stead
n
(idm 习语) in sb's/sth's `stead (fml 文) in sb's/sth's place; instead of sb/sth 代替某人[某事物]
I can't attend the meeting but I'll send my assistant in my stead. 这个会我来不了, 我让助手代我出席. stand sb in good `stead be useful or helpful to sb when needed 在需要时对某人有用或有帮助
My anorak has stood me in good stead this winter. 我这件皮猴儿今年冬天可帮了大忙了.
🗣️ 情景例句
Young motorists all drive too fast.
年轻人的车都开得飞快。
Would you please call a taxi for me?
可以请你帮我叫一辆出租车吗?
I'm not sure. It was difficult to see. Wei Hua and Sun Meiying were both neck and neck.