●be the ˌshape of ˌthings to ˈcome ( be a ˌtaste of ˌthings to ˈcome) be a sign or an example of how things are likely to be in the future代表未来的发展状态（或方向）◆These new computers are the shape of things to come. 这些新型计算机代表着未来的发展方向。◆Are solar-powered cars a taste of things to come? 用太阳能驱动的汽车将会是未来的趋势吗？