catch (a) cold
volume

"[catch] (a|) cold" 的定义和意义

to catch (a) cold
01

to get sick with a virus that causes a runny nose, cough, and sore throat

to [catch] (a|) cold definition and meaning
02

to face problems and difficulties, particularly financial ones

to [catch] (a|) cold definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "catch cold" and when to use it?

The idiom "catch cold" likely originated from the idea that catching a cold can happen suddenly and unexpectedly, much like how unforeseen problems or difficulties can arise abruptly in life. Over time, extending metaphorically to represent facing unforeseen challenges or difficulties in life.

example
例子
examples
Either wear a coat, or you'll catch a cold.
After catching a cold, she spent the whole day sniveling and feeling miserable.
download-mobile-app
下载我们的移动应用
Langeek Mobile Application
下载应用程序
LanGeek
下载应用程序
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store