1.lag behind落后
The thinking of economic bureaucrats tends to lag behind changes in world conditions.
经济官员的思想往往跟不上世界局势的变化 。
2.in any case不管怎样
He thought her campaign would probably fade out soon in any case.
他认为不管怎样,她的竞选活动都可能会很快归于沉寂 。
3.prepare for为...做准备
Make sure you have ample time to prepare for the new day ahead.
要保证你有足够的时间为即将开始的新的一天做好准备 。