Nip it in the bud 防患於未然

今日短語 · Today's Phrase 2014-09-23 todays_phrase_nip_it_in_the_bud

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短語to nip it in the bud 意思是防患於未然或消滅於萌芽狀態。

If he doesn't nip it in the bud, then the problem could soon get much worse.

She thought it was a very dangerous idea and should be nipped in the bud immediately.

另一個短語to nip out for something, 意思是快去快回。

Could you nip out to the shop and get me some milk, please?