on a shoestring

  1. 〈美口〉以极少的资金或不用资金

网络词典

on a shoestring

英 ən ˈɒf sɪŋk 美 ən ˈɑːf sɪŋk
短语 中文翻译:在一根细线上
同义词: ['on the verge of', 'on thin ice', 'on the edge of']

例句:

  1. 1. The companywas on the verge of bankruptcy when it received a huge investment.
    公司濒临破产时,却得到了一笔巨额投资。
  2. 2.She was on the edge of tears as she watched her favorite team lose.
    她看着心爱的球队输球,几乎要哭出来了。
  3. 3.He was on thin ice after his recent scandal, and everyone was watching his every move.
    他最近的丑闻之后,每个人都在密切关注他的一举一动。