1Be in the air 將要發(fā)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(huì)

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.

3Cost an arm and a leg 極其昂貴

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.

4A 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!

5In the Bag 穩(wěn)操勝券

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.

6In the balance 未知的,不可預(yù)測(cè)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.

7Drive a hard bargain 極力討價(jià)還價(jià)

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.

8Ring a bell 看上去或聽起來非常熟悉

To look, sound or seem familiar

Example: That face rings a bell, where have I seen him before?

9Tighten one’s belt 節(jié)衣縮食

To cut down on spending because there is less income than before

Example: Now you are out of work, you’ll have to tighten your belt and give up buying new clothes and going out so often.

10Kill two birds with one stone 一石二鳥

To complete two tasks together, with less effort than doing them separately

Example: Since I’d gone to the store to buy some bread, I thought of killing two birds with one stone and invited Mr. Biggs to the party.

(編輯：何瑩瑩）