He is poised to be one of the richest men in America.他即将成为全美最富有的阶层

be poised to随时准备着

The British team is poised to win the title.

英国队志在夺冠。

The cat crouched in the grass, poised to jump.

猫儿蹲踞在草丛中，准备跳跃。

But he wants to throw all that away and become a penniless poet.但他却想放弃一切当个一文不名的诗人

throw away抛弃

Do not throw away your advantages .

不要放弃你的有利条件。

You cannot throw away this opportunity!

你不能放过这个机会！

Be willing to make a decision.也乐意做出抉择

be willing to愿意； 乐意

He will be willing to tide us over.

他愿意帮助我们渡过难关。

Successful are those who are willing to take pains.

成功的人都是那些肯努力的人。