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ˌpearly ˈgates noun
the pearly gates[plural]RRC the entrance to heaven – often used humorously 天国之门〔常为幽默用法〕
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pearly gates• St Peter had opened the pearly gates and St John Ogilvie had prodded home the penalty.• And it's five, six, seven, open up the pearly gates.