1.be close to 接近于……
This is a company that's handled risk very poorly at a time when risk is close to an all-time high.
这是一家在市场风险接近历史高点时极其不善于应对风险的公司 。
2.sheer off 转向;避开,离开
The boat was able to sheer off in time to avoid an accident.
那船及时地躲开,避免了一场事故 。
3.lay the groundwork 奠定基础
Yesterday's meeting was to lay the groundwork for the task ahead.
昨天的会议为后面的任务打下了基础 。
4.with time 随时间的推移
Mars and Earth have orbits which change with time.
火星和地球的轨道随着时间而发生改变 。
5.get the word out 散布信息
Manufacturers tend to rely on the media to get the word out.
生产厂家倾向于依靠媒体来传达信息 。