pattern

描述质量 - 地点与位置

探索关于地点和位置的英语习语,包括“ elbow room”和“ burst at the seams”。

review-disable

审查

flashcard-disable

闪卡

quiz-disable

测验

开始学习
English Idioms used to Describe Qualities
to [burst] at the seams

to be occupied by a large number of things

Ex: The cake was generously frosted, with layers of cream and filling, almost bursting at the seams with sweetness.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
(as|) straight as an arrow

completely direct and without any twists and deviations

Ex: The gymnast performed a flawless routine, executing each movement with precision and landing straight as an arrow.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
(out|) in the open

in an environment that is not enclosed

Ex: The garden party was held out in the open, with guests mingling on the spacious lawn.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
to [elbow] {one's} way

to forcefully make a path through a crowded or obstructed area

Ex: The politician elbowed his way through the crowd, shaking hands and engaging with supporters in a campaign rally.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
elbow room
elbow room
[名词]

enough space that enables people to move easily

活动空间, 足够的空间

活动空间, 足够的空间

Ex: The conference hall was filled to capacity , leaving attendees with limited elbow room, making it difficult to take notes or participate comfortably .会议厅挤满了人,留给与会者的**活动空间**有限,使得做笔记或舒适地参与变得困难。
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
in the middle of nowhere

in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people

Ex: The farmhouse was hidden in the middle of nowhere, providing a peaceful retreat from the noise and busyness of city life.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
neck of the woods

an area that is near a place in which someone resides

Ex: Our annual festival is a highlight of the year for everyone in this neck of the woods, bringing together residents from nearby towns and villages.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
room to swing a cat

a small or confined room with very limited space for movement

Ex: In the crowded marketplace, there was barely any room to swing a cat as people jostled past each other.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
nook and cranny

all possible places, particularly those that are out of sight or reach

Ex: The explorer ventured deep into the cave, shining a flashlight into the dark nooks and crannies to uncover hidden wonders.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
(packed|squashed) (in|) like sardines

without sufficient space for one to move freely

Ex: At the music festival, the crowd in front of the stage was packed in like sardines, creating an electric atmosphere.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
(stomping|stamping) ground

a familiar place or location, particularly one where someone often goes to or spends time in

Ex: The downtown area transforms into a vibrant stomping ground during the annual street festival, attracting visitors from far and wide.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
fresh out of {sw}

having just returned from a specific place

Ex: After the seminar, participants were fresh out of ideas for the project.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
(as|) (straight|stiff) as a ramrod

(of one's posture) in a straight and rigid position

Ex: The whole class sat in their chairs as stiff as ramrods during the principal's lecture.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
on all fours
on all fours
[短语]

to be down on one's hands and knees

Ex: After an exhausting race, the runner collapsed on all fours, trying to catch their breath and recover.
daily words
wordlist
关闭
登录
LanGeek
下载LanGeek应用程序