| 词汇 | none the worse for |
| 释义 | Idiom none the worse fornone the worse (for something) not damaged or hurt despite something.It was cold and windy during the parade but we were none the worse for the weather. Usage notes: often used in the form none the worse for wear - in good condition despite hard use or a difficult experience: He seems to be none the worse for wear after his car wreck. none the worse (for something)Not damaged, harmed, or made worse by something. Sometimes used ironically to indicate that someone or something would be improved by doing something. I was worried that the team would be in a sorry state the morning after the company holiday party, but we were none the worse for a night of drinking and dancing. You know, your smelly old jacket would be none the worse for a trip through the washing machine. none the worse for1. Not harmed from, as in He was none the worse for walking the entire ten miles, or This carpet may be old, but it's none the worse for wear. [Early 1800s] 2. Be improved by, as in The dog would be none the worse for a good brushing. [Early 1800s] none the worse for1 not adversely affected by. 2 not to be considered inferior on account of. 1 1991 Alistair Campbell Sidewinder Two days have passed, and I am up and about, feeling none the worse for my attack of sunstroke. |
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