| 词汇 | hang over |
| 释义 | Phr V hang over hangs, hanging, hung hang over sb/sth if a problem or threat hangs over a person or situation, it exists and makes people worry about what is going to happenThe prospect of famine hangs over many areas of the world.I've got this job interview hanging over my head. (= making me feel worried) hang over (one)To be a source of lingering concern or worry. All these bills are hanging over me, and I don't get paid for another week. I'm so glad that exam is over—it's been hanging over me for months. hang something over someone or somethingto suspend something over someone or something. Sally hung the colorful mobile over the baby's crib. Please hang these garlands over the party table. hang over someone or something1. to be suspended over someone or something. A fancy crystal chandelier hung over us. An ornate ceiling fan hung over the table. 2. [for some pervading quality] to seem to hover over someone or something. An aura of gloom hung over foe. A dismal pall hung over the gathering. hang over someone('s head)[for something unpleasant] to worry someone. I have a horrible exam hanging over my head. I hate to have medical problems hanging over me. hang over1. Remain suspended or unsettled, as in They plan to let the vote hang over until the next session. This usage alludes to something suspended or floating in the air. [c. 1200] 2. Also, hang over one's head. Threaten or be imminent, as in I've got that test hanging over me, or A stiff fine is hanging over his head. [Mid-1500s] Also see hang by a thread. |
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