英语词组a warning shot across the bows是什么意思，短语翻译、用法及例句-英语词组固定搭配大全

warning shot across the bow(s)

A display of strength or aggression meant to serve as a warning to others. It refers to a warning shot from a ship, and can take the form of words or actions. Her sharp retort was a warning shot across the bow, letting her boyfriend know that she would not tolerate his bad attitude. The president is planning a military exercise along the border as a warning shot across the bows of her neighbors to the east.

a warning shot across the bows

a statement or gesture intended to frighten someone into changing their course of action.

Literally, a shot fired in front of the bows of a ship is one which is not intended to hit it but to make it stop or alter course.

词组	a warning shot across the bows
释义	warning shot across the bow(s) A display of strength or aggression meant to serve as a warning to others. It refers to a warning shot from a ship, and can take the form of words or actions. Her sharp retort was a warning shot across the bow, letting her boyfriend know that she would not tolerate his bad attitude. The president is planning a military exercise along the border as a warning shot across the bows of her neighbors to the east. a warning shot across the bows a statement or gesture intended to frighten someone into changing their course of action. Literally, a shot fired in front of the bows of a ship is one which is not intended to hit it but to make it stop or alter course.
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