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Generated by Foxit PDF Creator © Foxit Software For evaluation only. 一些非常有用的英语俚语.txt 一些非常有用的英语俚语 Be in the air 将要发生的事情 　　The feeling or idea that something new is about to happen or is going to change 　　Example: From the arguments going on at the meeting, it seems that a change in policy is in the air. 　　 　　 　　 　　Clear the air 消除误会 　　To settle a dispute and restore good relations 　　Example: We had a meeting with the workers, and I think we’ve cleared the air now. 　　 　　 　　 　　Cost an arm and a leg 极其昂贵 　　To be very expensive 　　Example: I love that fur coat. However, I don’t think I’m going to buy it because it costs an arm and a leg. 　　 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 11111、　　 　　A bad egg 缺乏道德的人 　　Somebody who has no moral principles and should be avoided 　　Example: You mustn’t lend Tim money, he’s a bad egg. You’ll never see him or your money again! 　　 　　 　　 　　In the Bag 稳操胜券 　　Said of an achievement which is secure 　　Example: We have the deal in the bag. The client came in this morning to sign the agreement. 　　 　　 　　 　　In the balance 未知的,不可预测的 　　Said when the outcome of a situation is unknown or unpredictable 　　Example: His career as a pilot is in the balance, as his eyesight does not seem good enough. 　　 　　 　　 　　Drive a hard bargain 极力讨价还价 　　To have the negotiating strength and skills to get the most advantageous price and conditions 　　Example: Amanda is negotiating the best price from the suppliers. She drives a hard bargain. 　　 第 1 页 Generated by Foxit PDF Creator © Foxit Software For evaluation only. 一些非常有用的英语俚语.txt 　　 　　 　　Ring a bell 看上去或听起来非常熟悉 　　To look, sound or seem familiar 　　Example: That face