ugly duckling
US /ˈʌɡ.li ˈdʌk.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈʌɡ.li ˈdʌk.lɪŋ/
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丑小鸭
a person or thing that is initially unattractive or unpromising but eventually becomes beautiful or successful
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She was an ugly duckling in high school, but she grew up to be a stunning model.
她高中时是个丑小鸭，但长大后成了一位惊艳的模特。
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The old building was considered an ugly duckling, but after renovation, it became the most beautiful one in the city.
那座旧建筑曾被认为是丑小鸭，但翻新后，它成为了城市中最美丽的建筑。