用法学习: 1. talk in circles 兜来转去, 绕来绕去, 绕回去 Fig. to talk in a confusing or roundabout manner. I couldn't understand a thing he said. All he did was talk in circles. We argued for a long time and finally decided that we were talking in circles. physiology [,fizi:'olədʒi:] 生理学 physiological the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts. He bought a book about physiology. ready, willing, and able Cliché eager or at least willing [to do something]. If you need someone to help you move furniture, I'm ready, willing, and able. Fred is ready, willing, and able to do anything you ask him. 2. displace I. 离乡背井. 被迫远离故土. To move or shift from the usual place or position, especially to force to leave a homeland: millions of refugees who were displaced by the war. II. To take the place of; supplant. III. To discharge from an office or position. misplace I. a. To put into a wrong place: misplace punctuation in a sentence. b. To mislay: I misplaced my wallet. II. To bestow (confidence, for example) on an improper, unsuitable, or unworthy person or idea. to misplace one's trust. misplace one's trust (in someone) 误信, 错误的信任 to put trust in the wrong person; to put trust in someone who does not deserve it. The writer misplaced his trust in his editor. The voters misplaced their trust in the corrupt politician. 3. subject adj. I. Being in a position or in circumstances that place one under the power or authority of another or others: subject to the law. David Letterman访问Cate Blanchett: Cate Blanchett has given US talk-show king David Letterman a lesson in Australian history, displaying her sharp Aussie humour on the host's popular late night show. The Oscar-winning actress tore the host to pieces ( tear someone or something to shreds/pieces to rip or shred someone or something into bits. Careful of that dog. It will tear you to pieces! The dog tore the newspaper to pieces. It tore my shoes to shreds.) with her wit and charm智慧与魅力
when she appeared on his show. Blanchett told Letterman about
her homeland's geography and history when quizzed about her Aussie roots. "Are you, as an Australian, a subject of the Queen?" Letterman asked. "Officially, yes," Blanchett replied. "How do you take to that ( take to I. 求助于. 躲避于. 逃亡到. To have recourse to; go to, as for safety. to make for; flee to. to take to the hills. took to the woods. II. 开始喜欢, 开始练习, 开始做某事. To become fond of or attached to. to form a liking for, esp
after a short acquaintance. have a fancy or particular liking or desire
for. to begin to like someone or something. He grew up in a trailer home in Woodland, ME, and took to the guitar at a young age. I took to John immediately. I took to him straightaway. take to drink. "Two keen minds that they are, they took to each other互相欣赏, 惺惺相惜" (Jack Kerouac). III. 适应, 学习. 掌握. To adapt to; to learn, grasp or master. Although he had never skated before, he took to it quickly, and soon glided around the ice with ease. IV. To enter; to go into or move towards. As the train rushed through, thousands of birds took to the air at once. V. take to doing something 开始形成习惯. 开始习惯性的做某事. To begin, as a new habit or practice. to start doing something as a habit: Recently he's taken to wearing a cap. After the third one was rejected, she took to asking the department to check the form before she submitted it. take to heart to regard seriously. like a duck takes to water 非常自然的, 毫不做作的 (simile) Very naturally; without effort. She started skating and she learned how quickly, like a duck takes to water. take to one's bed to go to bed, as with an illness. I feel a little ill, so I'll take to my bed for a day or so. Sam took to his bed with a fever. Joanne says she's ill, and she's taken to her bed. recourse I. The act or an instance of turning or applying to a person or thing for aid or security: have recourse to the courts. II. 求助对象. 求援. 依靠. 依赖. One that is turned or applied to for aid or security: His only recourse was the police. have recourse to something to be able to use something for help; to be able to fall back on something. You
will always have recourse to the money your grandfather left you. You
will not have recourse to that money until you are over 21 years of age.) in Australia?" "Some people, not so well. But I have played a lot
of queens and I live in Sydney where there are a lot of queens, so you
know." . II. Prone; disposed: a child who is subject to colds. III. Likely to incur or receive; exposed: a directive subject to misinterpretation. IV. Contingent or dependent: a vacation subject to changing weather. n. I. 子民. 臣民. One who is under the rule of another or others, especially one who owes allegiance to a government or ruler. II. a. One concerning which something is said or done: a subject of gossip. b. Something that is treated or indicated in a work of art. c. Music A theme of a composition, especially a fugue. III. 科目. A course or area of study: Math is her best subject. IV. A basis for action; a cause. V. a. One that experiences or is subjected to something: the subject of ridicule. b. A person or animal that is the object of medical or scientific study: The experiment involved 12 subjects. c. A corpse intended for anatomical study and dissection. d. One who is under surveillance: The subject was observed leaving the scene of the murder. vt. I. To submit for consideration. II. To submit to the authority of. III. To expose to something 经历. 遭受.: patients subjected to infection. IV. To cause to experience: subjected to extreme weather. V. To subjugate; subdue. 4. part with someone or something 分开, 分离, 放手. 放弃, 不要, 不顾, 不要脸, 不要面子 to give up or let go of someone or something. to give something to someone else, especially when you do not want to: I was going to give away her old baby clothes, but I couldn't bring myself to part with them. She did not want to part with her friend. I could never part with my books. Although the reversing camera is fast-becoming standard fare on upper-echelon models on sale in Australia, it doesn't mean you have to part with your pride and joy to make it safer. As little as $250 can buy the peace of mind of having a reversing camera backed by rear parking sensors. Electronics retailer Jaycar has a number of options to improve the safety of your car when backing out the driveway. 6. Tickled pink delighted. The tickling here isn't the light stroking of the skin - it's the figurative sense of the word that means 'to give pleasure or gratify'. The tickling pink concept is of enjoyment great enough to make the recipient glow with pleasure. We got our car around two months ago, and I am still tickled pink with ours. in the pink (of something) very strong and operating well. It was almost a miracle that after his bout with pneumonia, he was back in the pink of health. These men are in the pink of condition, and the army wants to keep them that way. Our business is in the pink these days. in the pink (of condition) and in the pink (of health) Fig. in very good health; in very good condition, physically and emotionally. (be ~; get [into] ~.) He recovered completely from his surgery and has been in the pink ever since. She was lively and active and in the pink of condition. in [good] condition/shape in good health; strong and healthy; fit. Bob exercises frequently, so he's in condition. If I were in shape, I could run faster and farther. I'm really overweight. I have to try to get into shape. in mint condition Fig. in perfect condition. (be ~; find something ~.) This is a fine car. It runs well and is in mint condition. We saw a house in mint condition and decided to buy it. out of shape/condition not in good physical condition. I get out of breath when I run because I'm out of shape. Keep exercising regularly, or you'll get out of condition. In the pink: In perfect condition, especially of health. The general usage of this phrase has altered somewhat since it first entered the language. We now usually see it with the specific meaning of 'the pink of condition', that is, in the best possible health. It is tempting but, as it turns out, misguided, to assume an association between 'the pink of condition' and the healthily glowing pink cheeks of new-born babies or energetic sportsmen/sportswomen and the like.
Melbourne train pain - 17 tips for a more enjoyable ride: Keeping feet off seats and no smoking are important. Platform panickers: Passengers off first先下后上. Myki users: Don't keep the line waiting让大家等你 - have your card out and money ready to go. Hungry commuters: Maccas passes the test ( pass the smell test to be morally acceptable. Robinson's removal as an independent investigator doesn't pass the smell test, and many believe it was done for political reasons. Usage notes: often used in negative sentences, as in the example. ) when you're starving, but dim sims, tuna and curry must be consumed before boarding. School kids: We know life is great but please keep it down – just a bit. The person who won't stop sniffing: Hankies are like beards, they're back in 又流行了, 流行回来了. ( be back in harness 回到工作岗位 (mainly British) to have returned to work again after not working for a period of time. How does it feel to be back in harness after 8 months? be back on the rails (British) to be making progress once more. The minister emerged from three hours of discussions, confident that the talks are now back on the rails. I'll get back to you (on that). and Let me get back to you (on that). I will report back later with my decision. (More likely said by a boss to an employee than vice versa.) Bob: I have a question about the Wilson project. Mary: I have to go to a meeting now. I'll get back to you on that. Bob: It's sort of urgent. Mary: It can wait. Sue: Shall I close the Wilson account? Jane: Let me get back to you on that.). Bike riders: Please observe the obvious明摆着的事( obnose to observe the obvious; to take note of the way something actually is. (chiefly Scientology) Observing the obvious.) – space is at a premium ( at a premium I. 难得的东西. 稀奇少见的东西. not easy to get During the negotiations, sleep was at a premium. Usage notes: usually said about something that is highly valued because it is hard to get. II. for a higher price It's possible to get a large apartment, but only at a premium. ) in peak hour. And avoid the lycra (Lycra ['laikrə] n a type of synthetic elastic fabric and fibre used for tight-fitting garments, such as swimming costumes.) guys. Warring 吵架的 couples: Sort it out in private私下里去解决. A few wines usually help. The BO (body odor体臭, 狐臭, 汗臭) brigade: Humans are mammals. Therefore we sweat. Therefore you need to use water, soap and deodorant – in that order. Beggars: Accosting ( accost I. To approach and speak to boldly or aggressively, as with a demand or request. to approach, stop, and speak to (a person), as to ask a question, accuse of a crime, solicit sexually, etc. accost sb for money. II. To solicit for sex. ) commuters trapped in trains for money is lazy. More effort = more money. Note: This is not an invitation to start singing. Budding graffiti 'artists': Tags on trains never look good. Fare evaders逃票者: Don't bother pleading innocence - inspectors are like cops, they've heard it all before. Racists who feel the need to share their views: It's not only deeply offensive, the chance of ending up on YouTube is pretty high. Senior citizens: Acting insulted when someone offers you their seat is poor form( = bad form). Men: Spreading your legs into the next seat doesn't assert your dominance. Women: Applying makeup is best done in bathrooms. Drunk footy fans: We love your exuberance( exuberant [ig'zju:bərənt] adj I. abounding in vigour and high spirits; full of vitality. II. lavish or effusive; excessively elaborate. exuberant compliments. III. growing luxuriantly or in profusion. ), even more from the next carriage. Or next train. The indecisive犹豫不决者: Directly under the clocks or in front of the entrance gate is not the place to ponder the meaning of life.
Sandra Sully's battle with work bully: Newsreader Sandra Sully has spoken of her decade of torment in the
Ten newsroom with ongoing bullying from a female colleague leaving her
in considerable distress. She didn't report the bullying initially for fear ( for fear of, that or lest to forestall or avoid. for fear of so as not to. She would not go swimming for fear of catching a cold. in fear of/that 活在恐惧中, 由于担心, 由于害怕. in a state of being afraid of. out of fear for something; because of fear of something. He doesn't drive for fear of an accident. They lock their car doors for fear of being attacked. He lived in fear of his mother. fear for someone or something to be afraid for the safety of someone or something; to worry about someone or something. I fear for担心, 担忧, 挂虑 Tom. He has gone to a very dangerous place. I don't want to go down that rocky trail. I fear for my car. ) she would not be believed. "I felt completely disempowered ( 无能为力的. 无助的. To deprive of power or influence. To deprive of power or influence. ) because the presumption about
television presenters is that we're completely self-centred and
egotistical," she told Cleo magazine. "I thought nobody would believe me." She describes the bully as a sneaky, devious saboteur( saboteur [,sæbə'tɜ:] 破坏狂 a person who commits sabotage. One who commits sabotage.) who
would use "her feminine wiles 女性特有的狡诈 ( wile [wail]
n. I. 花招. 狡诈. trickery, cunning, or craftiness. A stratagem or trick
intended to deceive or ensnare. II. A disarming or seductive manner,
device, or procedure: the wiles of a skilled negotiator. III. 图谋. 伎俩. (usually plural) an artful or seductive trick or ploy. Trickery; cunning. ) to present me as demanding 'talent' to her
superiors and they all fell for it. She was a toxic person." While the bully has since been ordered to leave Sully alone, Cleo itself has copped a rap over the knuckles ( a rap across/on/over the knuckles 警告 a punishment which is not very severe but which warns you not to behave that way again. The company received a rap over the knuckles from the Food and Drug Administration. Her remarks earned her a sharp rap across the knuckles from the Prime Minister. ) from Mia Freedman, its former editor-in-chief. Freedman has taken Cleo editor Sharri Markson to
task ( take someone to task 责备, 怪罪, 责怪, 让...负责任 to scold or reprimand someone. To criticize someone angrily for something that they have done (often + for ). She took my father to task for getting drunk at my cousin's wedding. The teacher took John to task for his bad behavior. I lost a big contract, and the boss took me to task in front of everyone. ) over the decision to publish a list of who's hot and who's not
among Australia's male politicians. As Freeman noted, a list rating the hotness - or otherwise -
of female politicians would be widely condemned, so why is it okay to
dish out the same treatment to men. "I really don't see anything funny about that list," Freedman
wrote on her blog. "I don't see it as a victory for equality. I think
it's humiliating and cruel." Markson didn't see it the same way, responding that she knows
some of the politicians on the "unsexy" list and "I made a judgment
call ( a judgment call 下结论, 决定 (American) a decision someone has to make using their own ideas and opinions. Usage notes: In sport, a judgment call is a decision made by an official in a competition using their own opinion of what they have seen. It's a judgment call - do we go by plane or risk taking the car to the conference. ) that they wouldn't be offended".
wearing high heels: sex appeal, elegant. Walks with this springy-stepped "attitude", walk with attitude 气势汹汹的, 有气势的. 走路听的最佳音乐: I find it perfect for airports, New York City streets, and anywhere else that you feel you need a little extra attitude to glide through the gaping ( gaping ['geipiŋ] adj. wide open; extremely wide. a gaping hole, a gaping wound.) tourists and in the same flow as the other pedestrians with a place that they need to be. Warning: do not attempt when walking with others as you are likely to quickly outpace and annoy them. runway or catwalk(T台): In fashion, a catwalk is a narrow, usually flat platform that runs into an auditorium, used by models to demonstrate clothing and accessories during a fashion show. In fashion jargon, "what's on the catwalk" or similar phrasing can refer to whatever is new and popular in fashion. When a model scores an exclusive for a fashion label it means that they have been picked to walk for that particular designer only. This usually launches their career and elevates their status in the fashion industry, guaranteeing them spots on the world's best catwalks. Landing a Prada or Balenciaga catwalk exclusive is considered by some to be the "holy grail" of runway bookings, turning an unknown face into one to watch. attitude: I. A position of the body or manner of carrying oneself: stood in a graceful attitude. a cheerful attitude. II. A state of mind or a feeling; disposition: had a positive attitude about work. a threatening attitude. III. Informal a hostile manner. Don't give me attitude耍态度, my girl. IV. a theatrical pose created for effect (esp in the phrase strike an attitude). cop an attitude 耍态度 Sl. to take a negative or opposite attitude about something. My teenage son copped an attitude when I asked why he seemed to be sneaking around. devil-may-care attitude and devil-may-care manner 鬼才在乎呢 a very casual attitude; a worry-free or carefree attitude. You must get rid of your devil-may-care attitude if you want to succeed. She acts so thoughtless—with her devil-may-care manner. have a bad attitude. wait-and-see attitude Fig. a skeptical attitude; an uncertain attitude in which someone will just wait to see what happens before reacting. John thought that Mary couldn't do it, but he took a wait-and-see attitude. His wait-and-see attitude seemed to indicate that he didn't really care what happened. 3. A flare, also sometimes called a fusee, is a type of pyrotechnic that produces a brilliant light or intense heat without an explosion. Flares are used for signalling, illumination, or defensive countermeasures in civilian and military applications. Flares may be ground pyrotechnics, projectile pyrotechnics, or parachute-suspended to provide maximum illumination time over a large area. Projectile pyrotechnics信号弹 may be dropped from aircraft, fired from rocket or artillery, or deployed by flare guns信号枪 or handheld percussive tubes. flare something out to spread something out; to make something wider. (Said especially of one end of a tube or round-topped vessel.) Can you flare the end of this pipe out a little? Flare out the end of this pipe. The end of the pipe flared out to a larger diameter. The top of the vase flared out, and was decorated with little blobs of colored glass. flare up I. Lit. [for something] to ignite and burn. The firewood flared up at last—four matches having been used. II. Lit. [for a fire] to burn brightly again and expand rapidly. After burning quietly for a while, the fire suddenly flared up and made the room very bright. III. Fig. 发作. 恶化. [for a pain or medical condition] to get worse suddenly. My arthritis flares up during the damp weather. IV. Fig. 爆发. [for a dispute] to break out or escalate into a battle. A war flared up in the Middle East. We can't send the whole army every time a dispute flares up. IV. 暴怒. 勃然大怒. flare up at someone or something Fig. to lose one's temper at someone or something. I could tell by the way he flared up at me that he was not happy with what I had done. I didn't mean to flare up. flare up to happen suddenly Severe thunderstorms flare up there at almost any time during the summer. You may not feel like chopping vegetables when the pain in your hands flares up. Etymology: based on the literal meaning of flare up (to suddenly burn brightly).
