社会、法律与政治 - Social Class

探索与社交阶层相关的英语习语，包括“蓝血”和“盐下”。

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English idioms related to Society, Law & Politics

upper crust

[名词]

the people that are of the highest class in a society

上流社会, 精英

Ex: Members of the upper crust are currently investing in luxury real estate .**上流社会**的成员目前正在投资豪华房地产。

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above the salt

[短语]

(of people) having a rank or position that is high or honorable

Ex: In the company of diplomats , only above the salt were invited to speak .

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airs and graces

[短语]

an exaggerated or artificial display of superiority or elegance

Ex: In the future, people will see through her airs and graces and recognize her true character.

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blue blood

[名词]

someone who is born in a family that is of noble rank or social prominence

蓝血, 贵族

Ex: In the world of fine arts , she was regarded as a blue blood, with her refined taste and discerning eye for masterpieces .在美术界，她被视为**贵族**，拥有精致的品味和对杰作的敏锐眼光。

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fair-haired boy

[短语]

a person who is favored or treated with special privilege, often by someone in a position of authority

Ex: In the coming years, a new fair-haired boy will emerge in the tech industry, capturing everyone's attention with groundbreaking innovations.

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born in the purple

[短语]

privileged by birth or family background

Ex: The coming decades will witness a shift in power as new figures born in the purple rise to prominence and shape the course of history.

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to be born with a silver spoon in one's mouth

[短语]

to be born into a wealthy or privileged family and having access to all the luxuries and comfort that comes with it

Ex: She may have been born with a silver spoon in her mouth, but she used her privilege to make a positive impact on society by starting a charity.

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silver spoon

[名词]

wealth that is inherited to one from a royal or very rich family

银勺子, 金遗产

Ex: Analysts believe the silver spoon from her hedge fund manager father will give Julia auspicious prospects in high finance .分析师认为，来自她对冲基金经理父亲的**银勺**将为茱莉亚在高端金融领域带来吉祥的前景。

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the chattering class

[名词]

intellectuals, commentators, or influencers who are frequently talking or writing about public issues and current events but who may lack practical experience or political power

喋喋不休的阶级, 空谈精英

Ex: Over the years, the chattering class has shaped public opinion and influenced political discourse.多年来，**喋喋不休的阶层**塑造了公众舆论并影响了政治话语。

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skid row

[名词]

a poor area in a town or city in which a lot of homeless or drunk people live

贫民窟, 贫困区

Ex: Efforts are currently underway to provide housing and support services to the homeless population in Skid Row.目前正在努力为**贫民窟**的无家可归者提供住房和支持服务。

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the right side of the tracks

[短语]

a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

Ex: The hope is that future generations will grow up in a society that values equal opportunities, regardless of which side of the tracks they come from.

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worm's eye view

[短语]

a perspective that emphasizes the view or situation of someone with lower status or authority

Ex: The leader 's ability to empathize with worm 's eye view of citizens contributed to his popularity among diverse demographics .

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plum in one's mouth

[短语]

a manner of speaking associated with wealth, social status, or formal education

Ex: As she continues her elocution lessons, she will refine her speech even further, speaking as if she has a plum in her mouth.

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below the salt

[短语]

(of people) having a status, position, or reputation that is low

Ex: He was treated as below the salt, not invited to the decision-making discussions .

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