well trodden
US /wɛl ˈtrɑːdən/
UK /wɛl ˈtrɒdən/
形容词
1.
老套的, 陈旧的, 司空见惯的
used or done by many people and therefore not original or interesting
示例:
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The plot of the movie followed a well-trodden path, offering no surprises.
电影的情节遵循了老套的路线，没有带来任何惊喜。
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He avoided the well-trodden arguments and presented a fresh perspective.
他避开了老生常谈的论点，提出了一个全新的视角。
2.
人迹罕至的, 被踩踏的
(of a path or area) frequently walked on; worn smooth by many feet
示例:
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The shortcut through the woods was a well-trodden path.
穿过树林的捷径是一条人迹罕至的小路。
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The grass in the park was well-trodden from years of public use.
公园里的草地因多年公共使用而被踩踏得很平整。