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Running on Fumes

有志提高英文的小夥伴們

千萬不要錯過收 聽 節 目

Meaning:

1. to continue doing something even when you have no energy left.

2. To operate with low resources or money.

Origin:This phrase is in reference to an automobile which is low on fuel, but is still running.

A

Recently I have put too much on my shoulders and I feel I am running on fumes. I need to wind down a bit or simply take a vacation.

最近攬的活太多，感覺快不行了，需要減壓，或者乾脆休假。

B

The little shop had been running on fumes for years until one day one of its patrons decided to invest big money.

小店一直勉強維持了幾年，直到一位老主顧決定投入一大筆錢。

C

I need some coffee man; I"m running on fumes here.

（最後一句依然留給大家來翻譯。）

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Carefully picked by Manling, A prime broadcaster for CRI"s English service, also a seasoned English teacher, and her native English co-host, these authentic words and expressions are presented to listeners with empowered vocal images. Walk through our show, and they will be yours!

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