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Unit 6 - 6C

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Unit 6 - 6C

7 Words

4m

1
out of {one's} depth
content.phrase

He's out of his depth in that advanced physics class.

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2
out on a limb
out on a limb
content.phrase

Taking the controversial stance, the politician found herself out on a limb with few supporters.

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3
out of step with {sb/sth}
content.phrase

His conservative views on social issues put him out of step with the progressive majority in the community.

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4
out of character
out of character
content.phrase

The way she panicked was out of character for such a normally calm person.

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5
limelight
lime
light
名词

聚光灯, 石灰光

In the 19th century, theaters used limelight to highlight key performers on stage.

在19世纪,剧院使用石灰光来突出舞台上的主要表演者。

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6
in the offing
副词

即将到来, 在望

With the project's completion date nearing, a celebration is definitely in the offing.

随着项目完成日期的临近,庆祝活动肯定即将到来

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7
out of favor
content.phrase

The politician's controversial remarks caused him to fall out of favor with his constituents.

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