美剧中50句经典俚语完美解析
[size=3][color=darkslategray]1.Clear the air 消除误会[/color][/size][size=3][color=darkslategray] To settle a dispute and restore good relations[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: We had a meeting with the workers, and I think we’ve cleared the air now。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]2.Be in the air 将要发生的事情[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] The feeling or idea that something new is about to happen or is going to change。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: From the arguments going on at the meeting, it seems that a change in policy is in the air。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]3.A bad egg 缺乏道德的人[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Somebody who has no moral principles and should be avoided[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: You mustn’t lend Tim money, he’s a bad egg. You’ll never see him or your money again![/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]4.Cost an arm and a leg 极其昂贵[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be very expensive[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: I love that fur coat. However, I don’t think I’m going to buy it because it costs an arm and a leg。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]5.In the balance 未知的，不可预测的[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Said when the outcome of a situation is unknown or unpredictable[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: His career as a pilot is in the balance, as his eyesight does not seem good enough。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]6.In the Bag 稳操胜券[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Said of an achievement which is secure[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: We have the deal in the bag. The client came in this morning to sign the agreement。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]7.Drive a hard bargain 极力讨价还价[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To have the negotiating strength and skills to get the most advantageous price and conditions[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Amanda is negotiating the best price from the suppliers. She drives a hard bargain。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]8.Ring a bell 看上去或听起来非常熟悉[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To look, sound or seem familiar[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: That face rings a bell, where have I seen him before?[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]9.Tighten one’s belt 节衣缩食[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To cut down on spending because there is less income than before[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Now you are out of work, you’ll have to tighten your belt and give up buying new clothes and going out so often。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]10.Kill two birds with one stone 一石二鸟[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To complete two tasks together, with less effort than doing them separately[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Since I’d gone to the store to buy some bread, I thought ofkilling two birds with one stone and invited Mr. Biggs to the party。 [/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]11.Be in a black mood 情绪极差[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be so negative about everything that it is impossible for anyone to reason with him/her[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: My father has been in a black mood for days, we dare not say anything to him。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]12.Feeling blue 感到无精打采[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Feeling sad or depressed[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: She’s feeling blue, because the man she loves is far away。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]13.New blood 新成员[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] New people brought into an organization to introduce different and original ideas[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: It was decided to bring new blood into the school by employing teachers with the latest training。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]14.Get to the bottom of something 弄清真相[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To find out the truth about something[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: I’m trying to get to the bottom of why David left without saying goodbye。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]15.A piece of cake 轻松的事[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Something which is very easy to do[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Here…let me put the batteries in for you. It’s a piece of cake。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]16.Pay a call 拜访[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To visit somebody[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: As we’re in this neighborhood, we might as well pay the Jacksons a call, we haven’t seen them for ages。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]17.Round the clock 夜以继日的[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To do something continuously, without a break or pause[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The ambulance services worked round the clock hauling people trapped in the building to safety。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]18.By chance 偶然，意外的[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Unexpectedly; with no prior planning[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: By chance, I bumped into my wife in the shopping mall[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]19.Keep one’s cool 保持冷静[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To stay calm in a difficult situation[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: If the traffic is jamed, the only thing to do is keep your cool, or get out of the car and walk![/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]20.In a tight corner 处于困境[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] In an extremely difficult situation[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Whenever I get into a tight corner, I try to rely on quick thinking to get out of it。 [/color][/size]
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[size=3][color=darkslategray]21.Fall on deaf ears 不加理睬的，不听取[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Not to take any notice of what is said[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The city council’s order that garbage should be put in thebins fell on deaf ears; the sidewalks are still littered with trash![/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]22.Keep in the dark 隐瞒[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To keep something secret[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: We know my brother has a new girlfriend, but he's keeping her name in the dark。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]23.Take things easy 放轻松[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To relax[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: It's better for our health to take things easy than to worry about problems all the time。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]24.Catch one’s eye 吸引某人注意[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To attract somebody’s attention[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: A movement behind the curtain caught my eye I thought it was a burglar and rushed out of the room![/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]25.Eat like a horse 吃得很多[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To eat a lot; to have a very big appetite[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Fred eats like a horse. When I was a growing lad like him, I used to eat a lot, too。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]26.Turn a blind eye 。熟视无睹[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To ignore an action, even though one should do something about it[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Parents will spoil their children if they constantly turn a blind eye to their bad behavior。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]27.Have an eye for something 对某事(某物体)了解得非常清楚[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be very good at doing something, or have a great understanding of something。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: As a botanist, he has to describe and draw plants accurately, so he must have an eye for detail。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]28.Keep an eye on 照看， 密切注视[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To watch carefully; to look after[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Keep an eye on my purse I'm just going to the bathroom。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]29.Lose face 丢脸[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To have one's reputation spoiled; to be embarrassed[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The large drug houses have lost face, because smaller companies are selling similar products at a cheaper price![/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]30.Lead the field 处于领头地位[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be the most successful person or group in an activity[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: For decades, the House of Dior led the field in elegant fashion design [/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]31.Get out of hand 失去控制[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be out of control[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The problem of suicide bombings is getting out of hand; there seems to be no way to stop them。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]32.Give a hand 提供帮助[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To help somebody with something[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Please give me a hand and hold this board while I paint it。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]33.Learn by heart 牢记[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To memorize something; to have learned something word for word or very precisely。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: At school we often learned Shakespeare’s sonnets by heart and recited them in front of the class。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]34.On hold 尚未办理的事情[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Something set aside and waiting to be dealt with[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Our vacation plans are on hold right now; because my Dad’s just been admitted to hospital with a stomach ulcer。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]35.A dark horse 出乎意料的嬴家[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] An unexpected winner。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: A dark horse in this year’s basketball cup was Japan![/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]36.The bottom line 本质内容[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] The most essential part of something[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: We’ve talked a lot about taxation and immigration, but the bottom line is that we have to create more jobs。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]37.Live it up 狂欢一场[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To enjoy a high standard of living and lead a carefree life[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The neighbors having been living it up ever since they won the sweepstakes。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]38.Bear in mind 记住[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To remember something which can be of help in the future。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Before you start your perspective drawing, bear in mind you should first establish a vanishing point。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]39.Look forward to 期待着[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To relish some future prospect; to eagerly await meeting somebody。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: You can tell Jake is looking forward to his vacation hekeeps telling us how many days there are left until he finishescollege。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]40.Have a mind to 想做某事， 计划做某事[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be decided on ; to intend to[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The service in our hotel was terrible. I have a mind to write a letter of complaint。 [/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]41.Be in the mood 想要做某事[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To feel like doing something[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: She is not in the mood for playing cards and says she should really be preparing her lecture notes。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]42.Over the moon 欣喜若狂[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Extremely happy[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: She’s over the moon about her promotion she really wasn’t expecting it。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]43.Over and above 除…这外， 额外的[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] In addition to[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Over and above our salary, we are getting a large bonus, because business has been very profitable this year。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]44.Get a move on 赶快[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To hurry up[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: Get a move on! The train is about to leave。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]45.Get the picture 了解某事[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To understand something, to grasp some meaning[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: When they started cutting back and laying people off at work, I got the picture and starting looking for another job。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]46.Keep somebody posted 传达消息[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To regularly give somebody up-to-date information or details of the progress being made。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: I phoned in at the end of each working day to keep my boss posted about developments at the trade conference。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]47.Be out of pocket 花光了钱的[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To be without money[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: He’s complaining because he spent all of his money on slot machines and now he’s out of pocket。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]48.Lose track of 失去消息,失去线索[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] To lose contact with somebody to not know where something is[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: I lost track of Fran when she moved to Boston. I’ve even tried to locate her on the Internet。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]49.On a shoestring 生活拮据[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] In a thrifty manner; with costs or spending down to a bare minimum[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: She lives on a shoestring she gets a tiny pension and has to budget very tightly。[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray]50.In the long run 最终，最后[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Over a long period of time, once a process has matured[/color][/size]
[size=3][color=darkslategray] Example: The grocery store is making a loss right now. In the long run,however, we hope to achieve a situation of stable profit[/color][/size]
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[/color][/size] 这也是口语中常说的:qq49]
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