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idiom

to weather the storm

成功克服困难或挑战性的情况
Meaning
to successfully overcome a difficult or challenging situation
Example
Despite the economic downturn, the company managed **to weather the storm** and stay profitable.
尽管经济低迷，公司仍然成功地渡过了难关并保持盈利。
idiom

the art of something

做某事的技巧
Meaning
the skill of doing something well
Example
She has mastered **the art of** storytelling.
她掌握了讲故事的艺术。
idiom

to put one's foot in one's mouth

错误地说出令人尴尬或不恰当的话
Meaning
to say something embarrassing or inappropriate by mistake
Example
I really **put my foot in my mouth** when I mentioned her ex-boyfriend.
我真的**说错话了**，当我提到她的前男友时。
phrasal-verb

try on

试穿衣服看它们是否合身或好看
Meaning
to put on clothes to see if they fit or look good
Example
I want to **try on** this jacket before buying it.
我想在买之前**试穿**这件夹克。
idiom

thinking outside the bot

跳出自动化或程序化的解决方案，进行创造性思考
Meaning
to think creatively beyond automated or programmed solutions
Example
To solve this challenge, we need to **think outside the bot**.
为了解决这个挑战，我们需要跳出机器的思维框架。
idiom

to reach for the moon

设定一个困难或看似不可能实现的目标
Meaning
to aim for something that is difficult or seemingly impossible to achieve
Example
He decided to **reach for the moon** and apply for the most competitive university.
他决定 **reach for the moon** 并申请最具竞争力的大学。
idiom

the ball is rolling

一个过程已经开始并在取得进展
Meaning
a process has started and is making progress
Example
Now that **the ball is rolling**, we need to keep working.
现在 **球正在滚动**, 我们需要继续工作。
phrasal-verb

turn on

启动机器或设备
Meaning
to start a machine or device
Example
Can you **turn on** the Wi-Fi, please?
你能**打开**Wi-Fi吗？
idiom

turn the other cheek

忽视侮辱或避免复仇
Meaning
to ignore insults or avoid taking revenge
Example
He chose to **turn the other cheek** instead of fighting back.
他选择了**转过另一边脸**而不是反击。
idiom

tie up loose ends

完成项目剩下的小任务
Meaning
to complete the remaining small tasks of a project
Example
Before the deadline, we need to **tie up loose ends**.
在截止日期之前，我们需要完成剩下的事情。
phrasal-verb

thrill at

因某事而感到兴奋和快乐
Meaning
to feel excited and happy about something
Example
Fans **thrilled at** the sight of their favorite singer.
粉丝们看到他们最喜欢的歌手时感到非常兴奋。
idiom

tell a tall tale

讲一个夸张或虚假的故事
Meaning
to tell an exaggerated or false story
Example
He loves to **tell tall tales** about his adventures.
他喜欢讲关于他冒险的夸张故事。
idiom

take apart

把某物拆解成碎片
Meaning
to disassemble something into pieces
Example
We had to **take apart** the desk to move it upstairs.
我们必须把桌子拆解才能把它搬到楼上。
phrasal-verb

take out on

用钱偿还贷款或保险
Meaning
to use money for paying a loan or insurance
Example
He decided to **take out** life insurance after having a baby.
他在有了孩子后决定购买人寿保险。
idiom

Through the lens

从特定的视角或观点
Meaning
From a particular perspective or point of view
Example
We need to see this issue **through the lens** of equality.
我们需要从**平等的视角**来看这个问题。
idiom

to nurse someone back to health

帮助某人从疾病中恢复
Meaning
to help someone recover from illness
Example
She **nursed her mother back to health** after the accident.
事故后，她帮助母亲恢复了健康。
idiom

tide over

帮助某人度过困难时期
Meaning
to help someone through a difficult period
Example
A short-term loan will **tide us over** until the invoices are paid.
短期贷款将帮助我们度过账单支付前的难关。
idiom

the whole nine yards

一切；整个努力
Meaning
everything; the entire effort
Example
She went **the whole nine yards** to make her wedding perfect.
她为使自己的婚礼完美付出了所有努力。
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

touch base after work

在一天的晚些时候与某人联系以获取更新
Meaning
to connect with someone later in the day for updates
Example
We **touch base after work** to confirm travel details for tomorrow.
我们在下班后联系，以确认明天的旅行细节。
idiom

to have a lot on one's plate

有很多任务或责任需要处理
Meaning
to have a lot of tasks or responsibilities to deal with
Example
She can't take on any more projects; she already has **a lot on her plate**.
她不能再接受更多项目；她已经有 **很多事情要做**。
phrasal-verb

talk over calmly

冷静地讨论一个问题而不生气
Meaning
to discuss an issue in a relaxed way without anger
Example
They sat down to **talk over calmly** what had gone wrong.
他们坐下来冷静地讨论出了什么问题。
phrasal-verb

take away from

从经验中学到或获得有价值的东西
Meaning
to learn or gain something valuable from an experience
Example
What did you **take away from** that experience?
你从那次经历中学到了什么？
idiom

talk through

详细讨论某事
Meaning
to discuss something in detail
Example
Let’s **talk through** the plan before the client call.
在客户电话之前，我们讨论计划。
idiom

touch wood

说一些积极的话并希望好运持续
Meaning
to say something positive and hope it continues to be good
Example
We haven’t lost a game yet, **touch wood**.
我们还没有输过一场比赛，敲木头。
idiom

take the wind out of someone’s sails

让某人失去信心或热情。
Meaning
To make someone lose confidence or enthusiasm.
Example
Her harsh criticism **took the wind out of his sails**.
她严厉的批评**打击了他的信心**。
idiom

take a gamble

冒险以期成功
Meaning
to take a risk in the hope of success
Example
She **took a gamble** by quitting her job to travel the world.
她**冒险**辞掉工作去环游世界。
idiom

talk around something

讨论某事，但不直接涉及
Meaning
to discuss something without addressing it directly
Example
She kept **talking around** the topic instead of answering the question directly.
她继续围绕话题谈论，而不是直接回答问题。
idiom

take the edge off

让糟糕的情况或感觉不那么强烈或不愉快
Meaning
to make a bad situation or feeling less intense or unpleasant
Example
A hot cup of tea always helps to **take the edge off**.
一杯热茶总是有助于缓解压力。
idiom

the winds of change

促进变化的影响力
Meaning
an influence that promotes change
Example
**The winds of change** are blowing through the organization.
**变革的风** 正在吹遍整个组织。
idiom

to be a sponge for knowledge

热切而热心地吸收信息
Meaning
to absorb information eagerly and enthusiastically
Example
She's **a sponge for knowledge**; she reads every book she can find.
她是**知识的海绵**；她读所有能找到的书。
idiom

the human touch

一种个人或情感的元素，技术中缺少的
Meaning
a personal or emotional element that technology lacks
Example
Even with AI, customers still appreciate **the human touch** in service.
即使有 AI，客户仍然感激 **人类的手** 在服务中。
phrasal-verb

turn off lights

在不需要时关闭灯光以节省能源
Meaning
to switch off lights when not needed to save energy
Example
Employees are encouraged to **turn off lights** when leaving the office.
鼓励员工在离开办公室时**关闭灯光**。
phrasal-verb

touch base

与某人联系以更新或确认细节
Meaning
to make contact with someone to update or confirm details
Example
Let’s **touch base** later this week to discuss the marketing plan.
我们稍后再联系，以讨论本周的营销计划
phrasal-verb

tremble with excitement

因兴奋而轻微地颤抖
Meaning
to shake slightly because of excitement
Example
He **trembled with excitement** before the announcement.
他在宣布之前**因兴奋而颤抖**。
phrasal-verb

touch up photo

对照片进行小的编辑或改进
Meaning
to make small edits or improvements to a photo
Example
You can **touch up the photo** using any editing app.
你可以使用任何编辑应用程序**触摸照片**。
phrasal-verb

turn plans into action

实施或执行计划中的倡议
Meaning
to implement or execute planned initiatives
Example
It's time for nations to **turn plans into action** for climate resilience.
是时候让各国为气候韧性付诸实践。
phrasal-verb

turn in

提交像作业或报告这样的东西
Meaning
to submit something like an assignment or report
Example
Don’t forget to **turn in** your project by Friday.
别忘了在周五之前提交你的项目。
idiom

to sketch out

画出某物的大致计划或轮廓
Meaning
to make a rough plan or outline of something
Example
The director **sketched out** the concept before filming began.
导演在拍摄开始之前画出了概念。
idiom

take one's hat off to

表示对某人的尊敬或钦佩
Meaning
to show respect or admiration for someone
Example
I **take my hat off to** you for handling the situation so calmly.
我对你冷静处理情况表示敬意。
idiom

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。
idiom

to bend the rules

做出例外或不严格遵循法律或规则
Meaning
to make exceptions or not strictly follow the law or rules
Example
Sometimes, officers **bend the rules** to help the needy.
有时，官员们**弯曲规则**以帮助有需要的人。
idiom

the jury is still out

决策尚未做出
Meaning
a decision has not yet been made
Example
**The jury is still out** on whether the new policy will work.
**陪审团仍未作出决定** 是否新的政策会有效。
idiom

touch and go

一种结果难以预料的风险或不确定的情况
Meaning
a risky or uncertain situation where the outcome is doubtful
Example
It was **touch and go** whether he would survive the surgery.
他是否能在手术中幸存下来，真是**很难说**。
idiom

True blue

忠诚和可信赖。
Meaning
Loyal and trustworthy.
Example
You can count on her; she’s **true blue**.
你可以依赖她；她非常忠诚。
phrasal-verb

take things in stride

冷静地接受并应对困难的情况
Meaning
to accept and deal with difficult situations calmly
Example
She always **takes things in stride**, no matter what happens.
她总是冷静地应对各种情况，无论发生什么。
idiom

top dog

最重要或最有权力的人
Meaning
the most important or powerful person
Example
He’s the **top dog** in the company.
他是公司里最重要的人。
idiom

take the scenic route

选择一条更长或更美的路线旅行
Meaning
to choose a longer or more beautiful way to travel
Example
Let’s **take the scenic route** through the mountains.
让我们沿着山间的风景路线走吧。
idiom

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。
phrasal-verb

take on new responsibilities

在自己的角色中接受额外的任务或责任
Meaning
to accept additional tasks or duties in one’s role
Example
He was eager to **take on new responsibilities** after the promotion.
晋升后他渴望承担新的责任
phrasal-verb

tune into cultures

理解并适应来自不同文化的人们交流的方式
Meaning
to understand and adapt to the ways people from different cultures communicate
Example
To work globally, you must **tune into cultures** beyond your own.
要在全球范围内工作，你必须**适应其他文化**，超越你自己的文化。
phrasal-verb

turn around

改善情况或使某事再次成功
Meaning
to improve a situation or make something successful again
Example
The new leader helped **turn around** the company’s declining performance.
新领导帮助**扭转**了公司下降的业绩。
idiom

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。
idiom

take the reins

掌控或承担责任
Meaning
to take control or responsibility
Example
After the director retired, she **took the reins** of the company.
在导演退休后，她**接管了**公司的管理。
idiom

take someone's word for it

相信某人说的话是真的
Meaning
to trust that what someone says is true
Example
I’ll **take your word for it** since you were there.
因为你在那里，我**相信**你说的话。
idiom

the light dawned on someone

某人突然明白了某件事
Meaning
someone suddenly understands something
Example
The **light dawned on her** that she had made a mistake.
她**突然明白了**自己犯了一个错误。
idiom

throw someone under the bus

为了自保而背叛或牺牲某人
Meaning
to betray or sacrifice someone to save yourself
Example
He **threw his colleague under the bus** to avoid getting fired.
他为了避免被解雇，**出卖了同事**。
idiom

the upper hand

掌握控制或拥有优势
Meaning
to have control or an advantage over someone
Example
The ruling party has **the upper hand** in this situation.
执政党在这种情况下有**上风**。
phrasal-verb

turn down for

拒绝一个机会或提议
Meaning
to reject an offer or opportunity
Example
He was **turned down for** the job because he lacked experience.
因为缺乏经验，他被拒绝了这份工作。
idiom

The longest journey begins with a single step

任何大任务都从一个小步骤开始。
Meaning
Any big task starts with a small action.
Example
Don't worry about the entire project, **the longest journey begins with a single step**.
不要担心整个项目，**最长的旅程始于一步**。
idiom

to drop the ball

犯错误；在重要的事情上失败
Meaning
to make a mistake; to fail at something important
Example
He really **dropped the ball** by forgetting the meeting.
他因为忘记会议而真的**犯了个大错**。
idiom

To be there for someone

在某人需要时提供情感支持
Meaning
To offer emotional support when someone is in need
Example
No matter what happens, I’ll always **be there for you**.
无论发生什么，我都会一直在你身边。
idiom

training the model

通过提供数据教人工智能系统如何进行预测
Meaning
to teach an AI system how to make predictions by feeding it data
Example
We spent weeks **training the model** before deployment.
我们花了几周时间在部署前**训练模型**。
phrasal-verb

tune down

降低强度或能量；平静事物
Meaning
to lower the intensity or energy; to calm things
Example
Let’s **tune down** the tension and talk calmly about it.
让我们降低紧张情绪，平静地讨论它。
phrasal-verb

team together

组建或加入一个团队一起工作
Meaning
to form or join a group to work on something
Example
Let's **team together** to organize the upcoming workshop.
让我们一起组成团队来组织即将到来的研讨会。
phrasal-verb

trip up

使某人犯错；犯错
Meaning
to make someone make a mistake; to make an error
Example
The interviewer tried to **trip up** the candidate with tricky questions.
面试官试图通过难题让候选人犯错。
idiom

That’s exactly right

用来表示完全同意某个说法
Meaning
Used to completely agree with a statement
Example
**That’s exactly right**, we should focus on quality first.
没错，我们应该首先关注质量。
idiom

truth be told

诚实地承认一些事情
Meaning
to admit something honestly
Example
**Truth be told**, I don’t really like this movie.
老实说，我并不太喜欢这部电影。
phrasal-verb

turn setbacks into strengths

将失败或困难作为学习和自信的来源
Meaning
to use failures or difficulties as a source of learning and confidence
Example
She learned to **turn setbacks into strengths** through self-belief.
她通过自信学会了**将挫折转化为力量**。
idiom

the dream team

一群工作非常默契的人
Meaning
a group of people who work extremely well together
Example
With these members, we’ve built **the dream team**.
有了这些成员，我们建立了**梦想团队**。
phrasal-verb

take on too much

接受比自己能处理更多的工作或责任
Meaning
to accept more work or responsibility than one can handle
Example
You’re stressing yourself out because you **take on too much** work.
你因为承担了太多工作而感到压力
idiom

Time heals all wounds

情感上的痛苦随着时间会减轻。
Meaning
Emotional pain will lessen with time.
Example
Don’t worry, time heals all wounds.
别担心，时间会治愈所有的伤口。
idiom

take the lead

在竞争中领先或位于前面
Meaning
to go ahead or be in front in a competition
Example
Our team **took the lead** in the final round.
我们的团队**在最后一轮领先**。
idiom

to orbit around

完全专注于某事或围绕某事旋转
Meaning
to be completely focused or revolve around something
Example
He seemed to **orbit around** the idea of becoming a successful entrepreneur.
他似乎在**围绕**成为成功企业家的想法旋转。
idiom

There’s always hope

无论事情看起来多么糟糕，你仍然可以保持希望。
Meaning
No matter how bad things look, you can still hope.
Example
Don’t lose heart — **there’s always hope**.
不要失去信心——总是有希望。
idiom

to have second thoughts

重新考虑一个决定
Meaning
to reconsider a decision
Example
I’m **having second thoughts** about moving abroad.
我对移居国外有了**第二次想法**。
phrasal-verb

tie up with

形成伙伴关系或合作
Meaning
to form a partnership or collaboration
Example
The fintech company will **tie up with** a global payment network.
这家金融科技公司将与全球支付网络合作。
idiom

take by surprise

突然让某人感到吃惊
Meaning
to catch someone off guard; to surprise unexpectedly
Example
The sudden rain **took us by surprise**.
突如其来的雨**让我们感到惊讶**。
phrasal-verb

throw on

匆忙而不小心地穿上衣服
Meaning
to put on clothes quickly and carelessly
Example
She just **threw on** a sweater and ran out the door.
她只是**穿上**了一件毛衣然后跑出门。
idiom

tough cookie

一个坚强和坚定的人
Meaning
a strong and determined person
Example
She’s a **tough cookie** who never gives up easily.
她是一个**tough cookie**，从不轻易放弃。
phrasal-verb

type up

使用计算机编写或准备某物
Meaning
to write or prepare something using a computer
Example
He quickly **typed up** the message and sent it.
他迅速写了消息并发送了它。
idiom

the going gets tough

当情况变得非常困难或具有挑战性时
Meaning
when the situation becomes very difficult or challenging
Example
When **the going gets tough**, the tough get going.
当**情况变得困难**时，强者会迎难而上。
phrasal-verb

trip over

做事时犯下疏忽的错误
Meaning
to make a careless mistake while doing something
Example
I **tripped over** my words during the speech.
我在演讲时绊倒了我的话
idiom

to bask in the glory

在取得伟大成就后享受他人的钦佩和赞扬
Meaning
to enjoy the admiration and praise from others after achieving something great
Example
He **basked in the glory** of his victory for weeks after the championship.
他在冠军赛后几周沉浸在胜利的荣耀中
idiom

trailblazer

第一个做创新事物的人
Meaning
a person who is the first to do something innovative
Example
Elon Musk is often seen as a **trailblazer** in the tech industry.
埃隆·马斯克常被视为科技行业的**trailblazer**。
idiom

to boot up

启动某事；开始工作或运行
Meaning
to start something; to begin working or functioning
Example
Let’s **boot up** the new project today and see how it goes.
我们今天启动新项目，看看它会怎样。
idiom

To tell the truth

诚实或公开地讲话。
Meaning
To speak honestly or openly.
Example
**To tell the truth**, I never liked that movie.
说实话，我从来不喜欢那部电影。
idiom

to kill two birds with one stone

一石二鸟
Meaning
to achieve two things at once
Example
I can **kill two birds with one stone** by listening to a podcast while I exercise.
我可以一边锻炼一边听播客，这样一石二鸟。
idiom

take stock of

在做决定之前仔细审查情况
Meaning
to review a situation carefully before making decisions
Example
Let’s **take stock of** our priorities this quarter.
让我们在本季度评估我们的优先事项。
idiom

team up

与他人联合为共同目标
Meaning
to join with others for a shared goal
Example
Let’s **team up** with finance for the workshop.
让我们与财务部门共同合作举办研讨会。
idiom

throw one's hat in the ring

宣布自己有意竞争某职位或职位
Meaning
to announce one’s intention to compete for a position or office
Example
Several candidates have **thrown their hats in the ring** for the presidency.
几位候选人已宣布竞选总统职位。
phrasal-verb

transition into

从一个角色或状态过渡到另一个
Meaning
to change from one role or condition to another
Example
She successfully **transitioned into** a leadership role after years of experience.
她在多年的经验后成功地**过渡到**了领导角色。
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throw off

摆脱某物；从控制或疾病中解放出来
Meaning
to get rid of something; to free oneself from control or illness
Example
It took him weeks to **throw off** the flu.
他花了几个星期才能**摆脱**流感。
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talk through emotions

讨论你的情感以便理解或管理它们
Meaning
to discuss your feelings in order to understand or manage them
Example
It helps to **talk through** your emotions with someone you trust.
与信任的人谈论你的情感是有帮助的。
idiom

Throw down the gauntlet

挑战某人打架或竞争。
Meaning
To challenge someone to fight or compete.
Example
He **threw down the gauntlet** by questioning his opponent’s honesty.
他通过质疑对手的诚实来抛出了挑战。
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talk down

以显示你认为某人不太聪明的方式讲话
Meaning
to speak in a way that shows you think someone is less intelligent
Example
Don’t **talk down** to your colleagues; it’s disrespectful.
不要**对同事摆架子**，这不尊重。
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think through problems

在做出决定之前仔细考虑问题的各个方面
Meaning
to carefully consider all aspects of an issue before deciding
Example
Before answering, always **think through problems** clearly.
在回答之前，总是清楚地思考问题。
idiom

to turn the tide

逆转事件的方向，特别是改善困难局面
Meaning
to reverse the direction of events, especially to improve a difficult situation
Example
The new leadership has really **turned the tide** for the company’s performance.
新领导班子真的为公司的业绩**转变潮流**了。
idiom

talk the talk

自信地谈论某事
Meaning
to speak confidently about something
Example
He can **talk the talk**, but can he walk the walk?
他能自信地谈论，但能做到吗？
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。
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take off with

迅速取得成功
Meaning
to become successful quickly
Example
Their new app **took off with** millions of downloads in the first week.
他们的新应用程序在第一周内就获得了数百万次下载，迅速取得了成功。
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take notes

在上课或会议期间写下重要信息
Meaning
to write down important information during a lesson or meeting
Example
He always **takes notes** when the teacher explains a new topic.
他总是在老师解释新话题时做笔记。
idiom

tighten the belt

减少开支；因为经济困难而节省开销
Meaning
to reduce spending; to save money due to financial constraints
Example
In tough economic times, businesses must **tighten the belt** to survive.
在经济困难时期，公司必须勒紧裤腰带以维持生存。
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turn into

变成不同的东西
Meaning
to become something different
Example
Over time, the small shop **turned into** a large supermarket.
随着时间的推移，小店**变成了**一个大超市。
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tune out from

停止关注压力的事情；精神上脱离
Meaning
to stop paying attention to stressful things; to mentally disconnect
Example
I sometimes **tune out from** work emails on weekends to recharge.
有时我在周末会停止关注工作邮件，来充电。
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take up a new habit

开始定期做某事作为一种习惯或例行公事
Meaning
to start doing something regularly as a habit or routine
Example
She decided to **take up a new habit** of reading before bed.
她决定**养成一个新习惯**，就是睡前读书。
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team up across departments

与来自不同团队的人合作
Meaning
to collaborate with people from different teams
Example
We **team up across departments** to deliver the sustainability report.
我们**跨部门合作**以交付可持续发展报告。
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tune inward

将注意力集中在内心的感受或思维上
Meaning
to focus attention on your inner feelings or thoughts
Example
She took a few minutes each day to **tune inward** and reflect on her emotions.
她每天抽出几分钟时间，**调向内心**，并反思她的情感。
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team around

组织或聚集一群人以实现共同的目标
Meaning
to organize or gather a group of people for a common purpose
Example
We should **team around** this project to deliver the best results.
我们应该围绕这个项目组织团队，以取得最佳结果。
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turn to

向某人寻求建议或帮助
Meaning
to approach someone for advice or help
Example
When I need feedback, I usually **turn to** my supervisor.
当我需要反馈时，我通常会找我的上司。
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。
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tune into yourself

意识到自己的感受和需求
Meaning
to become aware of your feelings and needs
Example
He started meditating to **tune into himself** and find clarity.
他开始冥想，以便**调频到自己**，并找到清晰的思路。
idiom

The Midas touch

能让做的每件事都成功的能力。
Meaning
The ability to make money or succeed in everything one does.
Example
She seems to have **the Midas touch**—every project she starts becomes a success.
她似乎有米达斯之触——她开始的每个项目都变得很成功。
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take over

通过收购获得对另一家公司的控制权
Meaning
to gain control of another company through acquisition
Example
A multinational firm is planning to **take over** the local brand.
一家跨国公司计划收购当地品牌
idiom

throw a curveball

用意想不到的事情让某人感到惊讶
Meaning
to surprise someone with something unexpected
Example
The new policy really **threw us a curveball**.
新政策真的是让我们感到惊讶。
idiom

talk behind someone's back

在某人不在时说他坏话
Meaning
to say bad things about someone when they are not present
Example
I don’t like people who **talk behind my back**.
我不喜欢那些**在我背后说坏话**的人。
idiom

the story breaks

当新闻公开或首次报道时
Meaning
when news becomes public or is first reported
Example
When **the story broke**, everyone was shocked.
当**故事曝光**时，所有人都震惊了。
idiom

to be in the doghouse

陷入困境，尤其是与你在乎的人发生矛盾
Meaning
to be in trouble, especially with someone you care about
Example
After forgetting her birthday, he was definitely **in the doghouse**.
在忘记她的生日之后，他显然陷入了困境。
idiom

throw oneself at someone's mercy

请求原谅并希望得到善意
Meaning
to ask for forgiveness and hope for kindness
Example
She **threw herself at the teacher’s mercy** after missing the deadline.
她在错过截止日期后，**向老师请求宽恕**。
idiom

There's strength in numbers

一个更大的团体比个人更强。
Meaning
A larger group is stronger than an individual.
Example
Together we can achieve more because **there's strength in numbers**.
我们可以做得更多，因为**团结就是力量**。
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talk through with

与某人一步一步地讨论某事
Meaning
to discuss something step by step with someone
Example
Let's **talk through with** the client before we give our recommendation.
在我们给出建议之前，先与客户讨论一下。