gambit
n
1 opening move(s) in chess in which a player sacrifices a piece in order to win an advantage later (国际象棋的)开局让棋法.
2 (fig 比喻) opening move in any situation that is calculated to win an advantage 为获得优势采取的第一步行动
His opening gambit at the debate was a direct attack on Government policy. 他在辩论中的策略是先直接抨击政府的政策.
🗣️ 情景例句
My mother is a housewife and my father is retired.
我妈妈是家庭妇女,我爸爸退休了。
If you wish good advice, consult an old man.
如要忠告向老人请教。
I went on an excursion recently, but my trip took me longer than I expected.