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ten to one
[短语]
extremely likely
Ex: The team's performance has been outstanding, so it's ten to one they'll secure the championship.
used to say that there is nothing to prevent someone or something from achieving success
Ex: Don't be afraid to dream big and set ambitious goals; remember that the sky is the limit.
before the opportunity to do or achieve something passes
Ex: Interest rates are low right now, so it's a good time to refinance your mortgage while the getting is good.
(of something good) to happen or become available to one
Ex: You never know what might come your way in life, so always be open to new experiences.
to be in the air
[短语]
to get the feeling that something is about to happen
Ex: "As the election day approaches, political tension is in the air.
used for saying if the worst possible or most difficult thing happens
Ex: We trust that our car won't break down, but if worst comes to worst, we have a roadside assistance plan.
storm is brewing
[句子]
used to say that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
Ex: The tension between the two countries suggests that a diplomatic storm is brewing.
used when a situation reaches a critical point and one must take action in order to deal with it
Ex: If push comes to shove in a crisis, leadership qualities become apparent.
to have a likelihood of success or achieving a desired outcome
Ex: Although the odds are against us, we still stand a chance of turning things around.
to be able to say or estimate what is about to happen in the future
Ex: She left a cryptic message in her text, and now I'm stuck reading the tea leaves, trying to decipher what she really meant.
on paper
[短语]
theoretically rather than practically
Ex: The travel itinerary is well-planned on paper, but we'll see how it works out during the trip.
something that will be troublesome or problematic in the near future
Ex: In the world of technology, staying ahead of the competition is essential to avoid any cloud on the horizon.
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