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ここでは、Insight Upper-Intermediateコースブックのユニット6 - 6Cからの語彙を見つけることができます。例えば"out of favor"、"out on a limb"などです。

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out of {one's} depth [句]

in a very nervous or frustrating state of mind in face of a problem or situation one knows very little or nothing about

Ex: He 's out of his depth in that advanced physics class .

out on a limb [句]

in a situation that involves a lot of risk and little support or evidence, especially one that arouses negative reactions in others

Ex: Taking the controversial stance , the politician found herself out on a limb with few supporters .

out of step with {sb/sth} [句]

having ideas or beliefs that are in conflict with those of other people

Ex: His conservative views on social issues put him out of step with the progressive majority in the community .

out of character [句]

said of something that is completely unexpected and does not resemble one's usual behavior

Ex: The way she panicked was out of character for such a normally calm person .

in {one's} element [句]

in a good mood because of enjoying what one does or being in a place or situation that one likes

Ex: She was in her element while leading the team discussion .

limelight [名詞]

脚光

Ex: His bold speech put him in the limelight overnight .

彼の大胆なスピーチは、一夜にして彼を注目の的にした。

in the offing [副詞]

間近に

Ex: With the project 's completion date nearing , a celebration is definitely in the offing .

プロジェクトの完成日が近づくにつれ、お祝いが間違いなく近づいている。

out of favor [句]

no longer popular, accepted, or supported by others

Ex: The politician 's controversial remarks caused him to fall out of favor with his constituents .