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10 Words

5m

1.
[do] {sb} (the|a) world of good
短语

After struggling with depression for years, taking up a new hobby like painting might do Jane a world of good.

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2.
[friend] (at|in) court
短语

If the company faces legal trouble, having a friend at court with the judge could make a significant difference in the outcome.

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3.
friends in high places
短语

As a rising star in the industry, Jane is building relationships with executives to have friends in high places for future opportunities.

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4.
bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
content.sentence

I know you want a better job, but remember, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

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5.
[have] something going (on|) for {sb}
短语

The artist's unique style has something going on for her, making her artwork stand out from others.

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6.
[ride] (a|the) wave of {sth}
短语

By the end of the year, the team will have ridden the wave of productivity, completing several projects and meeting their targets.

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7.
[be] better off
短语

She decided she would be better off finding a new job.

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8.
[do] {sb} (any|) good
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I told him that skipping breakfast every day wouldn't do him any good in the long run.

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9.
[be] sitting pretty
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After winning the lottery, the couple was sitting pretty and could afford to buy their dream home.

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10.
[put|set] {sb} to work
短语

After the storm, the community came together to clean up the streets, putting everyone to work to restore their neighborhood.

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