Optimize

Optimize

= To make something as efficient as possible.

使優化；

My boss has asked me to optimize the use of company resources.

我的老闆要求我優化在公司資源上的使用。

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hit a snag

hit a snag

= to counter a problem 

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Examples

The software project was ahead of schedule until we hit a snag with a major bug in the system.

The construction project was on track, but we hit a snag when we discovered numerous historical artifacts at the building site.

I was making good progress on my final year project until I hit a snag when my computer broke down.

Reference

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Here are more examples of using "hit a snag":

I was all set to leave for vacation, but I hit a snag when my flight got canceled.

I was trying to fix my bike, but I hit a snag when I couldn't find the right parts.

Mark was all set to leave for vacation, but he hit a snag when his flight got canceled at the last minute.

Some synonyms for "hit a snag":

Encounter a problem

Face a hurdle

Run into an obstacle

Meet a setback

Hit a bump in the road 

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Substantial

 

Substantial

= A large amount.

大量的；

The charitable project has received a substantial amount of funding in just two weeks.

該慈善項目在短短兩週內就收到了大量的資金。

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Surrealism

 

Surrealism

= An artistic and literary movement of the early 20th century, characterized by the depiction of impossible things.

超現實主義；20世紀初的一場藝術和文學運動，其特徵是描繪不可能的事物。

Do you love surrealism in painting?

你喜歡超現實主義的繪畫嗎？

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vim and vigor

 vim and vigor

= great energy and enthusiasm.

My favorite football team played with vim and vigor, demonstrating their determination to win the match.

She tackled the marathon with vim and vigor, pushing herself to achieve a personal best.

The volunteers worked with vim and vigor during the charity event, making a significant impact in the community.

Some synonyms for "vim and vigor":

 

Enthusiasm

Vitality 

Spirit

Strength

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chin music

 chin music

= light conservation 

Mark and I spent the evening sharing chin music about toy cars. 

Lisa and I enjoyed some chin music over coffee, discussing our favorite books.

I overheard two strangers sharing chin music about their travel experiences.

The team took a break to engage in chin music about weekend plans and hobbies.

Some synonyms for "chin music" (light conversation):

Small Talk

Chit-Chat

Casual Conversation

Gossip

Idle Chatter 

Friendly Chat 

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