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
I have been talking to a group of salesmen
我一直在与一群推销人员谈话
I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade.