the rat race

名詞

UK/ˈræt ˌreɪs/
US/ˈræt ˌreɪs/

定義 the rat race 名詞

  1. Singular(单数)

    a relentless and competitive way of life in modern society, where individuals are often driven by the pursuit of power and financial success.

    名利竞争;激烈的竞争

    • Tired of the endless competition, she decided to move to the countryside.

      厌倦了无休止的竞争,她决定搬到乡下。

    • Many people choose freelancing as a way to escape the rat race.

      许多人选择自由职业作为逃离激烈竞争的方式。

    • He realized he was caught in a rat race and decided to change his priorities.

      他意识到自己陷入了激烈的竞争,并决定改变自己的优先事项。