| 单词 | watch this space! |
| 释义 | > as lemmaswatch this space! a. watch this space!: (originally Journalism) an injunction to observe this publication or advertising space closely for further developments or information. Now frequently figurative and in extended use. Cf. senses 7d, 11e. ΚΠ 1869 Newport (Rhode Island) Daily News 8 Jan. The Vicksburg Times has a somewhat remarkable advertisement. The words ‘Watch this space closely–ten days—let the people be prepared’, occupy a half column in the paper. 1893 Lafayette (Louisiana) Advertiser 18 Nov. By special arrangement this Space is reserved for our regular Advertisers. Our readers are requested to watch this space in their own interest. 1917 B.E.F. Times 20 Jan. 15/2 (advt.) Watch this Space. 1979 J. Rathbone Euro-killers iv. 44 Where is he? Watch this space for exciting revelations in the next few days. 2005 Manch. Evening News (Nexis) 12 July 5 He's got a three-year contract with New Zealand. We'll be keeping an eye on him, though, and three years down the line, well watch this space. < as lemmas |
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