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夹起尾巴
jiā​qǐ​wěi​ba

back down

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夹起尾巴 (夾起尾巴) jiā​qǐ​wěi​ba
back down
to adopt a humble or cautious attitude after being intimidated, defeated, or placed in a humiliating situation
tuck tail
to tuck one's tail between one's legs, typically describing an animal's reaction to fear or defeat

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