run like a top

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词形变化

ran like a top running like a top runs like a top 三单 runs like a top running like a top 现在分词 ran like a top 过去式

释义与例句

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    To operate flawlessly and smoothly.

    I've just tuned my car, and now it's running like a top.

词源

Derived from comparison to the smooth, balanced manner of the operation of a spinning top.

来源：wiktionary