雅思口語：常用短語精選

　　1 Be in the air 將要發生的事情

　　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.

　　2 Clear the air 消除誤會

　　To settle a dispute and restore good relationsExample: We had a meeting with the workers, and I think we’ve cleared the air now.

　　3 Cost an arm and a leg 極其昂貴

　　To be very expensiveExample: I love that fur coat. However, I don’t think I’m going to buy it because it costs an arm and a leg.

　　4 A bad egg 缺乏道德的`人

　　Somebody who has no moral principles and should be avoidedExample: You mustn’t lend Tim money, he’s a bad egg. You’ll never see him or your money again!

　　5 In the Bag 穩鍛煉身體勝券

　　Said of an achievement which is secureExample: We have the deal in the bag. The client came in this morning to sign the agreement.

　　6 In the balance 未知的,不可預測的

　　Said when the outcome of a situation is unknown or unpredictableExample: His career as a pilot is in the balance, as his eyesight does not seem good enough.

　　7 Drive a hard bargain 極力討價還價

　　To have the negotiating strength and skills to get the most advantageous price and conditionsExample: Amanda is negotiating the best price from the suppliers. She drives a hard bargain.

　　8 Ring a bell 看上去或聽起來非常熟悉

　　To look, sound or seem familiarExample: That face rings a bell, where have I seen him before?

　　9 Tighten one’s belt 節衣縮食

　　To cut down on spending because there is less income than beforeExample: Now you are out of work, you’ll have to tighten your belt and give up buying new clothes and going out so often.

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