Bring down to earth Meaning in English
expression
释义
To make someone more realistic by reminding them of practical matters or reality, often when they are being overly idealistic or dreamy.
用法与细微差别
Informal, often used when someone is daydreaming, making unrealistic plans, or acting arrogant. Can be gentle ('remind gently') or harsher ('break illusions'). Commonly used about attitude or ideas, less often about literal situations.
例句
Her teacher tried to bring her down to earth when she talked about becoming famous overnight.
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He needed someone to bring him down to earth after winning the award.
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Sometimes friends help us bring down to earth when we get too excited.
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You need to bring yourself down to earth—life isn't a movie.
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After his long holiday, starting work again brought him down to earth quickly.
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His little sister's honest advice always brings him down to earth when he gets carried away.
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