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Read and recite the following words，phrases and sentences that are useful in talking about hopes and dreams.

1.Here are some useful words and phrases you may use to talk about hopes and dreams.

hope，expectation，wish，expect，anticipate，yearn，desire，thirst，hopeful，out of one’s expectation，beyond one’s expectation，in expectation of，be dying for，lay one’s hope on，in vain hope，fail to attain one’s hope，turn hopes into reality，fulfill/realize one’s dreams.

2.Here are some sentences you may use to talk about hopes and dreams.

I have a plan for overcoming the difficulty.

我有个克服困难的计划。

They have a design for a rich，full life.

他们计划过富有意义的生活。

Without a plan your work will be like sailing on a rudderless boat.

如果没有计划，你的工作就会像没有舵的船在海上航行。

He uses his loaf where you and I just muddle along.

他开动脑筋想办法，你我则糊里糊涂混日子。

I hope to find you in better spirits when we meet again.

我希望再次见面时你情绪好些。

Hope for the best and prepare for the worst.

抱最好的希望，做最坏的打算。

I should jump at the chance.

我要抓住机会。