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stiff upper lip

/stɪf ˌʌp.ər ˈlɪp/

翻译: 英国传统说法,指面对逆境、困难或情绪压力时保持坚忍、冷静、不抱怨的品质。

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/stɪf ˌʌp.ər ˈlɪp/C1formalbritish
  • zh英国传统说法,指面对逆境、困难或情绪压力时保持坚忍、冷静、不抱怨的品质。

A traditional British expression referring to the quality of remaining stoic, calm, and uncomplaining in the face of adversity, difficulty, or emotional distress.

  1. Stoic resilienceB2formalbritish

    The ability to remain calm and not show emotion in difficult or painful situations.

    zh坚忍克制

    • Despite the bad news, he kept a stiff upper lip.
    • She maintained a stiff upper lip throughout the funeral.
    • The British are often stereotyped as having a stiff upper lip.