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to lie in wait
[短语]
(of something bad) to be about to happen to one
Ex: She had a nagging feeling that failure was lying in wait for her if she didn't prepare adequately.
used to refer to the possibility of something happening or being true
Ex: On the off-chance that the restaurant has an opening, we didn't make a reservation.
safe bet
[名词]
a thing that is extremely likely to be true or happen
稳妥的选择, 安全的投资
Ex: Opting for the classic black suit is a good bet for a formal event.选择经典的黑色西装是正式活动的**安全赌注**。
to have a high chance of happening or being true
Ex: The way they handle their finances , 's in the cards that they 'll save for their dream vacation .
down to earth
[短语]
according to what is real or can be done
Ex: The success of the business was attributed to their down-to-earth, customer-centric approach.
to be very close or likely to achieve something, particularly something very good or desirable
Ex: After years of dedication, he's in line for a well-deserved recognition.
fat chance
[名词]
used to say that one doubts that something can ever happen or be true
没门儿, 做梦
Ex: Fat chance he 'll admit he was wrong ; he 's too stubborn .**没门儿**他会承认他错了；他太固执了。
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