wait in the wings
US /weɪt ɪn ðə wɪŋz/
UK /weɪt ɪn ðə wɪŋz/
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在幕后待命, 等待时机
to be ready to do something or to take someone's place, especially in a play or other performance
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The understudy is waiting in the wings, ready to perform if the main actor falls ill.
替补演员在幕后待命，如果主角生病就准备上场。
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There are several talented young players waiting in the wings for a chance to join the first team.
有几位才华横溢的年轻球员在幕后等待加入一线队的机会。