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have someone rolling in the aisles

to make an audience laugh uncontrollably

= have someone in stitches = bring the house down

steal the show/scene

to attract the most attention and praise because by being exceptionally impressive in a show or other events

ex: While technological prowess frequently ... in industrial progress, the ethical ramifications remain a hauntingly silent protagonist.

keep someone on the edge of their seat

to make one (especially a member of an audience) feel very excited, and filled with suspense while they wait to find out what happens next

ex: The relentless volatility of global markets ... the financial elite ..., underscoring the precariousness of modern prosperity.

send shivers down your spine

to make you feel very frightened or excited (lạnh sống lưng)

ex: The chilling prospect of an automated future devoid of human empathy can ... of any discerning ethicist.

wade through

to spend a lot of time and effort doing something difficult or tedious, especially reading through a large amount of information

ex: Students today often have to ... redundant academic theories that bear little relevance to the volatile job market.

page-turner

a book or story that is so exciting that you want to read it very quickly

ex: The rise of sensationalized journalism has transformed complex social crises into a gripping ..., albeit at the cost of nuance.

do a hatchet job on

criticise strongly and cruelly (vùi dập không thương tiếc)

ex: Tabloid journalism frequently ... the private lives of public figures, prioritizing sensationalism over ethical integrity.

pick holes in

find faults with (vạch lá tìm sâu, bới móc lỗi)

be an armchair critic

criticise, but without having any proper expertise in what is being criticised ("anh hùng bàn phím")

ex: While the ... focuses on picking holes in flawed humanitarian efforts, they seldom contribute tangible solutions to the crises they dissect.

have your name in lights

to be successful, and well-recognized, particularly in the entertainment industry

ex: While younger generations strive to ..., they often underestimate the psychological burden that accompanies global scrutiny.

a leading light of

an important and respected person in a group or organization (một nhân vật cốt cán)

tread the boards

to act on stage

play to the gallery

behave in a way that is intended to attract more attention or popularity (làm màu)

ex: In the digital sphere, content creators frequently ... by adopting controversial personas, sacrificing authenticity for the sake of viral engagement.

crowd-puller

person or thing that attracts a lot of attention and that people will pay to see

ex: The integration of immersive technology in museums has proven to be a significant ..., bridging the gap between historical heritage and younger generations.

wait in the wings

not yet active or important, but ready or likely to be so soon (chờ đợi thời cơ)

ex: Automation and AI ... to replace mundane labor, necessitating a radical rethink of our current educational paradigms.

take center stage

to be the most important or noticeable thing or person

ex: While technological innovation is vital, the mental well-being of the workforce should ... to ensure long-term societal productivity.

it'll be all right on the night

a performance or event will be successful even without any preparation