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used to describe something or someone disappearing completely, often unexpectedly or without a trace, as if vanishing from existence

Ex: The rare species has been wiped off the face of the earth due to deforestation.
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to break
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to tell someone some important news, often bad news

告知, 透露

告知, 透露

Ex: She had to break the difficult news of their pet's passing to her children.她不得不向孩子们**宣布**他们宠物去世的悲痛消息。
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to examine something to confirm its quality and accuracy

检查, 监督

检查, 监督

Ex: She routinely checks up on the quality of the products .她定期**检查**产品的质量。
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to finally reveal or admit the truth about something

Ex: In the therapy session, she came clean about her struggles with addiction, seeking guidance and support in her journey to recovery.
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to come to
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to regain consciousness or awaken after being unconscious or asleep

恢复意识, 醒来

恢复意识, 醒来

Ex: He was in a deep sleep but suddenly came to when he heard a loud noise .他正在熟睡,但突然听到一声巨响就**醒了过来**。
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extremely unwell or tired

Ex: When he came down with the flu, Mark appeared at the meeting like death warmed over, with dark circles under his eyes and a pale complexion.
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a situation in which one gets affected by two unpleasant or unfortunate events that happen at once

双重打击, 双重灾难

双重打击, 双重灾难

Ex: They have been hit with a double whammy of a natural disaster and an economic recession .他们遭受了自然灾害和经济衰退的**双重打击**。
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to drag on
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to continue for an extended or tedious period, often with no clear resolution or conclusion

拖延, 无休止地进行

拖延, 无休止地进行

Ex: The winter months can feel like they drag on when waiting for the arrival of warmer weather .在等待温暖天气到来时,冬季的月份可能会感觉**拖得很长**。
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fling
[名词]

a brief, casual, or uncommitted romantic or sexual relationship, often without long-term intentions or emotional attachment

一段短暂的恋情, 露水情缘

一段短暂的恋情, 露水情缘

Ex: She had a fling in her early twenties , but it did n’t lead to anything serious .她在二十出头时有过一段**短暂恋情**,但并没有发展成什么严肃的关系。
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to get over
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to emotionally heal and move on from a romantic relationship that has ended

克服, 继续前进

克服, 继续前进

Ex: The breakup was painful , but eventually , she managed to get over him and thrive on her own .分手是痛苦的,但最终,她成功**放下**了他并独自茁壮成长。
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to directly tell a person a fact, usually one that is unpleasant

Ex: The teacher gave it to the students straight, providing constructive criticism and highlighting areas for improvement in their work.
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hello there
[感叹词]

used to greet someone or to capture their attention in a friendly manner

你好啊, 喂

你好啊, 喂

Ex: Hi there , nice weather we 're having , is n't it ?**你好啊**,天气不错,不是吗?
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to become someone's husband or wife during a special ceremony

Ex: Despite their families ' objections , they followed their hearts got hitched in a small , intimate ceremony at a local courthouse .
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at the peak or maximum level of performance, engagement, or energy

Ex: The party in full swing, and everyone is dancing and having a great time .
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used when something is done very soon or very fast

Ex: The kids devoured their snacks and finished their in no time at all after school .
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to knock up
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to cause a woman to become pregnant

使怀孕, 搞大肚子

使怀孕, 搞大肚子

Ex: He knocked his ex-girlfriend up and now has to pay child support.他让前女友**怀孕了**,现在必须支付子女抚养费。
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to bring a positive change to someone's mood or emotional state

Ex: The surprise visit from her family during a difficult lifted her spirits and reminded her of the love and support she had .
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to prevent the occurrence or continuation of an activity

Ex: The patient 's family had to make the painful decision pull the plug on life support after consulting with medical professionals .
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soap
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a type of television drama that focuses on the lives, relationships, and struggles of its characters, often with ongoing storylines

肥皂剧, 电视连续剧

肥皂剧, 电视连续剧

Ex: The soap’s plot is filled with romance and family drama .这部**肥皂剧**的情节充满了浪漫和家庭戏剧。
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to stop by
[动词]

to visit or make a brief stay at a place or with someone

顺便拜访, 短暂停留

顺便拜访, 短暂停留

Ex: If you 're in the neighborhood , do n't hesitate to stop by for a chat .如果你在附近,不要犹豫**过来**聊聊天。
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to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

Ex: She ’s taking it easy this weekend , catching up on sleep .
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something that is finally dealt with and does not bother one anymore

Ex: The successful recovery of their stolen car was a load off their minds, and they could finally relax and enjoy their vacation.
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ticker
[名词]

the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body

心脏, 跳动器

心脏, 跳动器

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touch and go
[短语]

involving risk and uncertainty

Ex: The success of the business venture was touch and go in its early stages, but it eventually thrived.
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tough cookie
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a person who is strong, resilient, and determined, often in the face of challenging circumstances

硬饼干, 坚强而坚定的人

硬饼干, 坚强而坚定的人

Ex: He went through rigorous training and never gave up.他经历了严格的训练,从未放弃。他在篮球场上是个**硬汉**。
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upshot
[名词]

the final outcome of a series of actions, events, or discussions

最终结果, 结局

最终结果, 结局

Ex: The upshot of the debate was a new policy being implemented .辩论的**结果**是实施了一项新政策。
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yoo-hoo
[感叹词]

used to gain someone's attention, especially when they are at a distance or not paying attention

喂, 嘿

喂, 嘿

Ex: Yoo-hoo!**哟嗬**!你在听我说话吗?
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