| 词汇 | in the market |
| 释义 | Idiom in the market (for something) Theme: COMMERCE wanting to buy something.I'm in the market for a video recorder.If you have a boat for sale, we're in the market. in the marketCurrently having the goal of acquiring something. This phrase is often, but not always, used when someone is interested in buying a specific, often expensive, item. Is it true that you're in the market for a new car? These standing mixers are beautiful, but I'm not in the market for one right now—I hardly ever bake anymore. Sam and I only broke up a few weeks ago, so I'm not in the market for a new girlfriend just yet. *in the market (for something)Fig. wanting to buy something. (*Typically: be ~; find oneself ~.) I'm in the market for a new camera. If you have a boat for sale, we're in the market. in the market forWanting to possess, eager to have, seeking. For example, The crowd was in the market for more entertainment, or I'm sure he's in the market for another fast car. [Early 1900s] in the market Interested in buying: We are in the market for a used car. |
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