the sticks

相关词: stick

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Definition

  1. Plural

    A rural area far from a town or city, often implying remoteness or a lack of sophistication.

    偏远乡村

    • Since they moved to the sticks, their internet signal is very poor.

      自从他们搬到乡下后,网络信号非常差。

    • I can't imagine living in the sticks; I would miss the city life.

      我无法想象住在乡下;我会想念城市生活。

    • He's been living in the sticks, so he is not used to the hustle and bustle of the city.

      他一直住在乡下,所以不习惯城市的喧嚣。