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吃硬不吃软
chī​yìng​bù​chī​ruǎn

to yield to force but reject persuasion

Definitions Defs Origin Strokes Stroke Words Sentences Sents
吃硬不吃软 吃硬不吃軟 chī​yìng​bù​chī​ruǎn
to yield to force but reject persuasion
Describes someone who complies or submits only when faced with forceful or tough methods but remains stubborn or unresponsive to gentle persuasion or kindness

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Antonym

  • 吃软不吃硬 chī​ruǎn​bù​chī​yìng