英语词组set one back on heels是什么意思，短语翻译、用法及例句-英语词组固定搭配大全

set (one) back on (one's) heels

To put one into a state of surprise, unease, or bemusement, especially such that it affects their ability to perform or function. The sudden arrest of one of our teammates last night certainly set us back on our heels, and we weren't able to play to the best of our abilities this morning. The tragedy set the entire community back on their heels.

set one back on one's heels

Fig. to surprise or shock someone. I'll bet that news really set her back on her heels! The bill for the repairs set me back on my heels.

词组	set one back on heels
释义	set (one) back on (one's) heels To put one into a state of surprise, unease, or bemusement, especially such that it affects their ability to perform or function. The sudden arrest of one of our teammates last night certainly set us back on our heels, and we weren't able to play to the best of our abilities this morning. The tragedy set the entire community back on their heels. set one back on one's heels Fig. to surprise or shock someone. I'll bet that news really set her back on her heels! The bill for the repairs set me back on my heels.
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