spadework
n [U] (fig 比喻) hard work done in preparation for sth 艰苦的准备工作
She got the praise for the job but he did all the spadework. 工作完成後她获得赞誉, 但筹备期间的苦活儿全是他干的.
🗣️ 情景例句
The other half?
另一半?
I think you have very attractive children.
我认为你有很吸引人的孩子。
I would like to suggest that we take a coffee break.