慢速英语:Where Is the 'Bone of Contention' Located?

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短语讲解：

1.This expression comes from the fact that two dogs would often fight over a bone, with neither animal wanting to give in to the other.

come from 源自; 来自某处; 出生于; 由…造成
例句：He's just come from the countryside.
他刚从乡下来。

2.Now, another expression related to bone of contention that also uses the word “bone,” is to have a bone to pick.

relate to 涉及; 同…有…关系;
例句：I think it is important for children to have brothers and sisters they can relate to
我认为对孩子们来讲有可以相互理解沟通的兄弟姐妹很重要。

3.A sticking point is similar to holding a grudge.

be similar to 类; 与…相似; 类乎
例句：This behavior is similar to buckling of strut.
这种状态类似于压杆的屈曲。

4.Two people can also hold a grudge against each other.

each other 互相，彼此
例句：Do you often help each other with your lessons?
你们经常互相帮助复习功课吗？

5.Well, it turns out that three other Greek goddesses wanted that golden apple.

turn out 关掉; 结果是; 制造; 出席
例句：Be calm and sit tight and everything will turn out well.
保持镇静，听其自然，一切都会好转。