fits and starts
US /fɪts ənd stɑrts/
UK /fɪts ənd stɑːts/
成语
断断续续, 时断时续
if something happens in fits and starts, it often stops and then starts again
示例:
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The construction project progressed in fits and starts due to funding issues.
由于资金问题，建设项目断断续续地进行着。
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His career advanced in fits and starts, with periods of great success followed by setbacks.
他的事业断断续续地发展，有巨大的成功时期，也有挫折。