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idiom

to push the envelope

超越常规的限制；创新
Meaning
to go beyond the usual limits; to innovate
Example
In the world of AI, companies must **push the envelope** to stay competitive.
在人工智能的世界里，企业必须**突破极限**才能保持竞争力。
idiom

window shopping

在商店里看东西而不买
Meaning
looking at things in shops without buying them
Example
We went **window shopping** at the mall yesterday.
我们昨天去了商场进行 **橱窗购物**。
idiom

blast off

以极大的能量或热情开始
Meaning
to take off or start with great energy or enthusiasm
Example
The project is ready to **blast off** next week.
该项目准备在下周启动。
idiom

life in the fast lane

一种充满兴奋、活动和有时风险的生活方式
Meaning
a lifestyle full of excitement, activity, and sometimes risk
Example
He enjoys **life in the fast lane** with parties and travel.
他喜欢和派对、旅行一起享受**快车道的生活**。
phrasal-verb

die out

彻底灭绝或完全消失
Meaning
to become extinct or disappear completely
Example
Many ancient traditions have **died out** over the centuries.
许多古老的传统在几个世纪里已经**消失**。
idiom

out of sorts

感到稍微不舒服或不高兴
Meaning
feeling slightly unwell or upset
Example
He’s been **out of sorts** since he caught that cold.
自从感冒后，他就一直有些不高兴。
phrasal-verb

snap back

生气或恼怒时做出尖锐回应
Meaning
to reply sharply when angry or irritated
Example
He **snapped back** when his boss blamed him unfairly.
当老板不公平地责备他时，他**反击**了。
phrasal-verb

shore up against

加强或支持某物以防止在危机期间失败
Meaning
to strengthen or support something to prevent failure during crisis
Example
The government took steps to **shore up against** the collapsing economy.
政府采取措施来加强崩溃的经济。
phrasal-verb

blow in

意外到来，通常伴随风
Meaning
to arrive unexpectedly, usually with wind
Example
A cold wind suddenly **blew in** from the north.
一股冷风突然从北方**吹入**。
phrasal-verb

rise beyond

克服限制或挑战
Meaning
to overcome limitations or challenges
Example
True leaders **rise beyond** their fears and inspire others.
真正的领导者**rise beyond**他们的恐惧并激励他人。
idiom

a universe of possibilities

无尽的机会或选择
Meaning
endless opportunities or options
Example
Technology has opened **a universe of possibilities**.
技术开启了**无限的可能性**。
phrasal-verb

map forward

规划未来进展的方向或步骤
Meaning
to plan the direction or steps for future progress
Example
The manager helped the team **map forward** their long-term strategy.
经理帮助团队规划他们的长期战略。
phrasal-verb

get on board

登机
Meaning
to enter or climb onto a vehicle like a bus, train, or plane
Example
We quickly **got on board** before the train left the station.
我们在火车离开车站之前迅速登上了车。
phrasal-verb

reach over to

伸出慰藉或支持的手势
Meaning
to extend a gesture of comfort or support
Example
She **reached over to** hold his hand when he started crying.
她伸出手去抓住他的手，当他开始哭泣时。
idiom

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。
phrasal-verb

drop in on

随便拜访某人，无需预约
Meaning
to visit someone casually and without an appointment
Example
We decided to **drop in on** our cousins while passing through their town.
我们决定在经过他们的城市时，**drop in on** 我们的堂兄。
idiom

No doubt about it

用来表示完全同意
Meaning
Used to express complete agreement
Example
**No doubt about it**, she deserves the award.
毫无疑问，她值得这个奖。
idiom

skeleton in the closet

一个家庭的秘密，某人想要隐藏它
Meaning
a family secret that one wants to keep hidden
Example
Every family has a **skeleton in the closet** they don't talk about.
每个家庭都有一个他们不谈论的**衣柜里的骷髅**。
idiom

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。
idiom

Break with tradition

做事与通常方式不同
Meaning
To do something in a different way from what is usually done
Example
The couple decided to **break with tradition** and have a small wedding on the beach.
这对情侣决定打破传统，在海滩举行小型婚礼。
phrasal-verb

tune back in

在分心后重新与情感或意识连接
Meaning
to reconnect with your emotions or awareness after being distracted
Example
He took a short walk to **tune back in** to his feelings.
他走了一小段路，以便重新与他的感受**调回**。
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。
idiom

chip in for

为共同费用出钱
Meaning
to contribute money toward a shared cost
Example
Everyone agreed to **chip in for** a farewell cake.
每个人都同意为告别蛋糕出钱。
idiom

black and blue

淤伤; 有伤口的痕迹
Meaning
bruised; having marks from injury
Example
He was **black and blue** after falling off his bike.
他摔下自行车后淤伤了。
idiom

a leopard can't change its spots

一个人不能改变他们与生俱来的本性或特征
Meaning
someone cannot change their inherent nature or characteristics
Example
No matter how hard he tries, **a leopard can't change its spots**.
不管他怎么努力，一只豹子不能改变它的斑点。
phrasal-verb

keep striving

继续努力
Meaning
to continue trying hard to achieve something
Example
Even after success, a true professional keeps **striving** for excellence.
即使成功之后，真正的专业人士仍然在追求卓越。
idiom

Tell the truth and shame the devil

永远说出真相，即使这很困难或冒险。
Meaning
Always speak the truth, even when it’s hard or risky.
Example
Just **tell the truth and shame the devil**, even if it hurts.
只要**说出真相，让魔鬼羞愧**，即使它会伤害。
phrasal-verb

cast a vote for

在选举中选择候选人或选项
Meaning
to choose a candidate or option in an election
Example
Remember to **cast a vote for** the issues you believe in.
记得**为你相信的问题投票**。
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。
idiom

a slap on the wrist

一种非常轻微的惩罚
Meaning
a very mild punishment
Example
He got **a slap on the wrist** for such a serious offense.
他因如此严重的罪行而得到了**一种非常轻微的惩罚**。
phrasal-verb

work together

与他人合作以达成目标
Meaning
to cooperate with others to achieve a goal
Example
If we **work together**, we can finish this project faster.
如果我们一起合作，我们可以更快地完成这个项目。
phrasal-verb

call in for

为特定目的加入远程会议
Meaning
to join a remote session for a specific purpose
Example
Drivers **call in for** updates when weather turns rough.
当天气变得恶劣时，司机会**call in for**更新。
phrasal-verb

lift your spirits

使自己或别人感到更快乐或更积极
Meaning
to make yourself or someone feel happier or more positive
Example
A walk in the park can really **lift your spirits**.
在公园散步真的可以提升心情。
idiom

in the pink of health

身体非常健康
Meaning
in very good health
Example
After months of rest, he’s now **in the pink of health**.
经过几个月的休息，他现在**身体非常健康**。
idiom

call around

通过电话联系几个人或地方
Meaning
to contact several people or places by phone
Example
I’ll **call around** to find a venue with parking.
我会打电话给几个地方，找一个有停车位的地方。
idiom

take the time to listen

努力去理解或关心他人的感受
Meaning
to make an effort to understand or care about someone else's feelings
Example
Sometimes, all we need is to **take the time to listen** to others' problems.
有时候，我们只需要**花时间听听**他人的问题。
idiom

step on the gas

加快速度; 着急
Meaning
to move faster; to hurry up
Example
We need to **step on the gas** if we want to reach on time.
如果我们想准时到达，我们需要 **step on the gas**。
idiom

go on a spending spree

在短时间内花费大量金钱
Meaning
to spend a lot of money in a short period of time
Example
She **went on a spending spree** after getting her bonus.
她在拿到奖金后**大肆购物**。
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

be crazy about

非常喜欢某事或某人
Meaning
to love something or someone very much
Example
She’s **crazy about** Korean dramas.
她**疯狂地喜欢**韩剧。
idiom

answer the call of duty

履行某人的义务，尤其是在困难情况下
Meaning
to fulfill one's obligation, especially in a difficult situation
Example
Firefighters **answered the call of duty** during the massive fire.
消防员在大火中履行了他们的职责。
idiom

plug into

连接或参与某事，通常是一个系统或网络
Meaning
to connect or become involved in something, usually a system or network
Example
You need to **plug into** the right social media channels to reach a wider audience.
你需要**plug into**正确的社交媒体渠道来接触更广泛的观众。
idiom

tack on

在最后添加额外内容
Meaning
to add something extra, especially at the end
Example
They **tacked on** a brief Q&A after the session.
他们在会议后**添加**了简短的问答环节。
phrasal-verb

bring in new ideas

引入创造性的想法或计划
Meaning
to introduce creative thoughts or plans
Example
Leaders should **bring in new ideas** to improve team performance.
领导者应该引入新的想法来提高团队的表现。
phrasal-verb

deal with conflict

管理或解决分歧或争执
Meaning
to manage or resolve disagreements or disputes
Example
Managers often need to **deal with conflict** among team members.
经理们经常需要在团队成员之间**处理冲突**。
idiom

Never say die

始终保持乐观和坚定的态度。
Meaning
Always remain optimistic and determined.
Example
He faced many challenges but had a **never say die** attitude.
他面临了许多挑战，但保持着**永不言弃**的态度。
idiom

have a one-track mind

一直只想一件事
Meaning
to think about only one thing all the time
Example
He **has a one-track mind** when it comes to his business.
当涉及到他的生意时，他**有单一思维**。
phrasal-verb

cut down on

减少有害事物的数量或频率
Meaning
to reduce the amount or frequency of something harmful
Example
We must **cut down on** carbon emissions to fight climate change.
我们必须减少碳排放以应对气候变化。
phrasal-verb

follow through on decisions

继续进行一项行动，直到完成
Meaning
to continue with an action until it is completed
Example
Leaders must always follow through on their promises.
领导人必须始终兑现他们的承诺。
idiom

see the light

最终理解或接受真相或新观念
Meaning
to finally understand or accept the truth or a new idea
Example
After years of denial, he finally **saw the light**.
经过多年的否认，他终于看到了真相。
phrasal-verb

come in

进来
Meaning
to enter a room or building
Example
Please **come in** and have a seat.
请进来并坐下。
idiom

Plow the field

为未来的工作或成功做准备。
Meaning
To prepare for future work or success.
Example
Before launching the product, we need to **plow the field** with proper research.
在推出产品之前，我们需要通过适当的研究来**plow the field**。
phrasal-verb

push boundaries

超越极限或期望
Meaning
to go beyond limits or expectations
Example
Innovators constantly **push boundaries** to discover new possibilities.
创新者不断突破边界以发现新的可能性。
phrasal-verb

get by

靠你拥有的活下去或生存
Meaning
to manage to live or survive with what you have
Example
Even with little money, our family managed to **get by** happily.
即使钱很少，我们家也设法幸福地**get by**。
phrasal-verb

get through to

让某人理解你正在试图说什么
Meaning
to make someone understand what you are trying to say
Example
Sometimes it’s hard to **get through to** my teenage son.
有时候，很难让**我的青少年儿子理解**我试图说的。
phrasal-verb

hang around

在一个地方待着没有明确的目的；漫无目的地等待
Meaning
to stay in a place without a clear purpose; to wait aimlessly
Example
There’s no point **hanging around** here, let’s go inside.
在这里**闲逛**没什么意思，我们进去吧。
idiom

put words in someone’s mouth

将话塞进某人口中
Meaning
to say someone said something they did not
Example
Don’t **put words in my mouth**—I never said that!
别把话塞进我嘴里——我从来没说过那话！
phrasal-verb

lie around

懒散地度过时间，什么都不做
Meaning
to spend time lazily doing nothing
Example
I just want to **lie around** and do nothing today.
我今天只想**躺着**什么都不做。
idiom

have a way with words

通过言辞非常善于说服或迷人
Meaning
to be very good at persuading or charming people with speech
Example
He **has a way with words** that makes everyone listen.
他 **有一种方式与文字** 使每个人都听。
phrasal-verb

see to

确保某事已完成；照顾某事
Meaning
to make sure something is done; to take care of something
Example
I’ll **see to** it that the documents are ready on time.
我会确保文件按时准备好。
phrasal-verb

boost investor confidence

提升投资者信心
Meaning
to make investors feel more positive about investing
Example
Strong GDP growth can **boost investor confidence** in the market.
强劲的GDP增长可以在市场中**提升投资者信心**。
phrasal-verb

rise to

成功地应对困难的情况或挑战
Meaning
to deal successfully with a difficult situation or challenge
Example
She always **rises to** the occasion when facing tough challenges.
她总是在面对艰难挑战时，**挺身而出**。
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

move the goalposts

改变规则或条件使成功变得更加困难
Meaning
to change the rules or conditions to make success harder
Example
They **moved the goalposts** after we had agreed on the terms.
他们在我们已经达成条款后**移动了球门**。
phrasal-verb

flare with anger

突然变得非常生气
Meaning
to suddenly become very angry
Example
She **flared with anger** when she heard the unfair decision.
她听到不公正的决定时突然非常生气。
idiom

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**。
idiom

dawn on

突然明白过来
Meaning
to become clear to someone after not realizing
Example
It suddenly **dawned on** me that I’d left my wallet.
我突然明白我把钱包忘了。
idiom

extend an olive branch

提供和平或和解
Meaning
to offer peace or reconciliation
Example
After years of conflict, the president decided to **extend an olive branch**.
经过多年的冲突，总统决定伸出橄榄枝。
phrasal-verb

celebrate wins with

与某人一起庆祝成就
Meaning
to mark achievements alongside someone
Example
We **celebrate wins with** a quick message in the team chat.
我们通过团队聊天中的快速消息庆祝胜利。
idiom

to be honest

用于表达真诚或坦率的意见时
Meaning
used when expressing a sincere or frank opinion
Example
**To be honest**, I didn’t like the food.
老实说，我不喜欢那道菜。
idiom

tie the knot

结婚
Meaning
to get married
Example
They are planning to **tie the knot** next summer.
他们计划在明年夏天**结婚**。
phrasal-verb

go through

仔细研究或阅读某事
Meaning
to study or read something carefully
Example
You should **go through** the textbook before the quiz.
你应该在测验前仔细阅读课本。
idiom

sing the same tune

与他人持有相同的观点
Meaning
to have the same opinion as someone else
Example
Both managers **sing the same tune** about company policy.
两位经理对公司政策意见一致。
phrasal-verb

call out for

大声呼唤某人或某物
Meaning
to ask loudly for something or someone
Example
He **called out for** his mother when he got hurt.
当他受伤时，他大声呼唤他的母亲。
phrasal-verb

carve your path

在生活或职业中创造你自己的道路或方向
Meaning
to create your own way or direction in life or career
Example
He decided to **carve his path** instead of following others.
他决定**开辟自己的道路**，而不是跟随别人。
idiom

keep your eyes peeled

保持警惕并仔细观察
Meaning
to stay alert and watch carefully
Example
Keep your eyes peeled for any signs of trouble.
注意任何问题的迹象。
idiom

ease off

逐渐变得不那么强烈
Meaning
to gradually become less strong or intense
Example
The rain should **ease off** by evening.
雨到晚上应该会减弱。
phrasal-verb

pay someone back

报仇；偿还欠款
Meaning
to take revenge; to return money owed
Example
I’ll **pay you back** for what you did to me.
我会**报仇**，为你对我做的事。
phrasal-verb

push ahead

尽管有困难，仍然继续朝着目标努力工作
Meaning
to continue working hard towards a goal despite difficulties
Example
Even after many failures, she decided to **push ahead** with her startup idea.
尽管经历了许多失败，她还是决定继续推进她的创业想法。
phrasal-verb

expand your network

建立新的职业关系和联系
Meaning
to build new professional relationships and connections
Example
Attending industry events can help you **expand your network**.
参加行业活动可以帮助你**扩展你的网络**。
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**。
phrasal-verb

build confidence

增强对自己能力的信心
Meaning
to strengthen belief in your own abilities
Example
Every small success helps you **build confidence** for bigger goals.
每一个小成功都能帮助你增强信心，追求更大的目标。
phrasal-verb

keep learning forward

即使失败后仍然继续学习
Meaning
to continue gaining lessons even after failing
Example
No matter how many times you fail, just **keep learning forward**.
无论你失败多少次，继续学习。
idiom

to make the grade

达到所需标准
Meaning
to meet the required standard
Example
He didn’t **make the grade** in the final exam.
他在期末考试中没有**通过**。
phrasal-verb

test out

尝试或检查某物以查看它是否正常工作
Meaning
to try or examine something to see if it works properly
Example
Developers are **testing out** the beta version of the app.
开发人员正在测试应用程序的Beta版本。
phrasal-verb

be there for

在需要时提供帮助或安慰某人
Meaning
to be available to help or comfort someone in need
Example
She promised to always **be there for** her sister no matter what.
她承诺无论发生什么，都会始终**为她的妹妹在那里**。
phrasal-verb

trip up on

在处理困难的事情时犯错
Meaning
to make a mistake when dealing with something difficult
Example
She **tripped up on** the hardest part of the puzzle.
她在解答最难的部分时**trip up on**了。
idiom

a snowball's chance in hell

完全没有机会
Meaning
no chance at all
Example
He has **a snowball's chance in hell** of winning the lottery.
他没有赢得彩票的机会。
idiom

well-oiled machine

顺畅高效运作的事物
Meaning
something that operates smoothly and efficiently
Example
Our engineering team runs like a **well-oiled machine**.
我们的工程团队像一台良好润滑的机器一样运行。
phrasal-verb

connect through

通过使用共享的经验或沟通来建立关系或理解
Meaning
to build relationships or understanding by using shared experiences or communication
Example
People can **connect through** art and music despite language barriers.
人们可以**通过连接**艺术和音乐，尽管存在语言障碍。
phrasal-verb

let feelings pass

让情绪自然而然地来去，不与之抗争
Meaning
to allow emotions to come and go without fighting them
Example
Instead of holding on to anger, I try to **let feelings pass** naturally.
与其坚持愤怒，我试图让情绪自然而然地流过。
phrasal-verb

bond with

与某人建立紧密的情感联系
Meaning
to develop a close emotional connection with someone
Example
Parents should spend time to **bond with** their children.
父母应该花时间与他们的孩子建立紧密的情感联系。
idiom

Know something inside out

非常熟悉某事
Meaning
To know something very well
Example
She **knows the syllabus inside out**.
她非常熟悉这门课程。
idiom

Pivot the business

改变方向或策略以适应市场。
Meaning
To change direction or strategy to adapt to the market.
Example
After poor sales, they decided to **pivot the business** toward software solutions.
在销售不佳之后，他们决定将**业务转向软件解决方案**。
phrasal-verb

help out with

帮助某人完成任务或责任
Meaning
to assist someone in completing a task or responsibility
Example
Many volunteers **helped out with** the food distribution program.
许多志愿者帮助了食品分发计划。
phrasal-verb

ping back to

以电子方式快速回复某人
Meaning
to send a quick reply to someone electronically
Example
I'll **ping back to** you once the security patch finishes installing.
当安全补丁安装完成后，我会**ping back to**你。
idiom

Keep fighting the good fight

即使面临挑战，也要继续努力。
Meaning
Continue your efforts even when facing challenges.
Example
You may not see results yet, but **keep fighting the good fight**.
你可能还看不到结果，但**继续努力**。
idiom

Bring peace to

在某种情况下恢复平静或安宁。
Meaning
To restore calm or tranquility in a situation.
Example
Her kind words helped **bring peace to** the argument.
她的好话帮助**带来了平和**的争论。
idiom

put the plan into action

开始实施一个计划或想法
Meaning
to start implementing a plan or idea
Example
After weeks of preparation, it's time to **put the plan into action**.
经过数周的准备，是时候**付诸实践**这个计划了。
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

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
phrasal-verb

laugh along with

与他人的笑声或快乐分享
Meaning
to share in someone else's laughter or joy
Example
Everyone **laughed along with** the funny story.
每个人**和**有趣的故事一起笑。
idiom

Know the drill

熟悉某个例程或程序。
Meaning
To be familiar with a routine or procedure.
Example
Everyone here **knows the drill** during an emergency.
这里每个人都知道在紧急情况下该做什么。
idiom

in the dark web

在互联网上一个隐藏或秘密的部分，用于非法活动
Meaning
in a hidden or secret part of the internet used for illegal activities
Example
Stolen credentials often end up **in the dark web**.
被盗的凭证通常会出现在**黑暗网络中**。
idiom

mentor someone

指导或建议某人，通常在职业背景下
Meaning
to guide or advise someone, typically in a professional context
Example
She has been asked to **mentor** the new recruits in the company.
她被要求在公司中**指导**新员工。
idiom

In the calm before the storm

在困难局势或冲突发生之前的平静时期。
Meaning
A peaceful period before a difficult situation or conflict arises.
Example
The office was quiet, **in the calm before the storm**, as they prepared for the big meeting.
办公室很安静，**在风暴之前的平静**，他们在为重要会议做准备。
idiom

stage fright

在观众面前表演前的紧张感
Meaning
nervousness before performing in front of an audience
Example
Even experienced actors sometimes get **stage fright**.
即使有经验的演员有时也会紧张。
idiom

Dress to impress

穿着打扮让别人对你刮目相看
Meaning
Wear clothes that will make others admire you
Example
You should **dress to impress** for your job interview.
你在面试时应该穿着打扮得体，让别人对你印象深刻。
idiom

table the discussion

将讨论推迟到稍后
Meaning
to postpone discussing something until later
Example
They decided to **table the discussion** until next week.
他们决定将讨论推迟到下周。
phrasal-verb

park ideas for later

将建议搁置，以供将来审查
Meaning
to set suggestions aside for future review
Example
We **park ideas for later** when the sprint board is already full.
当冲刺板已经满了时，我们把想法暂时放到一边。
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

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

zero-day attack

利用之前未知漏洞的网络攻击
Meaning
a cyberattack that exploits a previously unknown vulnerability
Example
The team discovered a **zero-day attack** before it spread widely.
团队在 **zero-day attack** 广泛传播之前就发现了它。
idiom

have someone's back

支持或保护某人
Meaning
to support or defend someone
Example
Don’t worry—I **have your back**.
别担心——我支持你。
idiom

Hold out

继续生存或抵抗很长时间。
Meaning
Continue to survive or resist for a long time.
Example
They managed to **hold out** until help arrived.
他们成功地坚持到帮助到达。
idiom

make it big

变得非常成功或著名
Meaning
to become very successful or famous
Example
He moved to Hollywood to **make it big**.
他搬到好莱坞去**出名**。
phrasal-verb

clam up

突然停止说话，尤其是在紧张或不愿意时
Meaning
to suddenly stop talking, especially when nervous or unwilling
Example
She **clammed up** as soon as I asked about her mistake.
她一提到她的错误，我就看到她突然闭口不谈。
phrasal-verb

drift off

渐渐入睡
Meaning
to gradually fall asleep
Example
She **drifted off** while reading a book.
她在读书时渐渐入睡。
phrasal-verb

talk over someone

说话声音比另一个人大，以至于听不见对方
Meaning
to speak louder than another person so they cannot be heard
Example
Stop **talking over** others; it's hard to understand anyone.
停止打断别人讲话；很难理解任何人。
phrasal-verb

stand up

站起来
Meaning
to rise to a standing position
Example
Everyone **stood up** when the teacher entered the room.
当老师进入房间时，所有人都**站了起来**。
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。