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ballpark figure

to bat a thousand

time out

left field

dirty pool

to even up the score

to field a call

to get to first base with something

to go to bat for somebody

10-

good sport

11-

heavyweight

12-

home run

13-

to jockey

14-

to kick off

15-

to make a pit stop

16-

neck and neck

17-

off base

18-

to pinch hit

19-

to pitch

20-

(right) off the bat

21-

right out of the chute

22-

to settle a score with somebody

23-

to strike out

24-

to tackle

25-

to take the wind out of one's sails

26-

the ball is in one's court

27-

to throw somebody a curveball

28-

a different ball game

ballpark figure

Cụm từ

/bˈɔːlpɑːɹk fˈɪɡjɚ ɔːɹ ˈɛstᵻmət/

Đóng

Đăng nhập

N/A

Informal

Specialized

the approximate value or amount of something

Ví dụ

Click on words

When asked about the cost of the home renovation, the contractor gave a ballpark figure of $20,000 to $25,000.

We need a ballpark estimate of how many attendees to expect at the conference to make appropriate arrangements.

to bat a thousand

Cụm từ

/bˈæt ɐ θˈaʊzənd/

N/A

to do very well

time out

Danh từ

/tˈaɪm ˈaʊt/

(nghỉ giữa trận)

thời gian nghỉ

a brief pause or interruption in an activity

left field

Danh từ

/lˈɛft fˈiːld/

(cánh trái)

vùng trái

(baseball) a position in the outfield responsible for covering the area between center field and the left foul line

What is "left field"?

Left field is a position in baseball or softball located in the outfield, to the left of the field when facing the batter. The player in this spot is responsible for catching balls hit to the left side of the field. They need to be quick and have a strong arm to throw the ball to other players, such as the shortstop or third baseman, in order to get runners out. Left fielders also help stop hits from reaching the boundary line for extra points.

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Danh Từ Ghép

dirty pool

Danh từ

/dˈɜːɾi pˈuːl/

(cách cư xử không đứng đắn)

hành vi không công bằng

conduct that is unfair or unethical or unsportsmanlike

to even up the score

Động từ

/ˈiːvən ˌʌp ðə skˈoːɹ/

(đưa tỷ số về ngang bằng)

cân bằng tỷ số

Informal

Specialized

to tie the game by scoring an equal number of points or runs as the opposing team

to field a call

Cụm từ

/fˈiːld ɐ kˈɔːl/

N/A

Collocation

Informal

to answer a phone call, especially in a professional or business context

to get to first base with something

Cụm từ

/ɡɛt tə fˈɜːst bˈeɪs wɪð ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

N/A

Informal

to achieve an initial level of success in dealing with a particular task, situation, challenge, etc.

What is the origin of the idiom "get to first base with something" and when to use it?

The idiom "get to first base with something" originated from the sport of baseball. The first base is the starting point, and a player must reach it in order to advance to the next bases. If a player reaches all four bases and returns to home plate, they score a run for their team. It is an idiom often used to describe initial progress or success in a project or endeavor.

to go to bat for somebody

Cụm từ

/ɡˌoʊ tə bˈæt fɔːɹ ˌɛsbˈiː/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

to support or defend someone, especially in a challenging situation

good sport

Danh từ

/ɡˈʊd spˈoːɹt/

(người dễ chịu)

người vui vẻ

Approving

Everyday expression

a person who is agreeable, easygoing, and handles situations, especially losses or failures, with grace and good humor

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Danh Từ Ghép

heavyweight

Danh từ

eɪ

(người có uy tín)

nhân vật quan trọng

a person of exceptional importance and reputation

home run

Danh từ

/hˈoʊm ɹˈʌn/

(cú homerun)

cú đánh nhà

a hit in baseball that occurs when a batter hits the ball and runs around all four bases, scoring a run for their team

What is a "home run"?

A home run in baseball or softball happens when a batter hits the ball out of the playing field's boundaries, typically over the outfield fence, without the ball touching the ground. This allows the batter to round all the bases and return to home plate, scoring a run for their team. A home run is one of the most exciting plays in the game and is often a result of powerful hitting. It can also occur if the ball is hit inside the field but the fielder drops or fails to catch it, allowing the batter to keep running and score.

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Danh Từ Ghép

to jockey

Động từ

(cạnh tranh)

vận động

compete (for an advantage or a position)

to kick off

Động từ

/kˈɪk ˈɔf/

(bắt đầu)

khởi động

to start, especially referring to an event or activity

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Trạng Thái Cụm Từ

inseparable

động từ của cụm từ

kick

phần từ của cụm từ

off

to make a pit stop

Cụm từ

/mˌeɪk ɐ pˈɪt stˈɑːp/

N/A

*** to visit a restroom

neck and neck

Cụm từ

/nˈɛk ænd nˈɛk/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

used when two or more participants in a race or competition are very close and have an equal chance of winning

What is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?

The idiom "neck and neck" likely originates from the world of horse racing, where it is crucial to measure the distances between horses at the finish line. When two horses are very close to each other, with their necks aligned, it signifies a close and competitive race with no clear leader. Over time, this horse racing terminology has been adopted into everyday language to describe any close competition or situation where two or more parties are evenly matched.

off base

Tính từ

/ˈɔf bˈeɪs/

(sai lầm)

không đúng

used to describe someone or something that is incorrect, mistaken, or not in line with the facts or the situation

to pinch hit

Động từ

/pˈɪntʃ hˈɪt/

(đảm nhiệm)

thay thế

to step in and take someone else's place, especially in an important or unexpected situation

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Trạng Thái Cụm Từ

inseparable

to pitch

Động từ

(quảng bá)

tiếp thị

to actively promote or advertise a product, service, event, or idea

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Vị ngữ chuyển tiếp

(right) off the bat

Cụm từ

/ɹˈaɪt ˈɔf ðə bˈæt/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

in an instant and with no delay

What is the origin of the idiom "off the bat" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom"off the bat" is rooted in baseball terminology. In baseball, when a batter hits the ball, it makes immediate contact with the bat and quickly flies off. This association of swift action and immediate response likely influenced the idiomatic usage of this expression to describe an action that is done without instantly and without any hesitation.

right out of the chute

Cụm từ

/ɹˈaɪt ˌaʊɾəv ðə ʃˈuːt/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

used to describe something happening immediately from the start or as soon as something begins

to settle a score with somebody

Cụm từ

/sˈɛɾəl ɐ skˈoːɹ wɪð ˌɛsbˈiː/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

to take revenge or get even with someone, often for a past wrongdoing

to strike out

Động từ

/stɹˈaɪk ˈaʊt/

(loại bỏ)

gạch tên

to eliminate someone or something from a list

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Trạng Thái Cụm Từ

separable

động từ của cụm từ

strike

phần từ của cụm từ

out

to tackle

Động từ

(xử lý)

giải quyết

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

Thông Tin Ngữ Pháp:

Vị ngữ chuyển tiếp

to take the wind out of one's sails

Cụm từ

/tˈeɪk ðə wˈɪnd ˌaʊɾəv wˈʌnz sˈeɪlz/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

to discourage or weaken someone’s confidence, momentum, or enthusiasm

the ball is in one's court

Câu

/ðə bˈɔːl ɪz ɪn wˈʌnz kˈoːɹt/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

used to tell someone that it depends on them to make a certain decision or to take a specified action

What is the origin of the idiom "the ball is in one's court" and when to use it?

The idiom "the ball is in one's court" has its origin in the world of sports, particularly in games like tennis and racquet sports. In these games, players take turns hitting a ball back and forth over a net. When the ball is in one player's court, it means it is their turn to make a move or take action. Figuratively, this expression is used to convey that someone is responsible for making a decision or taking action in a particular situation, and it implies that it is now their turn to respond or make their move.

to throw somebody a curveball

Cụm từ

/θɹˈoʊ ˌɛsbˈiː ɐ kˈɜːvɪbˌɔːl kˈɜːv/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

to introduce a surprising or unexpected element or challenge into a situation

What is the origin of the idiom "throw someone a curveball" and when to use it?

The idiom "throw someone a curveball" originates from baseball, where a curveball is a pitch that suddenly changes direction as it approaches the batter, making it challenging to predict and hit. This expression is often used when someone is faced with a situation that catches them off guard or requires them to adapt quickly.

a different ball game

Cụm từ

/ɐ dˈɪfɹənt nˈuː bˈɔːl ɡˈeɪm/

N/A

Idiom

Informal

a situation that is completely different from what one was previously dealing with

What is the origin of the idiom "a different ball game" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "a different ball game" is rooted in the sport of baseball. The phrase is derived from the idea that each game of baseball presents unique challenges, strategies, and outcomes. It is used figuratively to refer to a situation or circumstance that is significantly different from a previous one, requiring a fresh approach or mindset. The idiom emphasizes the idea of a distinct and separate situation, highlighting the need for adaptation and adjustment to the new set of circumstances.

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