Tiếng Anh và Kiến Thức Thế Giới cho ACT - Thành ngữ hữu ích

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to [know] better [Cụm từ]

to be wise enough to avoid certain behaviors or thoughts

Ex: She knew better than to go sailing in stormy weather .

to [jump] the gun [Cụm từ]

to do something too earlier than its right time

Ex: She jumped the gun and started celebrating before realizing she had n't actually won the competition .

to [broaden|expand|widen] {one's} (horizons|mind) [Cụm từ]

to expand one's knowledge, experiences, or perspectives, often by exploring new places, ideas, or cultures, with the aim of gaining a broader understanding of the world

Ex: Reading books from various genres and authors is an excellent way to expand your mind and broaden your literary horizons .

to [shed] light on {sth} [Cụm từ]

to provide clarification, understanding, or insight into a topic, situation, or problem

Ex: Her research findings shed light on the complexities of human behavior in stressful situations .

a far cry from {sth} [Cụm từ]

a significant difference between two things, often in a disappointing or unfavorable way

Ex: The new employee 's performance was a far cry from the impressive qualifications listed on their resume .

bent on [Tính từ]

quyết tâm

to [hold] {one's} tongue [Cụm từ]

to refrain from speaking or expressing one's thoughts or opinions

Ex: It took all of his willpower to hold his tongue when he heard the offensive remarks .

to [scratch|scrape] the surface [Cụm từ]

to fail to deal with all aspects of a problem, topic, etc.

Ex: The report provides a brief overview , but it merely scratches the surface of the issue without addressing its underlying causes .

to [pave] the way (for|to) {sth} [Cụm từ]

to create a situation in which it is easier for one to do something or for something to happen

Ex: This discovery paved the way to major scientific breakthroughs .

neck of the woods [Cụm từ]

an area that is near a place in which someone resides

Ex: The new bookstore is a great addition to our neck of the woods , providing a gathering place for book lovers .

on the lookout for {sb/sth} [Cụm từ]

constantly paying attention to a person or thing to prevent a problem, danger, etc.

Ex:

to [have] it both ways [Cụm từ]

to benefit from two opposing or contradictory situations or options at the same time

Ex:

free rein [Danh từ]

tự do hoàn toàn

Ex: The teacher granted the students free rein to choose their own research topics , fostering their creativity and individual interests .

Giáo viên đã cho học sinh tự do hoàn toàn để chọn chủ đề nghiên cứu của riêng mình, thúc đẩy sự sáng tạo và sở thích cá nhân của họ.

to [lend] itself to {sth} [Cụm từ]

to naturally fit or suit a particular use or situation

Ex: The new software interface is designed to lend itself to intuitive navigation .

the rest is history [Câu]

used to indicate that after a key event, the following developments are well-known or self-explanatory

Ex: She auditioned for the lead role in the musical , and the rest is history — she became a Broadway star .

to [take] a back seat [Cụm từ]

to accept a less important, less visible, or secondary role compared to someone else

Ex: In group projects , some members naturally take a back seat while others lead .

to [fall] on hard times [Cụm từ]

to experience a period of financial or personal difficulty

Ex: The company fell on hard times when the market crashed .

dead set [Cụm từ]

firmly determined and focused on the task at hand

Ex:

fork in the road [Cụm từ]

a point in a person's life or a situation where they must make a critical decision or choose between two different options or paths

Ex: After years of indecision , he finally reached a fork in the road and had to choose between staying in his hometown or moving to pursue new opportunities .

out of favor [Cụm từ]

no longer popular, accepted, or supported by others

Ex: Once a fashion trendsetter , the style quickly went out of favor as new trends emerged .

to [wring] {one's} hands [Cụm từ]

to twist and rub one's hands together out of distress or worry

Ex: The politician wrung his hands helplessly as the country 's economy crumbled .

to [have|get] {one's} (own|) way [Cụm từ]

to get or do what one wants despite the odds or other people's desires

Ex: Lily was known for her strong will and persuasive abilities , which often resulted in her getting her way during important decision-making processes .

to [make] the most (out|) of {sth} [Cụm từ]

to enjoy or use something as much or as often as one can

Ex: Jane wanted to make the most of her college experience , so she joined multiple clubs and took on leadership roles .

to [carry] a tune [Cụm từ]

to produce correct musical sounds by one's voive voice

Ex: I wish I could carry a tune like he does ; he 's a fantastic singer .

grist to the mill [Cụm từ]

something that proves useful or valuable for a given purpose

Ex:

out of {one's} shell [Cụm từ]

used to refer to someone who has become more comfortable or confident in conversing with people

Ex:

final frontier [Cụm từ]

the limits of human knowledge or understanding, representing areas that remain unknown or unexplored

Ex: Exploring the depths of the ocean presents the final frontier for marine biologists .

out of nowhere [Trạng từ]

từ hư không

Ex: The storm hit us out of nowhere , catching everyone off guard .

Cơn bão ập đến bất ngờ, khiến mọi người không kịp trở tay.

to [tickle] {one's} fancy [Cụm từ]

to appeal to someone's particular interests or preferences

Ex: The prospect of trying out new recipes in the kitchen always tickles her fancy .

out of the loop [Cụm từ]

not being aware of recent information about something

Ex: She 's out of the loop when it comes to the latest office gossip .

to [breathe] a sigh of relief [Cụm từ]

to feel relief or relaxation because a period of worry, stress, or anticipation has passed

Ex: When the test results came back negative , she breathed a sigh of relief .

to [burst] at the seams [Cụm từ]

to be occupied by a large number of things

Ex: The theater was filled to capacity , with the audience spilling into the aisles , making it seem like the place was bursting at the seams .

under the radar [Cụm từ]

in a way that goes unnoticed or avoids attracting any attention

Ex: Despite being a talented player , she preferred to keep her skills under the radar and surprise opponents during competitions .

to [break] even [Cụm từ]

to reach a point where gains equal losses, resulting in a balance

Ex: The restaurant aimed to break even after a slow month of sales .

at odds [Cụm từ]

(with reference to two things) in contrast to each other instead of correspondence

Ex: The company 's financial goals were at odds with the employees ' demands for higher wages .

to [take] advantage of {sth} [Cụm từ]

to use something for personal gain in an unfair or dishonest manner

Ex: It 's important to be cautious and avoid individuals who may try to take advantage of your trust .

face value [Danh từ]

giá trị danh nghĩa

Ex:

Mệnh giá của vé là 50 đô la, nhưng nó đã được bán với giá cao hơn nhiều.

flip side [Cụm từ]

the opposite or contrasting aspect of a situation, idea, or argument

Ex: On the flip side of success is often the struggle and hard work that went into achieving it.

to [drag] {one's} name through the (mud|mire) [Cụm từ]

to make unfavorable remarks about someone

Ex: They dragged his name through the mire by accusing him of a crime he did n't commit .

to [be] out on {one's} ear [Cụm từ]

to be dismissed or expelled from a place, job, or position

Ex: She never imagined that a simple misunderstanding would lead to her being out on her ear .

to [go] through the motions [Cụm từ]

to do something without real interest, feeling, or effort

Ex: The employee was disengaged and simply went through the motions at work , lacking enthusiasm or passion for their tasks .

to [make] inroads (into|on) {sth} [Cụm từ]

to have a significant impact or influence on something

Ex: Foreign car manufacturers have made inroads into the European market .

turning point [Danh từ]

bước ngoặt

Ex: They are currently experiencing a turning point in their business as they expand into new markets .

Họ hiện đang trải qua một bước ngoặt trong kinh doanh khi mở rộng sang các thị trường mới.

to [take] it for granted [Cụm từ]

to assume without question that something is true

Ex: I did n't realize that Melanie had n't been to college - I suppose I just took it for granted .

in {one's} shoes [Cụm từ]

in a similar or identical situation to someone else, particularly a difficult or unpleasant one

Ex: I ca n't truly comprehend the stress of his job until I 've been in his shoes and experienced the daily demands firsthand .

quirk of fate [Cụm từ]

an unexpected or unusual occurrence or event that alters the course of events

Ex: It was a quirk of fate that they missed their flight , but it led them to discover a hidden gem of a restaurant in the airport .

Tiếng Anh và Kiến Thức Thế Giới cho ACT
Ý nghĩa không thường xuyên	Ý nghĩa hình tượng	Động từ cụm thể cụ thể	Động từ cụm từ trừu tượng
Cụm từ hữu ích	Thành ngữ hữu ích	Từ chuyển tiếp	Tăng cường và Giảm nhẹ
People	Chức danh nghề nghiệp và xã hội	Vai trò tạm thời và tương đối	Phẩm chất và ngoại hình con người
Thế giới Tự nhiên	Đất và Nước	Thế giới vật chất	Đồ vật hàng ngày
Đối Tượng Kỹ Thuật	Đặc điểm vật lý	Hình dáng và kết cấu	Âm thanh và kích thước
Movement	Chuyển động của con người	Placement