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champagne socialist
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to get on one's soapbox
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friends in high places
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to climb the greasy pole
to plot
To plot
[ 动词 ]
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阴谋

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

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The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.
The criminals were arrested before they could fully plot their scheme.

语法信息:

及物动词
Outcry
[ 名词 ]
o
a
u
ʊ
t
t
c
k
r
r
y
(哀号)

(哀号)

抗议声

a loud, sustained noise or shout of disapproval, protest, or outrage

Revelation
[ 名词 ]
r
r
e
ɛ
v
v
e
ə
l
l
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(揭示)

(揭示)

启示

the act of making something known or revealed, particularly something surprising or previously unknown

Scandal
[ 名词 ]
s
s
c
k
a
æ
n
n
d
d
a
ə
l
l
( scandal(丑闻))

( scandal(丑闻))

丑闻

harmful and sensational gossip about someone's private life, often designed to shame or discredit them in public

political
Political
[ 形容词 ]
p
p
o
ə
l
l
i
ɪ
t
t
i
ə
c
k
a
ə
l
l
(政务的)

(政务的)

政治的

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

nonpolitical
Conspiracy
[ 名词 ]
c
k
o
ə
n
n
s
s
p
p
i
ɪ
r
r
a
ə
c
s
y
i
(密谋)

(密谋)

阴谋

a plan which is a secret and made by a group of people to do something illegal or to kill someone

Conspiracy theory
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/kənspɪɹəsi θiəɹi/
(阴谋理论)

(阴谋理论)

阴谋论

a belief or explanation that suggests a secret group or organization is responsible for an event, often involving illegal or dishonest activities

语法信息:

复合名词
Cover-up
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/ˈkəvɝˌəp/
(掩盖)

(掩盖)

隐瞒

an attempt to conceal something, often an illegal or unethical action or situation

to expose
To expose
[ 动词 ]
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
o
s
z
e
(使...暴露于危险)

(使...暴露于危险)

使...处于风险之中

to put someone or something in a position in which they are vulnerable or are at risk

语法信息:

及物动词
Libel
[ 名词 ]
l
l
i
b
b
e
ə
l
l
(中伤)

(中伤)

诽谤

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

Slander
[ 名词 ]
s
s
l
l
a
æ
n
n
d
d
e
ɜ
r
r
(造谣)

(造谣)

诽谤

a false and malicious statement made about someone with the intent to harm their reputation or character

to accuse
To accuse
[ 动词 ]
a
ə
cc
k
u
ju
s
z
e
(控诉)

(控诉)

指控

to say that a person or group has done something wrong

语法信息:

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to pay out
To pay out
[ 动词 ]
uk flag
/pˈeɪ ˈaʊt/
(赔偿)

(赔偿)

支付

to distribute money or funds, usually as a payment for something or as compensation for a loss or damage

Reputation
[ 名词 ]
r
r
e
ɛ
p
p
u
j
ə
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
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n
(名声)

(名声)

声誉

the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

disrepute
To emerge
[ 动词 ]
e
i
m
m
e
ɜ
r
r
g
ʤ
e
(浮现)

(浮现)

出现

to become apparent after a period of development, transformation, or investigation

语法信息:

不及物
to hack
To hack
[ 动词 ]
h
h
a
æ
ck
k
(黑客入侵)

(黑客入侵)

非法入侵

(computing) to illegally access a computer system, network, or online account in order to find, use, or change the information it contains

语法信息:

及物动词
To secure
[ 动词 ]
s
s
e
ɪ
c
k
u
r
r
e
(确保)

(确保)

获得

to reach or gain a particular thing, typically requiring significant amount of effort

语法信息:

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Scoop
[ 名词 ]
s
s
c
k
oo
u
p
p
(抢先报道)

(抢先报道)

独家新闻

a piece of news reported by a news agency sooner than other media channels or newspapers

What is a "scoop"?

A scoop is a news story that is reported before others, giving a particular news outlet or journalist exclusive coverage of an event or topic. It is often considered a significant achievement in journalism, as it provides the public with information that has not yet been widely reported. A scoop can involve breaking news, uncovering hidden facts, or offering a unique perspective on an issue. Journalists and media organizations compete to secure scoops, as they can attract attention, increase credibility, and enhance the reputation of the reporters and the publication.

to listen in
To listen in
[ 动词 ]
uk flag
/lˈɪsən ˈɪn/
(监听)

(监听)

偷听

to listen to a conversation or communication without participating

语法信息:

不及物
短语状态
inseparable
短语的动词
listen
短语的助词
in
To settle
[ 动词 ]
s
s
e
ɛ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e
(和解)

(和解)

解决

to resolve a legal dispute decisively or definitively, often in order to bring an end to it

语法信息:

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Lawsuit
[ 名词 ]
l
l
a
ɔ
w
s
s
ui
u
t
t
(诉请)

(诉请)

诉讼

a complaint or claim that someone brings to a law court for settlement

to obtain
To obtain
[ 动词 ]
o
ə
b
b
t
t
ai
n
n
(取得)

(取得)

获得

to get something, often with difficulty

语法信息:

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Inside information
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/ɪnsˈaɪd ˌɪnfɚmˈeɪʃən/
(内幕信息)

(内幕信息)

内部消息

information that is not yet publicly available, and is known only to a select group of people

语法信息:

复合名词
to face
To face
[ 动词 ]
f
f
a
c
s
e
(应对)

(应对)

面对

to deal with a given situation, especially an unpleasant one

avoid

语法信息:

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Allegation
[ 名词 ]
a
æ
ll
l
e
ə
g
g
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(控诉)

(控诉)

指控

an assertion of fact made by one party in a legal proceeding, which is not yet proved

to hamper
To hamper
[ 动词 ]
h
h
a
æ
m
m
p
p
e
ɜ
r
r
(阻碍)

(阻碍)

妨碍

to prevent something from moving or progressing

语法信息:

及物动词
Inquiry
[ 名词 ]
i
ɪ
n
n
q
k
u
w
i
r
r
y
i
(调查)

(调查)

查询

the process of seeking information or knowledge through investigation, exploration, or analysis

to issue
To issue
[ 动词 ]
i
ɪ
ss
ʃ
ue
u
(发布)

(发布)

发行

to make available for sale or distribution to the public

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apology
Apology
[ 名词 ]
a
ə
p
p
o
ɑ
l
l
o
ə
g
ʤ
y
i
(歉意)

(歉意)

道歉

something that a person says or writes that shows they regret what they did to someone

agreement
Agreement
[ 名词 ]
a
ə
g
g
r
r
ee
i
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
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(合同)

(合同)

协议

a promise, an arrangement, or a contract between two or more people

Approval
[ 名词 ]
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ə
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p
r
r
o
u
v
v
a
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l
l
(同意)

(同意)

批准

a formal agreement to something

disapproval
to accede to
To accede to
[ 动词 ]
uk flag
/ɐksˈiːd tuː/
(允诺)

(允诺)

同意

to agree to a request, proposal, or demand

语法信息:

短语状态
inseparable
短语的动词
accede
短语的助词
to
to concur
To concur
[ 动词 ]
c
k
o
ə
n
n
c
k
u
ɜ
r
r
(一致同意)

(一致同意)

同意

to express agreement with a particular opinion, statement, action, etc.

disagree

语法信息:

不及物
to condone
To condone
[ 动词 ]
c
k
o
ə
n
n
d
d
o
n
n
e
(纵容)

(纵容)

宽恕

to accept or forgive something that is commonly believed to be wrong

语法信息:

及物动词
To acquiesce
[ 动词 ]
a
æ
c
k
q
u
w
ie
s
s
c
e
(勉强同意)

(勉强同意)

默许

to reluctantly accept something without protest

dissent
to assent
To assent
[ 动词 ]
a
ə
ss
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t
(赞成)

(赞成)

同意

to agree to something, such as a suggestion, request, etc.

dissent

语法信息:

不及物
to comply
To comply
[ 动词 ]
c
k
o
ə
m
m
p
p
l
l
y
(服从)

(服从)

遵从

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

语法信息:

不及物
to endorse
To endorse
[ 动词 ]
e
ɛ
n
n
d
d
o
ɔ
r
r
s
s
e
(认可)

(认可)

支持

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

语法信息:

及物动词
euphemism
Euphemism
[ 名词 ]
eu
ju
ph
f
e
ə
m
m
i
ɪ
s
z
ə
m
m
(婉词)

(婉词)

委婉语

a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite

dysphemism
What is a "euphemism"?

A euphemism is a word or phrase used to replace a term that may be considered harsh, unpleasant, or offensive. It aims to soften the impact of the original term and make it more acceptable in conversation. For example, instead of saying "die," one might say "pass away." Euphemisms are often used in sensitive topics such as death, bodily functions, or discomforting situations. While they can help to convey a message in a gentler way, they may also obscure the truth or make communication less direct.

To expect
[ 动词 ]
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
e
ɛ
c
k
t
t
(预期)

(预期)

期待

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

语法信息:

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Economically
[ 副词 ]
e
ɛ
c
k
o
ə
n
n
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ll
l
y
i
(经济地)

(经济地)

在经济上

in a way that is related to economics

语法信息:

疑问副词
disadvantaged
Disadvantaged
[ 形容词 ]
d
d
i
ɪ
s
s
a
ə
d
d
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v
a
æ
n
n
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a
ɪ
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ʤ
e
d
d
(经济困难的)

(经济困难的)

处于不利环境的

(of a person or area) facing challenging circumstances, especially financially or socially

Thin on top
[ 短语 ]
uk flag
/θˈɪn ˌɑːn tˈɑːp/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

having less hair, particularly on the upper part of the head, often leading to baldness

What is the origin of the idiom "thin on top" and when to use it?

The idiom "thin on top" is derived from the observation that individuals who experience hair loss or a receding hairline tend to have less hair specifically on the top of their heads. It is typically used to describe someone who has a noticeable reduction in hair density on the crown or upper portion of their head. This phrase is often used in a descriptive or observational manner and is commonly associated with aging or male pattern baldness.

to let go
To let go
[ 动词 ]
uk flag
/lˈɛt ɡˈoʊ/
(辞退)

(辞退)

解雇

to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct

语法信息:

及物动词
Misinformation
[ 名词 ]
m
m
i
ɪ
s
s
i
ɪ
n
n
f
f
o
ɜ
r
r
m
m
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(误导信息)

(误导信息)

虚假信息

false or inaccurate information that is spread or communicated, often with the intention of deceiving or misleading others

Pre-owned
[ 形容词 ]
uk flag
/pɹˈiːˈoʊnd/
(先前拥有的)

(先前拥有的)

二手的

previously owned or used by someone else before being sold or resold, often in reference to goods such as cars, electronics, or clothing

restroom
Restroom
[ 名词 ]
r
r
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
r
r
oo
u
m
m
(洗手间)

(洗手间)

卫生间

a room in a public place with a toilet in it

spin doctor
Spin doctor
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/spˈɪn dˈɑːktɚ/
(宣传顾问)

(宣传顾问)

舆论操控者

Idiom

a person or group of people who are often employed by politicians, public figures, or the government in order to shape the public opinion in their favor

What is the origin of the idiom "spin doctor" and when to use it?

The idiom "spin doctor" is believed to have originated in the United States and its origins can be traced back to the field of public relations and the world of politics. It gained prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is used when discussing individuals or professionals who strategically manage information and communication to shape public opinion.

语法信息:

复合名词
Political correctness
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/pəlˈɪɾɪkəl kɚɹˈɛktnəs/
(政治正确性)

(政治正确性)

政治正确

the use of language, behavior, or policies that are intended to avoid offense or discrimination towards certain groups of people

political incorrectness

语法信息:

复合名词
Champagne socialist
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/ʃæmpˈeɪn sˈoʊʃəlˌɪst/
(奢侈社会主义者)

(奢侈社会主义者)

香槟社会主义者

used to describe a person who advocates for socialist policies but is perceived to live a luxurious or privileged lifestyle

语法信息:

复合名词
Hot potato
[ 名词 ]
uk flag
/hˈɑːt pətˈeɪɾoʊ/
(棘手问题)

(棘手问题)

烫手山芋

Idiom
Informal

a difficult or controversial issue or topic that is uncomfortable or risky to handle

What is the origin of the idiom "hot potato" and when to use it?

The idiom "hot potato" originated from the literal situation of a potato being hot and difficult to handle. It has evolved to describe any controversial, sensitive, or challenging issue or topic that is passed or transferred quickly from one person or group to another due to its complexity or potential for difficulty. The phrase is commonly used to emphasize the uncomfortable nature of dealing with a particular matter, often highlighting the desire of individuals or entities to avoid responsibility for it.

语法信息:

复合名词
To get on one's soapbox
[ 短语 ]
uk flag
/ɡɛt ˌɑːn wˈʌnz sˈoʊpbɑːks/
N/A

N/A

to express one's strong opinions or beliefs publicly and forcefully, often in a long and impassioned speech

friends in high places
Friends in high places
[ 短语 ]
uk flag
/fɹˈɛndz ɪn hˈaɪ plˈeɪsᵻz/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

one's acquaintances who possess great influence and are willing to help one get out of trouble or achieve what one desires

What is the origin of the idiom "friends in high places" and when to use it?

The origin of this idiom is thought to have originated in the Middle Ages. At that time, the nobility and clergy held a great deal of power, and people who had connections to them were able to succeed in life. The phrase "get ahead" means to make progress or achieve success. In this context, it refers to the ability of people with connections to the nobility and clergy to succeed in life. This is because these people had access to resources and opportunities that were not available to the general population.

to authorize
To authorize
[ 动词 ]
au
ɔ
th
θ
o
ɜ
r
r
i
z
z
e
(批准)

(批准)

授权

to officially give permission for a specific action, process, etc.

语法信息:

及物动词
To play politics
[ 短语 ]
uk flag
/plˈeɪ pˈɑːlətˌɪks/
N/A

N/A

to engage in activities or behaviors that are intended to gain or maintain power or advantage within a group or organization

To climb the greasy pole
[ 短语 ]
uk flag
/klˈaɪm ðə ɡɹˈiːzi pˈoʊl/
N/A

N/A

to advance in one's career or social status by using unfair or dishonest methods, often while competing with others who have similar goals

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