Trot out Meaning in English
expression
释义
To bring something out, usually a fact, argument, or person, and present it for others to see or hear, often in a way that seems repetitive or as if trying to impress.
用法与细微差别
Informal, slightly critical—often used when someone repeats the same excuse or argument, or shows the same thing to impress. Commonly used with facts, stories, people, or achievements. Can sound dismissive.
例句
He always trots out the same excuse when he's late.
basic
The company trotted out its new model at the show.
basic
She trots out her awards at every meeting.
basic
Whenever people question him, he trots out his old teacher as proof.
natural
They're quick to trot out statistics when challenged.
natural
Politicians always trot out promises before elections, but rarely keep them.
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