1. Ý Nghĩa
Hit and miss: là thành ngữ dùng để chỉ một thứ gì đó không nhất quán, không thể chắc chắn trước hiệu quả, hiệu suất, chất lượng của việc làm hay thậm chí là sản phẩm hoặc dịch vụ. (= hên xui)
2. Ví dụ/Examples
Mark’s humor is really hit-and-miss. He occasionally cracks everyone up with brilliant jokes, but other times they fall flat and nobody finds them funny.
The food in that restaurant is hit and miss, with some dishes being excellent and others being disappointing.
Instead of relying on a single brand, I prefer to experiment with several skincare products because the results can be hit-and-miss. Some products work well for my skin, while others don’t deliver the expected results.
In this metropolis, relying on public transportation might be hit or miss. Some days the buses arrive on time, but other days they’re delayed or overcrowded.
Jim: Liam, have you checked the weather forecast for tomorrow?
Liam: Not yet, mate. Why? Is something up?
Jim: Well, I’m a bit concerned about our camping trip. The forecast says it might rain.
Liam: Oh no, that’s not what we were hoping for. We’ve been looking forward to this for ages.
Jim: I know, mate. Camping in the rain can be a real dampener. It’s hit and miss, you know?
Jim: I know, but I don’t want our tents to get soaked or be stuck inside all day.
Liam: True, it’s a tough call. If it’s just a light drizzle, we could tough it out and enjoy the experience. But if it’s a heavy downpour, it might ruin the whole trip.
Jim: I agree. Maybe we should reschedule for a different time when the weather is nicer rather than getting soaked and uncomfortable.
Liam: Aye, that sounds like a smart idea. So, what do you think? Should we postpone the camping trip or risk getting soaked?
Jim: I reckon it’s best to play it safe, mate. Let’s postpone it and have a proper camping adventure when the weather’s on our side.
Liam: Spot on, Jim. Safety and enjoyment go hand in hand. When we’re not battling the weather, we’ll have more fun.
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