1.lame excuse/explanation 站不住脚的;无说服力的
例句:The claim that they lacked the necessary legal powers is a lame excuse.
它们声称自己缺乏必要的法律权力,这不过是个蹩脚的借口。
2.a promotional/publicity/sales gimmick 以推销/宣传/销售为目的的花招
例句:As a promotional gimmick for my restaurant, I send out coupons offering people a free dinner on their birthdays.
作为餐馆招揽顾客的花招,我寄出优待券提供生日免费餐。
3.bring in 引进,生厂,增加
例句:He brought in two new members last week.
他上周带进2名新成员。
4.pay for 付钱
例句:Of course, I'm quite willing to pay for the lost bike.
当然,遗失了自行车我愿意赔偿。