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of the same type as something else or closely resembling it

Ex: I'm not sure if this is what you had in mind, but I drafted a proposal along these lines to get us started.
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at large
[形容词]

having escaped, especially from confinement

在逃, 逍遥法外

在逃, 逍遥法外

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front burner
[名词]

a state of high priority where something is dealt with immediately or given the most attention

最优先, 最前线

最优先, 最前线

Ex: Her career took the front burner while other plans were set aside .她的事业被放在了**首位**,而其他计划则被搁置一旁。
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to backfire
[动词]

to have a result contrary to what one desired or intended

适得其反, 产生相反的效果

适得其反, 产生相反的效果

Ex: The strategy to increase sales by raising prices backfired as customers turned to cheaper alternatives .通过提高价格来增加销售额的策略**适得其反**,因为顾客转向了更便宜的替代品。
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bank job
[名词]

a robbery or heist involving a bank, typically involving the illegal act of stealing money or valuables from a bank

银行抢劫, 银行盗窃

银行抢劫, 银行盗窃

Ex: " After the bank job, they went into hiding for months . "**银行抢劫**后,他们躲藏了几个月。
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behind bars
[副词]

used to refer to someone who is imprisoned or serving time in prison

在铁窗后, 在监狱里

在铁窗后, 在监狱里

Ex: After his conviction , he found himself behind bars, facing a lengthy sentence .在他被定罪后,他发现自己**身陷囹圄**,面临漫长的刑期。
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capitol hill
[名词]

a hill in Washington, D.C., where the Capitol Building sits and Congress meets

国会山, 国会大厦山

国会山, 国会大厦山

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to carry out
[动词]

to execute a decision, order, or directive

执行, 实施

执行, 实施

Ex: In times of emergency , the police force must be ready to carry out orders to maintain public safety .在紧急情况下,警察部队必须准备好**执行**命令以维护公共安全。
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make oneself visible; take action

站出来, 前进

站出来, 前进

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closely following or pursuing someone or something, often in a persistent or bothersome manner

Ex: He will be on my heels, monitoring my progress and expecting constant updates.
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crackdown
[名词]

a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening

镇压, 严厉打击

镇压, 严厉打击

Ex: The crackdown on organized crime gangs resulted in a series of raids and arrests across the city .对有组织犯罪团伙的**打击**导致全市范围内的一系列突袭和逮捕。
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crook
[名词]

someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime

罪犯, 骗子

罪犯, 骗子

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cutback
[名词]

the act of reducing the amount of something

削减, 减少

削减, 减少

Ex: Environmental cutbacks weakened pollution controls .
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to confront and deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation directly and courageously

面对, 正视

面对, 正视

Ex: As a responsible leader, it's crucial to face up to the challenges and make decisions for the betterment of the team.作为一个负责任的领导者,**面对**挑战并为团队的改善做出决定至关重要。
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heist
[名词]

‌an act of violently stealing something valuable, especially from a shop or bank

抢劫, 盗窃

抢劫, 盗窃

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to hinge on
[动词]

(of an outcome, decision, or situation) to depend entirely on a particular factor or set of circumstances

取决于, 围绕

取决于, 围绕

Ex: The success of the event will hinge on the weather cooperating for the outdoor activities .活动的成功将**取决于**天气是否适合户外活动。
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at a time when everyone can witness something

Ex: The murder occurred in broad daylight, leaving witnesses horrified and demanding swift justice for the victim.
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start or re-start vigorously

重新启动, 充满活力地开始

重新启动, 充满活力地开始

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to knock off
[动词]

to take something illegally without permission

偷, 盗

偷, 盗

Ex: The art heist crew knocked off the museum , stealing priceless paintings .艺术盗窃团伙**抢劫了**博物馆,偷走了无价的画作。
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to secretly wait for the right time to catch or attack an enemy or prey

Ex: The sniper lie in wait for hours , waiting for the enemy to reveal their position .
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to nab
[动词]

to catch someone because they are suspected of doing something wrong

抓住, 逮捕

抓住, 逮捕

Ex: The undercover operation was designed to nab members of the organized crime syndicate .这次秘密行动旨在**抓捕**有组织犯罪集团的成员。
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in an uncertain or unstable situation that is likely to fail or collapse

Ex: The scientist's theory is on shaky ground, and further research is needed to confirm or disprove their findings.
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on the floor
[短语]

used to refer to an idea, proposal, or issue that is formally presented or under discussion in a meeting, especially in a legislative or organizational context

Ex: The issue of employee benefits will on the floor during the meeting tomorrow .
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the individuals or groups who hold the most authority or influence in a particular organization, community, or situation

Ex: When it comes to deciding which shows get renewed and which get canceled, the powers that be at the network make the final decision.
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private eye
[名词]

someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information

私家侦探, 私人侦探

私家侦探, 私人侦探

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to be too harsh on someone just to prove that their ideas are wrong or stupid

击垮, 严厉批评

击垮, 严厉批评

Ex: During the debate , opponents tried to shoot down the candidate 's stance on economic policies .在辩论期间,反对者试图**驳倒**候选人对经济政策的立场。
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to find a way to overcome a problem or obstacle

设法解决, 克服

设法解决, 克服

Ex: He got around the issue by suggesting a different approach .他通过提出不同的方法**绕过**了这个问题。
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underway
[形容词]

currently happening

进行中, 正在进行

进行中, 正在进行

Ex: The preparations for the event are underway, with organizers setting up booths and decorations .活动的准备工作**正在进行中**,组织者正在搭建展位和装饰。
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