【Collocations大集合】#52『lay an egg 』才不是＂下蛋＂!! 來學 lay 的14 個搭配詞及俚語用法（全）

The lay-off of that competent young man caused panic in the company.
那個稱職的年輕人被裁員一事，造成公司內部的恐慌。

The timeline shows that construction will take six months. 時程表顯示建築工程將花費六個月。

The matter will be discussed at the upcoming meeting.
這件事會在即將召開的會議中討論。

Economic diplomacy has been a key component of India's foreign policy.
經濟外交一直以來都是印度外交政策重要的一部分。

The company made and sold computer components to various manufacturers in Asia.
這間公司製造和販賣電腦零件給亞洲不同的製造商。

Jason works as a sales manager for a company that sells automotive component parts.
傑森在一間銷售汽車零件的公司擔任業務經理。

The awards presentation ceremony will begin at two o’clock.
頒獎典禮將於兩點鐘開始。

Jerry will now give a short presentation on our product.
傑瑞現在將就本公司的產品做一個簡短的介紹。

The musician’s behavior during the live performance caused a scandal for the television network.
該音樂家在現場表演的行為成了電視網絡上的醜聞。

News of the political scandal broke at the beginning of the election campaign.
這樁政治醜聞的新聞在選舉活動一開始時爆發開來。

The writer’s best-selling book made him an instant celebrity. 
那位作家的暢銷書使他一時間成了名人。

Celebrity can be fun and exciting, but it also has its disadvantages, including a lack of privacy.
出名這件事或許既有趣又刺激，但也有缺點，包含缺乏隱私。

The police started the investigation into the murder three years ago, but nothing has been found yet.
警方 3 年前展開這宗謀殺案的調查，不過迄今仍一無所獲。

All employees are covered under the insurance plan.
這項保險計畫涵蓋了所有的員工。

Mar's economic problems started when she got divorced.
瑪莉離婚時，經濟方面的問題就產生了。

The high unemployment rate is a clear sign of serious economic problems.
高失業率是嚴重經濟問題的明確徵兆。

London and New York are financial centers. 
倫敦和紐約都是金融中心。
 

The business closed due to financial problems.
這個企業由於財務問題而關閉了。
 

Do you have any difficulty understanding spoken Chinese?
你聽口語中文有困難嗎？

Several students missed the exam and had to do a make-up.

有幾個學生缺考，所以必須補考。

Several of the cars were damaged in the accident.

有幾輛車在這起事故中毀壞了。

We lay great emphasis on the quality of our products.
我們很重視我們產品的品質。

We lay great stress on the quality of our products.
我們很重視我們產品的品質。

Our teacher’s words are of great importance to us.
我們老師的話對我們來說很重要。

Our teacher’s words are very important to us.
我們老師的話對我們來說很重要。

The management of the factory was a tough job.
管理這家工廠是個艱難的工作。

The union decided to go on strike after management refused to give way.
資方拒絕讓步後，工會決定罷工。

What kind of TV programs do you enjoy watching?
你喜歡看哪一種電視節目？

The program wasn’t working, so Jason had to restart the computer.
這個程式跑不動，因此傑森得將電腦重新開機。

These computers have been programmed to run the tests once turned on.
這些電腦程式已經被設計成一開機就能跑這些測試。

The collaborations between John Lennon and Paul McCartney produced some of the best songs in rock and roll history.
約翰•藍儂和保羅•麥卡尼間的合作產出了一些搖滾樂史上最棒的歌曲。

The company, in collaboration with many experienced software developers, has created several great apps that have become popular.
這間公司和許多有經驗的軟體開發商合作，已創造出一些很棒且受歡迎的應用程式。

Those applying for this position should have over three years’ work experience.
申請這個職位的人必須有 3 年以上的工作經驗。

I traveled to Italy last year, and it was a great experience.
我去年到義大利旅行，那是個很棒的經歷。

Ted experienced a lot of difficulties during the war.
泰德在戰爭期間經歷了很多困難。

Andrew was quite naughty in his childhood.
安德魯小時候很調皮。

What are you planning to do in the future?
你未來計劃要做什麼？

I’m planning to go on a working holiday in the near future.
我計劃要在不久後去打工度假。

It is our duty to preserve the environment for future generations.
替未來的世代保護環境是我們的責任。

Stealing is bad behavior.
偷竊是不好的行為。

This building is designed by Timothy Lee, a world-renowned architect.
這棟建築是由一位名叫提摩西•李的世界知名建築師所設計。

Brian is a licensed pilot and owns his own plane.
布萊恩是位有執照的飛行駕駛，而且還有一架私人飛機。

I can drive a car and pilot a plane.
我會開車也會開飛機。

We have more than 500 sales outlets nationwide.
= We have more than 500 sales outlets across the nation.
我們在全國各地設有五百多個銷售通路。

Honesty is the best policy.
誠實為上策。— 諺語

We finally reached an agreement after several rounds of negotiations.
經過了好幾回合的談判後，我們終於達成了協議。

Thomas has decided to accept the job offer, but his salary is still under negotiation.
湯瑪斯決定接受那份工作，但他的薪水還有待協商。

We want our kids to grow up in a peaceful world.
我們想要我們的孩子在和平的世界裡長大。

We spent a peaceful night at home.
我們在家度過了一個平靜的夜晚。

Have you made any New Year's resolutions?
你立定了任何新年新希望嗎？

Cindy made a resolution to study abroad someday.
辛蒂下定決心有一天要出國念書。

The conflict between the two countries lasted nearly twenty years.
這 2 國之間的衝突延續了將近 20 年。

Dennis soiled the wall with a marker.
阿丹用奇異筆把牆弄髒。

Greg left a marker on the path so he would know the way back to the campsite.
葛瑞格在路上留下標誌，這樣他才認得出回營地的路。

Our team maintained the lead until the end.
我們的隊伍一直到終場都保持領先。

Such a large yard is hard to maintain.
這麼大的院子很難維護。

The man maintained that he didn’t steal the woman’s purse.
男子堅稱他沒有偷那位婦人的手提包。

Discipline is what makes a soldier a soldier.
紀律是軍人之所以為軍人的要素。

You must discipline your child, or he will grow up spoiled.
你一定要管教好你的孩子，否則他長大會被寵壞。

When did Tom become a baseball coach?
湯姆何時當起棒球教練的？

We toured around the US by coach.
我們搭長途巴士在美國境內旅行。

Kim coaches a basketball team in her leisure time.
小金利用閒暇時間指導籃球隊。

I’ll find a top-notch trainer to coach me.
我要找一位一流的訓練員來指導我。

I’ll find a top-notch trainer to instruct me.
我要找一位一流的訓練員來指導我。

Regarding this issue, I'd like to hear your opinions.
針對這件事，我想聽聽諸位的意見。

You need to work on your sales punctuality.
你需要努力改善你的守時性。

The company makes a commitment to provide quality products to its customers.
該公司承諾提供給客戶高品質的產品。

Peter’s commitment to work has won the respect of his colleagues.
彼得對工作的奉獻贏得了同事的尊敬。

The politician is facing the biggest challenge of her career.
這位政治人物正面臨她職涯中最大的挑戰。

To our surprise, the little boy met the challenge of taking care of his younger sister.
令我們驚訝的是，那小男孩成功地完成了照顧妹妹的挑戰。

The young chess player challenged the world champion to a game of chess.
這年輕的西洋棋手向世界冠軍挑戰比一回棋賽。

The scientist's discovery challenged what people had long believed about space.
這位科學家的發現挑戰了人們長久以來對太空的觀點。

The manager has come up with an innovative way to cut costs.
經理想到了一種可以降低成本的創新辦法。

There has been a steady growth in Amber’s business over the past 10 years.
266 過去 10 年來，安柏的事業一直穩定成長。

The captain told the sailors to raise the sails.
船長要水手們將帆升起。

The captain said that the plane would be landing soon.
機長宣布飛機即將著陸。

Jack has always been very ambitious, believing that he was born to be a leader.
傑克總是很有野心，覺得自己天生就是領袖的料。

The government has made some highly ambitious plans to end poverty.
政府擬了一些野心十足的計畫以解決貧困。
 

The battle took at least 200 lives.
這場戰役奪走了至少 200 條性命。

Steve is battling bravely against lung cancer.
史提夫正勇敢地與肺癌搏鬥。

The government is seeking new ways to fight against crime.
政府正在尋找新的方法來打擊犯罪。

The government is looking for new ways to fight against crime.
政府正在尋找新的方法來打擊犯罪。

Many countries are seeking to stop global warming.
很多國家正在設法阻止全球暖化。

Many common people in that war-torn country
longed for peace.
在那飽受戰爭蹂躪的國家，很多平民百姓都渴望和平。

Zora loves the peace of the countryside.
卓拉喜歡鄉間的平靜。

Jerry told me he could no longer live in peace with his wife.
傑瑞告訴我，他再也不能和他老婆和平共處了。

This company's financial situation is getting more and more difficult.
這家公司的財務狀況越來越吃緊。

The professor discussed the case with us.
教授和我們討論這個案例。

If you keep on telling lies, no one will trust you.
如果你繼續撒謊，沒人會相信你。

I would trust Nathan with my life.
我可把我的性命交給納森。

Do you trust in God?
你信任主嗎？

Since Sam has lied to me, I have no trust in him.
因為山姆對我說過謊，我一點也不相信他。

Our relations with this country are based on mutual trust.
我們與這國家的關係是建立在互信的基礎上。

It was the lack of trust that broke up Ken and Juliet’s marriage.
正是因為缺乏信任而使肯和茱麗葉的婚姻破裂了。

The scientists have discovered a cure for the terrible disease.
科學家們已經發現了可治療此可怕疾病的方法了。

On behalf of our company, I would like to make a toast to the newlyweds.
本人謹代表公司向結婚的新人敬酒。

The new government has vowed to protect the indigenous culture of the island.
新政府誓言保護該島的本土文化。

There are some very interesting animals that are indigenous to Australia and not found in any other country.
澳洲當地有一些很有趣的動物，在任何其他國家都找不到。

In consequence of your continual tardiness, I will dock your pay.

因為你常遲到，所以我要扣你薪水。

As a consequence of your continual tardiness, I will dock your pay.
因為你常遲到，所以我要扣你薪水。

Don’t worry about the matter. It’s of no consequence to you.
別擔心這件事，它對你不重要。

The hurricane caused severe damage to the cities along the river.
這颶風對河岸的這些城市造成嚴重的損害。

The policeman trailed the suspect to the house he lived in.
那名警察跟蹤嫌犯到他住的地方。

Lucy walked down the stairs slowly, trailing a coat behind her.
露西身後拖了一件外套，緩緩地走下樓梯。

Lucy walked down the stairs slowly, tugging a coat behind her.
露西身後拖了一件外套，緩緩地走下樓梯。

The trail leads to a beautiful valley.
這條小徑通往一個很美的山谷。

The home team is trailing by 20 points. 
主場球隊落後20分。

The destruction caused by the earthquake was immense.
這次地震引起的破壞很大。

I enjoy living in the countryside because the air here is fresh.
我喜歡住在鄉下，因為這裡空氣很新鮮。

Laziness is your own worst enemy.
懶惰是你最大的敵人。

The best defense is offense. 
攻擊是最佳的防禦。—諺語

The lawyer spoke in defense of his client’s innocence.
律師發話為委託訴訟人的無辜做辯護。

The rules are made to prevent unfair competition.
制定這些規則是為了防止不公平的競爭。

The manufacturer recalled all faulty products and promised refunds for customers.

該廠商收回所有瑕疵品，並承諾顧客退款。

This camera is the most important piece of equipment I have.
這臺相機是目前我擁有最重要的一項配備。

David’s back was seriously injured in a car accident.
大衛在一場車禍中背部受到重傷。

Jerry hit the woman by accident and apologized to her.
傑瑞不小心撞到了那女子，就向她道歉。

Ms. Smith couldn’t give the students individual attention because the class was too large.
由於這班級太大，史密斯老師無法個別去照料學生。

The students discussed the rights of the individual versus the rights of the group.
學生討論比較個人權益和團體權益。

The evidence shows that Paul is involved in that murder.

證據顯示保羅涉入那起謀殺案。

Kyle’s plan involves some creative ideas.
凱爾的計畫中內包含一些有創意的點子。

Don’t blame me for your misery.
不要把你的痛苦怪罪到我身上。

Don’t blame your misery on me.
不要把你的痛苦怪罪到我身上。

The authorities concerned believe that more than one person is to blame for the fire.
有關當局認為要為這場火災負責的人不只 1 個。

Jason felt upset to get the blame for the mistake.
傑森因為那個錯誤而被責備覺得很難過。

The mayor is going to address the conference.
市長將對大會發表演說。

This letter was addressed to me.
這封信是寄給我的。

The castle walls are 90 cm thick.
這些城牆有 90 公分厚。

A thick forest can support a lot of birds and insects.
茂密的森林可以供許多鳥類及昆蟲生活。

I don’t like the soup; it’s too thick.
我不喜歡這道湯，太濃稠了。

Two years of teaching experience is a necessary 
qualification for this job.
兩年的教學經驗是應徵這工作的必要條件。

The achievements of computer technology have been incredible.
電腦科技的成就令人難以置信。

You’ve made it into Harvard, Jim. That’s quite an achievement.
吉姆，你成功進入哈佛大學。這真是一項了不起的成就。

The famous actress gave a great performance in the play last night.
那位知名的女演員昨晚在舞臺劇中有精彩的演出。

I'm pleased that my son's academic performance is very good.
我兒子的功課很好，這令我滿意。

The mechanic checked the car's engine performance before the trip.
在出發旅行前，技師檢查了汽車的引擎性能。

Jim Carrey is no doubt one of the greatest comedians of our time.
無庸置疑地，金凱瑞是我們這個時代最偉大的喜劇演員之一。

Because of the rain, the audience at the concert was small.
由於下雨的緣故，那場音樂會的觀眾很少。

The concert drew a large audience.
那場演唱會吸引了很多的觀眾。

We tried to reach a wider audience through television ads.
我們試圖透過電視廣告讓更多觀眾可以看到我們。