| 释义 |
the next best thing something that is not exactly what you want but is as similar to it as possible仅次于最好的东西，第二好的东西:•If sterile equipment isn't available, the next best thing is to clean equipment with disinfectant.如果没有消毒设备，那就最好用消毒剂把设备清洁一下。the next best thing the thing or situation that is almost as good as the one you really want仅次于…的东西（事物）:•If I can't be home for Christmas, phoning you on the day is the next best thing.如果圣诞节我回不了家，就退而求其次当天给你打个电话。 |