draw in my horns

• vi. 打退堂鼓(缩减)

例句

用作不及物动词 (vi.)

1. My friend got cold feet before the exam.
   我的朋友在考试前打退堂鼓了。
2. Even after my somber lecture, Hani remained steadfast.
   我跟汉尼一本正经地讲了一通，她却依然不肯打退堂鼓。