a bargain

达成协议或交易
Meaning
to reach an agreement or deal
Example
After some discussion, they **struck a bargain** that suited both parties.
经过一些讨论，他们达成了一项双方都满意的协议。
idiom

smooth over

使问题看起来不那么严重
Meaning
to make a problem seem less serious
Example
We need to **smooth over** the miscommunication with a quick call.
我们需要通过快速电话**缓解**沟通不畅的问题。
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set out on

开始一个有特定目标的旅程或活动
Meaning
to begin a journey or activity with a particular goal
Example
She **set out on** her dream to start a handmade jewelry business.
她**开始**了她的梦想，开始了手工珠宝业务。
idiom

stay calm

保持冷静，不要惊慌
Meaning
to remain composed and not panic
Example
No need to worry, just **stay calm** and think it through.
不用担心，只要保持冷静，然后仔细想一想。
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seek out

努力寻找并找到某物或某人
Meaning
to look for and find something or someone with effort
Example
She loves to **seek out** new experiences when she travels.
她喜欢在旅行时**寻找**新的体验。