spadework
n [U] (fig 比喻) hard work done in preparation for sth 艰苦的准备工作
She got the praise for the job but he did all the spadework. 工作完成後她获得赞誉, 但筹备期间的苦活儿全是他干的.
🗣️ 情景例句
Do you have any men's cologne?
你有男用的古龙香水吗?
Although my career as an international businessman is limited.
虽然,作为一个国际商人,我的事业是有局限性的。
Suddenly, there was a slight trembling sound from below, and the captain went down to see what had happened.