pounce on
US /paʊns ɑn/
UK /paʊns ɒn/
短语动词
1.
扑向, 猛扑
to suddenly attack and seize someone or something
示例:
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The cat waited patiently before it decided to pounce on the mouse.
猫耐心地等待，然后决定扑向老鼠。
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The police were ready to pounce on the suspect as soon as he left the building.
警察准备好在嫌疑人一离开大楼就扑向他。
2.
抓住, 利用
to quickly take advantage of an opportunity or mistake
示例:
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The opposition party was quick to pounce on the government's policy blunder.
反对党迅速抓住了政府的政策失误。
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She's always ready to pounce on any opportunity to advance her career.
她总是准备好抓住任何提升职业生涯的机会。
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