wild card
复数形式
wild cards
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外卡, 不可预测的因素
a person or thing with uncertain or uncontrollable qualities or capabilities
The idiom "wild card" originated from card games, particularly poker, where certain cards were designated as "wild," meaning they could represent any other card. Over time, the phrase has been adopted into various contexts, referring to an element or factor that introduces unpredictability or a level of uncertainty into a situation. In general usage, this expression is used to refer to something or someone that is unexpected, unconventional, or has the potential to alter the usual course of events.
- In the playoffs, the underdog team became the wild card, surprising everyone with their unexpected victories.
在季后赛中，劣势队伍成为了黑马，以他们意想不到的胜利让所有人感到惊讶。
- The inclusion of a wildcard entry in the competition brought an element of unpredictability to the event.
比赛中包含一个外卡条目给活动带来了不可预测的元素。
- Her creative approach to problem-solving was like a wild card in the team, often leading to innovative solutions.
她解决问题的创造性方法就像团队中的万能牌，常常带来创新的解决方案。
- The sudden availability of additional funding was a wild card that allowed the project to expand beyond its initial scope.
额外资金的突然可用是一个不可预测的因素，使得项目能够超出其最初的范围。
- When negotiating, it's crucial to consider the potential wild cards that could impact the outcome of the deal.
谈判时，考虑可能影响交易结果的潜在不确定因素至关重要。
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百搭牌, 万能牌
a playing card whose value can be determined by the person who holds it
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外卡, 百搭牌
a team or player that gains a tournament or playoff spot without meeting regular qualification criteria