释义 |
●the ˌebb and ˈflow (of sb/sth)the repeated, often regular, movement from one state to another; the repeated change in level, numbers or amount 盛衰;起伏;(潮水般)涨落◆the ebb and flow of money / seasons 资金流动;季节的更替◆She sat quietly, enjoying the ebb and flow of conversation. 她静静地坐着,听着人们此起彼伏的谈话声。 NOTE This expression refers to the movement of the sea away from and towards the land. 这个表达法原指潮水的涨落。 |