the whole nine yards

相关词: nine

成语

Definition

  1. Everything that is possible or desired in a particular situation; all that is available or can be done.

    (在特定情境下)所有想要、拥有或能做到的事物。

    • For the party, we prepared everything: food, drinks, music, and decorations; we went the whole nine yards.

      为了派对,我们准备了所有东西:食物、饮料、音乐和装饰;我们全力以赴。

    • For the performance, she practiced singing, dancing, and acting; she went the whole nine yards to prepare.

      为了表演,她练习了唱歌、跳舞和演戏;她全力以赴地准备。

    • They didn't just buy a house; they bought furniture, appliances, and all the decorations, going the whole nine yards.

      他们不仅买了房子,还买了家具、电器和所有装饰品,全力以赴。