| 释义 |
idiomthe thing is...spoken used in order to introduce an explanation, especially about a problem that stops you from doing something:The thing is, you can't drive fast in this area because they're are so many police cars around.The thing is, the salary is good, but I'd have to take classes, and I can't take any right now because of other commitments.
the thing isThe main or fundamental issue or element (of what's being discussed). I agree with your point, but the thing is, if we agree to increase spending for education, then all sorts of other public utilities will go underfunded as a result. the (only) thing ˈis... (spoken) used before mentioning a worry or problem you have with something: I’d love to come — the only thing is I might be late. |