| 释义 |
idiomdrop the subjectto stop talking about something because someone does not want to talk about it any more, especially because it is upsetting or annoying someone:I'll think about what you said Patsy, I promise - now can we drop the subject?Lisa looked furious when I asked about Ray, so I dropped the subject and told her about my day.
drop the subjectStop discussing this topic at once. Yes, I was late today—can we just drop the subject now? I don't want to talk about my ex anymore! Drop the subject! Drop the subject! and Drop it!Fig. Do not discuss it further! Bill: Sally, you're gaining a little weight. I thought you were on a diet. Sally: That's enough! Drop the subject! Bill: That house is a mess. I wonder who lives there. Mary: That's my aunt's house. Just what did you want to know about it? Bill: Oh, drop it! Sorry I asked. |