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单词 lay a (or the) ghost
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lay a (or the) ghost

1Exorcise a ghost.Mick said there were stories of various attempts to lay the ghost....
  • And perhaps some form of exorcism or " laying the ghost ".
1.1Finally cease to be troubled by the memory of an unpleasant situation or event: by claiming victory, they laid to rest the ghosts of five previous defeats...
  • The army prided itself in re-establishing its deterrence over Hamas, laying the ghosts of Lebanon in 2006.
  • Cougars are out for revenge against Sheffield Eagles on Sunday - to lay the ghosts of last year's nightmare defeats.
  • Perhaps incorporating the brand in staffing will lay the ghost to rest.
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