1.destined for 注定
Everyone knew that Muriel was destined for great things.
所有人都知道缪里尔命中注定要成就一番伟业 。
2.take a liking to 喜欢
I never liked watching horror films, but I've recently taken a liking to them.
我原来一直不喜欢看恐怖片,但是我最近开始喜欢它们了 。
3.from now on 从现在开始
Perhaps it would be best not to see much of you from now on
也许从现在起我们最好少见面 。
4.spare from 免去
She was spared from the ordeal of appearing in court.
她无须出庭受折磨了 。
5.hand out 发放
Planning permission is handed out sparingly.
建筑许可证的发放是很谨慎的 。