实用英语之口语：小对话学美国习语
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Explaining the Idiom A: What's eating you? B: What do you mean? I'm fine. A: No, you aren't. Come on, whatever it is, get it off your chest. B: Well...see that woman over there? Her name is Elizabeth. I've been trying to find a way to meet her for months, and now,here she is. But I don't have the guts to walk over there. A: Come on, Bill, this is your chance.Just give it a shot. What do you have to lose? B: She wouldn't be caught dead with me. A: Why do you say that? B: Oh, let's just skip it, OK? I don't why I even told you. A: How do you know her, anyway? B: We work in the same building. A: Well, I think you should just bite the bullet, go over there, and start a conversation. B: Maybe later. A: Why put it off? Who knows? You two might hit if off. B: That'll be the day. A: Why are you so negative all of a sudden? I've never seen you like this. B: Maybe you are right. I should just take the initiative and walk over there. A: Now you're talking. Just introduce yourself and start talking about the party or mention that you've seen her at work. She's bound to recognize you, too. B: Well, maybe. Oh... you're probably right. If I pass up this chance, I'll never forgive myself. Well, here I go. Wish me luck! |
