释义 |
put off the evil day (or hour)Postpone something unpleasant for as long as possible: it is too easy for children to put off the evil day when they have to get down to work...- This is one of the earlier outdoor festivals on the calendar and, unfortunately, the dedicated committee, who have organised six highly successful Féiles so far, did not have the luxury of putting off the evil day.
- But I am convinced that the right course adjustment now is better than dithering or putting off the evil day: sooner or later, even greater disruption, and perhaps worse, would follow.
- The government is putting off the evil day of spending money at direct cost to the individuals who live along the coast.
See parent entry: evil |