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坐冷板凳

to hold an inconsequential job; to receive a cold reception

词频 2.1

含义

  • to hold an inconsequential job
  • to receive a cold reception
  • to be kept waiting for an assignment or audience
  • to be out in the cold
  • to be sidelined
  • to warm the bench
  • to cool one's heels