(8) A cat nap:瞌睡
Between lunch and the 2 p.m. class, there is at least half an hour for a cat nap.
(9) Lead a cat-and-dog life:过着吵吵闹闹的日子
Poor couples often lead a cat-and-dog life because of financial problems. Dont you think so?
(10) Let the cat out of the bag:泄露秘密
David was planning a surprise birthday party for Irene, but his new secretary let the cat out of the bag in a casual talk.
(11) There is not enough room to swing a cat:没有活动的余地
How can you live and do your design work in such a small room? There isnt enough room to swing a cat, is there?
(12) Rain cats and dogs:倾盆大雨
We cant go out yet. It is raining cats and dogs at the moment.
(13) No chicken:不再是小孩
Dont treat Lily like a kid! She is no chicken now.
(14) A cock-and-bull story:无稽之谈
Whenever Tom was late for work, he would tell a cock-and-bull story as an excuse.
(15) Wait till the cows come home: 无限期的等待
Dont lend him money. If you want him to pay back, you have to wait till the cows come home.
(16) Crocodile tears:鳄鱼泪
Jane seemed very sad at the old mans death. Actually, she was only shedding crocodile tears because she never really liked that old man.
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