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
Yes, Mr. Tom. Let me check Miss Xu's schedule.
好,汤姆先生。让我查查徐小姐的日程表。
Excuse me I don't know.
对不起我不知道。
I took a burning branch from the fire and went to examine the rock.