spadework
n [U] (fig 比喻) hard work done in preparation for sth 艰苦的准备工作
She got the praise for the job but he did all the spadework. 工作完成後她获得赞誉, 但筹备期间的苦活儿全是他干的.
🗣️ 情景例句
to pick up the dog.
把狗领回去了。
You are luckier than I am.
你比我幸运。
Let me see, please. No, it's not mine. I think it's his.