Language Café

初见岳父感觉 Walk on eggshells


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Bring to the table 为...带来Alex said that he could bring his clever negotiation skills to the table if he gets hired.In the movie, Lord of the Rings, Legolas brought his archery skills to the table.Chad said that he could bring his French language skills to the table.Definition: To add value to the situation when you join. It is often used when someone is joining a team, discussion, or negotiation.Etymology: 为...带来He brought to the table not only expertise but passion. 他不仅带来专业技术还带来了热情.The bride's family brought to the table all their requests for expensive betrothal gifts. 女方带来了彩礼单.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxWalk on eggshellsTony walked on eggshells around his new father-in-law since he wanted his approval.Nick walked on eggshells around his boss.Alan walked on eggshells when he visited to the temple.Definition: To walk very carefully, or try to be very inoffensive and diplomatic.Etymology: While walking on eggshells presents enough difficulty for most people, walking on the whole egg without damage would be nearly impossible.***小心翼翼 如履薄冰 走钢丝The boss is a very nice person. But why does everybody feel like walking on eggshells around him? 老板不错,但为什么他让人感觉如履薄冰.If a teacher makes students feel like walking on eggshells, he is not a qualified teacher. 如果学生在老师面前必须小心翼翼,那不是个好老师!
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