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sick and tired
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trial and error
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fish and chips
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bright and early
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peace and quiet
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pros and cons
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safe and sound
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word for word
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sooner or later
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more or less
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step by step
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beauty
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dedication
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maturity
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style
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success
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vision
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comical
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dramatic
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flowing
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lifelike
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moving
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original
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romantic
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cutting-edge
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family-oriented
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little-known
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sick and tired
sick and tired
短语
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/sˈɪk ænd tˈaɪɚd/
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Idiom
Informal

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

What is the origin of the idiom "sick and tired" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "sick and tired" can be traced back to the 16th century. The word "sick" in this context means weary or fed up, while "tired" means exhausted or fatigued. This idiom is used in various contexts to express profound frustration or weariness with a particular situation, person, or ongoing circumstances. This idiomatic expression is commonly used in personal conversations, informal settings, and even in written or spoken expressions of discontent.

trial and error
短语
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/tɹˈaɪəl ænd ˈɛɹɚ/
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the process of testing a method, an idea, etc. in several ways to achieve the desired outcome

fish and chips
fish and chips
短语
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/fˈɪʃ ænd tʃˈɪps/
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a dish of fried fish served with chips

What is "fish and chips"?

Fish and chips is a classic British dish that consists of deep-fried fish and potatoes. The fish is usually battered and deep-fried until golden brown, then served with a side of deep-fried potatoes. The dish is usually served with a side of tartar sauce or malt vinegar, and is often garnished with fresh herbs, such as parsley or mint. Fish and chips is a popular dish throughout the United Kingdom, and is often served as a main course. Fish and chips is a popular vegan and gluten-free option.

bright and early
bright and early
短语
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/bɹˈaɪt ænd ˈɜːli/
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Idiom
Informal

at an hour of the morning that is really early

What is the origin of the idiom "bright and early" and when to use it?

The exact origin of the idiom "bright and early" is unclear, but it has been in use since at least the early 19th century. The phrase combines the words "bright" and "early" to convey the idea of starting a task or activity at the first light of day, when the sky is brightening. It is often employed in everyday conversations, informal writing, and even in more formal or professional settings.

peace and quiet
短语
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/pˈiːs ænd kwˈaɪət/
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a state or situation that is free from disturbance, noise, or any kind of interruption or disruption, typically characterized by calmness, serenity, and tranquility

pros and cons
短语
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/pɹˈoʊz ænd kˈɑːnz/
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Collocation

the positive and negative elements, arguments, outcomes, etc. of something

safe and sound
safe and sound
短语
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/sˈeɪf ænd sˈaʊnd/
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Idiom

not damaged or injured in any way

What is the origin of the idiom "safe and sound" and when to use it?

The idiom "safe and sound" has its origin in Middle English. This phrase is often used to express relief or reassurance after a potentially risky or dangerous situation, such as returning home from a journey or finding something or someone thought to be lost. It can also be used metaphorically to convey emotional well-being or security.

word for word
短语
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/wˈɜːd fɔːɹ wˈɜːd/
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Idiom

as it was originally spoken or written, without any changes or omissions

sooner or later
短语
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/sˈuːnɚɹ ɔːɹ lˈeɪɾɚ/
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eventually, particularly after a long delay or dispute

more or less
短语
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/mˈoːɹ ɔːɹ lˈɛs/
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used to indicate a rough estimate without precise measurements or exact figures

step by step
副词
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/stˈɛp baɪ stˈɛp/
(一步一步地)

(一步一步地)

逐步

(of a task or process) in a way that moves on to the next task or process after completing the previous one

beauty
beauty
名词
b
b
eau
ju
t
t
y
i
(优美)

(优美)

美丽

the quality of being attractive or pleasing, particularly to the eye

ugliness
dedication
名词
d
d
e
ɛ
d
d
i
ə
c
k
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(专注)

(专注)

奉献

time and effort that a person persistently puts into something that they value, such as a job or goal

maturity
名词
m
m
a
ə
t
ʧ
u
ʊ
r
r
i
ɪ
t
t
y
i
(理智)

(理智)

成熟

the state and quality of being mentally and behaviorally rational and sensible

immaturity
style
名词
s
s
t
t
y
l
l
e
(样式)

(样式)

风格

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

success
success
名词
s
s
u
ə
c
k
c
s
e
ɛ
ss
s
(成就)

(成就)

成功

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

failure
vision
名词
v
v
i
ɪ
s
ʒ
io
ə
n
n
(展望)

(展望)

愿景

a mental image of what one wants or hopes to achieve in the future

comical
comical
形容词
c
k
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ə
l
l
(可笑的)

(可笑的)

滑稽的

causing laughter or amusement because of being funny or ridiculous

dramatic
dramatic
形容词
d
d
r
r
a
ə
m
m
a
æ
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
(戏剧性的)

(戏剧性的)

戏剧的

related to acting, plays, or the theater

undramatic
flowing
形容词
f
f
l
l
o
oʊɪ
w
i
n
n
g
g
(顺畅的)

(顺畅的)

流畅的

smooth and continuous without interruption

lifelike
形容词
l
l
i
f
f
e
l
l
i
k
k
e
(逼真的)

(逼真的)

栩栩如生的

having the appearance or qualities that closely resemble or imitate real life

moving
形容词
m
m
o
u
v
v
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
(动人的)

(动人的)

感人

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

unmoving
original
形容词
o
ɜ
r
r
i
ɪ
g
ʤ
i
ə
n
n
a
ə
l
l
(最初的)

(最初的)

原始的

existing at the start of a specific period or process

romantic
形容词
r
r
o
m
m
a
æ
n
n
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
(浪漫主义的)

(浪漫主义的)

浪漫的

related to a cultural and artistic movement characterized by an emphasis on emotion, individualism, and appreciation of nature

cutting-edge
cutting-edge
形容词
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/ˈkʌtɪŋ ˈɛʤ/
(前沿的)

(前沿的)

尖端的

having the latest and most advanced features or design

family-oriented
形容词
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/fˈæmɪliˈoːɹiəntᵻd/
(注重家庭的)

(注重家庭的)

以家庭为中心的

focused on family values, activities, or relationships

little-known
形容词
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/lˈɪtəlnˈoʊn/
(鲜为人知的)

(鲜为人知的)

不太为人知的

not widely or generally recognized

open-air
形容词
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/ˈoʊpənˈɛɹ/
(户外的)

(户外的)

露天的

(of an area or space) situated outside and is not covered or enclosed in any way

world-famous
world-famous
形容词
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/wˈɜːldfˈeɪməs/
(享誉全球的)

(享誉全球的)

世界著名的

widely known and recognized around the world

black-and-white
black-and-white
形容词
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/blˈækændwˈaɪt/
(黑白色的)

(黑白色的)

黑白的

(of a motion picture, photograph, etc.) showing only black, white, and gray colors

color

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