pinch-hit
US /ˈpɪntʃ.hɪt/
UK /ˈpɪntʃ.hɪt/
动词
1.
代打, 替补击球
to bat in place of another player, typically when a hit is particularly needed
示例:
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The coach decided to have the rookie pinch-hit in the bottom of the ninth.
教练决定让新秀在第九局下半代打。
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He was brought in to pinch-hit for the injured player.
他被派来代打受伤的球员。
2.
临时顶替, 帮忙
to act as a substitute or fill in for someone in a difficult situation
示例:
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When the main speaker got sick, I had to pinch-hit and give the presentation.
当主讲人病倒时，我不得不临时顶替并进行演讲。
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She's always willing to pinch-hit when someone needs help.
当有人需要帮助时，她总是乐意帮忙。
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