| 释义 |
Examples:constructive metabolism (using energy make proteins etc)—make a quick judgment based on inadequate information—lit. a chicken and a bottle of wine (idiom); fig. ready make an offering to the deceased, or to entertain guests—make a swift or abrupt linear movement (like a bead on an abacus)—make a hasty last-minute effort (often refers to cramming for exams)—lit. it takes a long time make a big pot (idiom); fig. a great talent matures slowly—make one's first public performance (of an entertainer etc)—lit. carry firewood to put out a fire (idiom); fig. to make a problem worse by inappropriate action—lit. see a gap and stick in a needle (idiom); fig. to make use of every second and every inch—qualities that make sth worth seeing (or reading)—make up and go on stage (idiom); to embark on a career (esp. in politics or crime)—lit. if it's wrong, it's wrong (idiom); make the best after a mistake—hesitate over what move to make (idiom); to waver—lit. sing accompany wine (idiom); fig. life is short, make merry while you can—make a pledge to be married, without parents' approval—lit. a wise person reflecting a thousand times can still make a mistake (idiom); fig. nobody is infallible—bare fangs and brandish claws (idiom); to make threatening gestures—make bogus accusations (against one's victim)—fig. adding details while telling a story (make it more interesting)—whether it's right or wrong doesn't make a lot of difference—make day as night (idiom, from Book of Songs); fig. to prolong one's pleasure regardless of the hour—You can't make progress by clinging old notions.—make no distinction between what's one's own and what's another's [idiom.]—make idle remarks about a woman's appearance [idiom.]— |