spec
n
(idm 习语) on `spec (infml 口) as a speculation or gamble, without being sure of obtaining what one wants 碰运气
I went to the concert on spec
I hadn't booked a seat. 我去听音乐会是碰运气, 因为没预订座位.
🗣️ 情景例句
Yeah, Grandpa,
对呀, 爷爷。
Govern your thoughts when alone, and your tongue when in company.
一人独处慎于思,与人相处慎于言。
Neither was I surprise when the train stopped at Widley, a tiny station a few miles along the line.Even a mighty express train can be held up by signals.