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to give life and energy to; animate 开始学习
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The workout invigorated her, leaving her feeling refreshed and energized.
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in a state of extreme physical or nervous fatigue and agitation 开始学习
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After the long hike, they were invigorated yet also exhausted.
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include or encompass something 开始学习
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The project will encompass various aspects of marketing and sales strategies.
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issue, release, or broadcast a product or message 开始学习
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The company plans to encompass a new advertising campaign next month.
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be engaged in a love affair, typically one of which the speaker disapproves 开始学习
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She was carrying on with young Adam despite her friends' disapproval.
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read (something), typically in a thorough or careful way 开始学习
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He carefully carried on the ancient manuscript, deciphering each character.
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make known (private or sensitive information) 开始学习
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The reporter refused to divulge the identity of her source.
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experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person 开始学习
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Watching the movie allowed her to experience vicarious excitement.
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play (a hole) in one stroke over par 开始学习
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He bogeyed the final hole, causing him to lose the match.
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a person who insists on a certain quality or type of behavior 开始学习
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He's a real stickler for punctuality.
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available for use at the discretion of the user 开始学习
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The manager has discretionary funds for unexpected expenses.
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investigate and solve or explain (something complicated or puzzling) 开始学习
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They unraveled the mystery behind the missing artifacts.
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live in discomfort with only basic necessities 开始学习
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During their camping trip, they had to rough it without electricity or running water.
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make or declare (something, typically a church) sacred; dedicate formally to a religious purpose 开始学习
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The bishop consecrated the new cathedral with a special ceremony.
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try hard to do or achieve something 开始学习
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She endeavored to learn a new language over the summer.
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The recent success bolstered their confidence in the project.
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the most important or noticeable features or qualities of something 开始学习
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The presentation highlighted the salient points of the proposal.
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to say something again, once or several times 开始学习
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The professor reiterated the importance of completing assignments on time.
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repeatedly ask (someone) to do something; pester 开始学习
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He badgered his parents to let him stay out later on weekends.
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very close emotionally and spend a great deal of time together 开始学习
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They've been friends since childhood and are practically joined at the hip.
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mentally and physically exhausted 开始学习
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After the long flight and busy schedule, she felt completely frazzled.
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looking slightly embarrassed because you feel foolish or have done something silly 开始学习
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He looked sheepish after spilling the drink at the party.
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happening and then stopping again 开始学习
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The project progressed in fits and starts due to unexpected delays.
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The children skipped gaily through the park, enjoying the sunshine.
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to save time, money or effort by not following the correct procedure or rules for doing something 开始学习
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They cut corners by skipping some safety checks, resulting in an accident later on.
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very impressed or surprised by something 开始学习
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She was bowled over by the stunning view from the mountaintop.
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Not large, solid, or strong. 开始学习
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Mars has an insubstantial atmosphere, consisting almost entirely of carbon dioxide. Her limbs were insubstantial, almost transparent. The argument he presented was insubstantial and lacked supporting evidence.
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Implementing this policy change will entail significant restructuring of our operations. The new project entails collaboration with several external partners.
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Explain in detail or in a very clear way. 开始学习
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Before proceeding, let me spell out the terms of our agreement. It's important to spell out your expectations from the beginning.
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Tough, independent, and spirited, often unexpectedly. 开始学习
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Despite her age, Grandma is quite feisty and always ready for an adventure. The team was impressed by the feisty determination of their youngest member.
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To dress oneself, especially in fine clothes. 开始学习
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She spent hours primping in front of the mirror before the party. He primped himself for the interview, making sure every detail was perfect.
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Said without checking details or facts. 开始学习
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She made an offhand comment about the project without knowing all the details. I can't answer that question offhand, but I'll find out for you.
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Fit tightly round an object so that the shape is visible. 开始学习
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The clay moulded easily into the desired shape. Her body moulded against his as they embraced.
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The team faced the relentless challenge of meeting tight deadlines. His relentless pursuit of excellence inspired everyone around him.
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A recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church. 开始学习
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The Presbyterian denomination has a strong presence in our community. She belongs to a small religious denomination that practices unique customs.
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Officially affirm or guarantee. 开始学习
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The manufacturer warrants this product against defects for one year. Can you warrant that this information is accurate?
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The main point of something. 开始学习
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Let me summarize the gist of our discussion. The gist of the article was that technology is changing the way we work.
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Influence or power, especially in politics or business. 开始学习
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She has enough clout within the organization to influence key decisions. The company's CEO carries considerable clout in industry circles.
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Leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing. 开始学习
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Sorry for the digression, let's get back to the main topic. He tends to digress during meetings, often sharing unrelated anecdotes.
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(Of an event) to be canceled or stopped due to rain. 开始学习
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The baseball game was rained out because of the storm.
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The concert was canceled on account of bad weather. He left work early on account of a family emergency.
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To care at all about someone or something. 开始学习
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She doesn't give a hoot about what others think of her. I don't give a hoot about politics.
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Finish, so that those attending can leave. 开始学习
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The movie let out late, so we missed the last bus home. School lets out at 3 p.m.
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In a way that shows unhappiness, disappointment, or hopelessness. 开始学习
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He looked at the rejection letter dejectedly.
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Deliberately vague way to gain more time. 开始学习
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The politician tried to stall for time during the interview. Stop stalling and give me a straight answer.
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Hide or move quietly because you do not want to be seen. 开始学习
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He was skulking in the shadows, trying to avoid detection.
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Intellectual or rarefied in taste. 开始学习
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The art exhibit attracted a highbrow crowd of scholars and critics. His taste in literature is quite highbrow, preferring classic works over popular fiction.
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An act of self-abasement or devotion to show sorrow or repentance. 开始学习
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As penance for his actions, he volunteered at a homeless shelter for a month.
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в затруднительном положении In a difficult, threatening, or embarrassing position; unable to solve a dilemma. 开始学习
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I'm in a bind because I have two conflicting appointments at the same time. They found themselves in a bind when their car broke down in the middle of nowhere.
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Cause to lose balance and fall down. 开始学习
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The strong wind toppled the tree in our backyard. The dictator's regime was toppled by a popular uprising.
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He told a harmless fib to avoid hurting her feelings. I caught my child telling a fib about finishing his homework.
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Spend time thinking carefully about a plan or proposal. 开始学习
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Let me mull over the offer before giving you an answer. She likes to mull over all her options before making a decision.
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An alcoholic drink containing whisky, crushed ice, sugar, and mint. 开始学习
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He enjoyed sipping a refreshing mint julep on a hot summer day.
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заставить себя находиться в тупике Create a predicament or problem with no good alternatives. 开始学习
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His reckless behavior boxed him into a corner, leaving him with few options.
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удивить неожиданным действием Surprise by doing something unexpected. 开始学习
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The interviewer threw a curve ball by asking an unexpected question.
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He's known for welshing on his debts, which has damaged his reputation.
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A feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen. 开始学习
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She approached the dark forest with trepidation.
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He flubbed his lines during the performance.
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Lacking energy or enthusiasm. 开始学习
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After the long hike, she felt listless and unmotivated.
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Feeling profound hopelessness or dejection. 开始学习
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He became despondent after losing his job.
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Put warm clothes on oneself or someone else. 开始学习
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It's chilly outside—make sure to bundle up before you go.
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Become less impressive, attractive, or exciting over time. 开始学习
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The once-vibrant neighborhood has lost its luster due to neglect.
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Voluntarily leave a situation or place, often due to feeling unwelcome or uncomfortable. 开始学习
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Feeling ignored at the party, she decided to show herself to the door.
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Hit with a sharp slapping blow, usually with an instrument. 开始学习
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She swatted the mosquito buzzing around her head.
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Severe disrepair, especially of a house or vehicle. 开始学习
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They lived in a ramshackle cabin in the woods.
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A feeling of intense irritation or annoyance. 开始学习
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His constant lateness caused exasperation among his colleagues.
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Extend across (a period of time or a range of subjects). 开始学习
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"Their interests span almost all the conventional disciplines."
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Complete; used to emphasize the magnitude or extent of something. 开始学习
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"The possible answers to those questions were painful to consider, and through sheer force of will she pushed them from her mind."
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A muffled thudding sound; to make a deep thudding sound. 开始学习
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"She felt the wheels leave the surface of the asphalt, felt the whump as the car slammed to the earth again."
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"Listen, don’t try to talk. You’re pretty banged up."
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Bent or distorted out of its normal shape. 开始学习
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"His mouth contorted just a little, almost sluggishly, then he shook his head."
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Lacking a coherent sequence or connection. 开始学习
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"Piecing together disjointed fragments of information."
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The part of the body in which people say they feel fear or nervousness. 开始学习
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"I got a sick feeling/a knot in the pit of my stomach when the news of the attack was announced."
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An unexpected possibility or opportunity. 开始学习
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"Joan phoned at noon on the off chance that he'd be home."
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Becoming less intense or severe. 开始学习
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"The rain's letting up—it'll be clear soon."
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A small space created by setting part of a wall back from the rest. 开始学习
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"A table set into a recess."
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A person or thing regarded as useless or unable to cope. 开始学习
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"Do that for a couple of days and you become a blithering basket case."
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A country or organization that is in severe financial or economic difficulties. 开始学习
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"Sudden meltdowns—such as the financial crisis—can turn flourishing countries into basket cases overnight."
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In a weak and unsteady way, as if you are tired or ill. 开始学习
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"He sat up groggily and rubbed his throbbing head."
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Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning. 开始学习
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"An inadvertent administrative error occurred that resulted in an overpayment."
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Mentally confused, upset, or exhausted as a result of a highly stressful or disturbing event or experience. 开始学习
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"Denise looked shell-shocked: pale and exhausted, her eyes red and glassy."
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To tend to meet at a point. 开始学习
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"A pair of lines of longitude are parallel at the equator but converge toward the poles."
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To persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery. 开始学习
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"He hoped to cajole her into selling the house."
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The language or dialect spoken by ordinary people in a particular country or region. 开始学习
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"He wrote in the vernacular to reach a larger audience."
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To speak in a slow, lazy way with prolonged vowel sounds. 开始学习
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"‘Suits me fine,’ he drawled."
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Completely; to the maximum degree. 开始学习
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"The house was mortgaged up to the hilt."
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Directly from the original or most authoritative source. 开始学习
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"I heard it from the horse's mouth that the project is on hold."
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To focus closely or aim carefully at something. 开始学习
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"He drew a bead on the target with his rifle."
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To cause something to disappear or remove something unpleasant from your thoughts. 开始学习
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"A dark cloud blotted out the sun."
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To bid less than (another bid) or less than the bid of (another bidder), especially in seeking a contract to be awarded to the lowest bid or bidder. 开始学习
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To end or fail in a weak or disappointing way. 开始学习
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"Their threatened revolt fizzled out at yesterday's meeting."
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Looking backward, reflecting on the past. 开始学习
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"In retrospect, he regarded his move as the best thing he'd ever done."
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A low, continuous sound like that of a rapidly moving object. 开始学习
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"The whir and rattle were rhythmic, and she fell asleep within minutes."
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A very early or late time of day. 开始学习
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складываться, иметь смысл To make sense; to be logical or consistent. 开始学习
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"Two arms, two bags, two handles on the bike—it just didn’t add up."
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To knock someone to the ground by running into them; to surprise and please someone greatly. 开始学习
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"He almost bowled Kyle over before catching his balance."
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To make skin sore by rubbing; to become sore from rubbing. 开始学习
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"The bracelet was so tight that it started to chafe my wrist."
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A declaration or confirmation that someone is healthy or that something is in good condition. 开始学习
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"A survey gave the property a clean bill of health."
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To pay (a particular amount of money) for something. 开始学习
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"You could be asked to pony up hundreds of dollars for a replacement."
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To search uncertainly for (a word or answer) in one's mind. 开始学习
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"She was groping for the words which would express what she thought."
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"Denise turned her attention to him, still flummoxed."
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To move around an area without seeming to be going anywhere in particular. 开始学习
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"The people were milling around, waiting for the show to begin."
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To throw or hit (a ball or missile) in a high arc. 开始学习
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"He lobbed the ball over their heads."
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An excellent or exemplary piece of something. 开始学习
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"The house is a showpiece of colonial architecture."
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